Recruiting

When a position is open on the police force, a limited application period is advertised in local newspapers. Applicant packets are made available at the police department during the hiring phase. A background check is required before further testing is scheduled. The next phase of the process consists of a written test, an agility test, and interviews.

The Union City Police Department utilizes a reserve force of volunteers who are provided training as required under Indiana Statutes. Many reserve officers have transitioned to full-time officers over the years, and it is an excellent way to obtain no-cost certifications and experience for a law enforcement career, either with the Union City Indiana Police Department or another agency.