Current Openings At SOPD
Working at Southport Police Department
Whether you are a seasoned law enforcement veteran, or just starting your career in law enforcement, Southport Police Department offers a rewarding career in law enforcement. We firmly believe in "Service Through Community Policing", which enables our officers to have an active role within the community they serve. Because of this successful approach, Southport enjoys a low crime rate and a very supportive community of its police department. We invite you to fill out an application to join our team!
Sworn Reserve Police Officer
Our reserve Police Officers fill several roles within the department. The majority of our Reserve Police Officers are members of our Patrol Division, volunteering at least 24 hours a month patroling Southport, responding to calls for help, and being an active part of the community. We accept lateral transfers (Officers who have already been through the academy), and those who are just starting their journey in law enforcement.
PLEASE USE A COMPUTER AND THE CHROME BROWSER WHEN APPLYING, OTHER BROWSERS MAY CAUSE YOUR APPLICATION TO NOT BE SUBMITTED.
If you are having trouble with submitting your application, please call 317-787-7955. Contacting individual members of the department will only slow the process down. Thank you.
Sworn Desk Services Officer
Sworn Desk Services Officers have the same police authority and ongoing training as other officers within our department. They serve a very important role within the department, literally as the first face citizens see at the Southport Municipal Complex. These officers are stationed at the front desk to ensure the safety of all elected officials housed in the Municipal complex and are available for citizens who require police assistance. Please pick up an application in person, Monday-Friday between the hours of 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at:
Southport Municipal Complex
137 Worman St
Southport, Indiana 46227
Desk Services (Non-Sworn)
Desk Services Officers (Non-Sworn) also serve a very important role within the department, literally as the first face citizens see at the Southport Municipal Complex. These officers are stationed at the front desk to ensure the safety of all elected officials housed in the Municipal complex and to offer assistance to our citizens. Please pick up an application in person, Monday-Friday between the hours of 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at:
Southport Municipal Complex
137 Worman St
Southport, Indiana 46227