The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office Reserve Division has been serving the community of Hamilton County, Indiana since 1971. It is comprised of volunteers who are sworn officers empowered by the Sheriff of Hamilton County to help preserve law and order in the county.
All Road Qualified Reserves must complete a 600-hour Reserve Academy along with the Field Training Officer program. Each Reserve Deputy is expected to work a minimum of 24 hours each month and attend a mandatory meeting on the 2nd Monday of every month.
A Road Qualified Reserve Deputy performs patrol duties, having full law enforcement authority. Road Qualified Reserves typically work in the Patrol Division but also provide court security, work at special events, and perform other special assignments as designated by the Sheriff.
Requirements
U.S. Citizen or U.S. citizenship by time of appointment
Valid Driver’s License with not more than 6 active points
No felony convictions or domestic violence convictions
Legal ability to possess firearm
High School or equivalency diploma
Ability to read and write English
No Operating While Intoxicated convictions in last 5 years
No dishonorable or undesirable discharge from military
No illegal drug use in last 3 years
Pass all portions of the selection process, including a physical fitness assessment, background check, medical and psychological screening, and multiple written and practical exams during the Reserve Academy
Live in Hamilton County or one of the adjacent counties
Must be at least 21 years of age (no upper age limit)
Apply
Interested in applying? Please submit the online Reserve Pre-Application at https://www.hamiltoncounty.in.gov/1299/