POLICE DEPARTMENT

 

38 Public Square — Salem, Indiana 47167
Phone: (812) 883-5100 or 1524 — Fax: (812) 883-6380
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POLICE STATION DESIGNATED AS "SALEM'S SAFE ZONE"

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Citizen's Support Programs

Vacation Watch Service

 

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We invite you to view our list of recent,
unsolved crimes.  If you can provide information
about any of them, we invite your help!

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Salem Police Department PatchAdditional Important Phone Numbers

Washington County Sheriff - 812-883-2834
Nationwide Runaway Hotline - 800-621-4000
National Child Abuse Hotline - 800-422-4453
National Domestic Violence Hotline - 800-799-7233
Center for Missing & Exploited Children - 800-843-5678
National Poison Control Center - 800-222-1222

MISSION STATEMENT

The Salem Police Department feels very strongly that the preservation and institutionalization of a mission, the common bond of a far-reaching vision, and the communal sharing of values strengthens the bonds of the Police with the community it preserves.

We will preserve the peace and maintain order in our community. We will investigate crimes and apprehend criminals. We will protect our people and property, prevent crime, and promote traffic safety. We will foster positive relationships and support neighborhood self-sufficiency. In fulfilling our mission, we will respect the rights and dignity of all.

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Vacation Watch Service


Vacations are a time of year that everyone should be able to enjoy. Worrying about the safety of your residence while you are away should be the last thing on your mind. Vacation Watches are a courtesy service that the Salem Police Department provides to the citizens of the city. The dates of your departure and return are recorded in our Vacation Watch Log Book. The officers will then make random, physical checks on your home during your absence. Registering for for this service is very simple. Just provide the following information by phoning the Salem Police Department at 883-1524, or faxing the information at least 24 hours prior to your departure. (This service is for Salem City Residents only.)

Please provide the following information:

Name, Address, Date Leaving, Date Returning, Vehicles Left at the Residence (Description and Plate Number), Lights Left On, Pets Left at the Residence, Key Holder's Name and Address, Key Holder's Phone Number.

Printable Version:

Just Click This Link and you will be redirected to a printable version of the Vacation Watch Checklist. Just print the page, fill in the required information, and then Fax it to (812) 883-6380.

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Salem Police Department Information

The Salem Police Department is located at number 38 on the southeast corner of the public square in Salem. The City of Salem is located in the Heart of Washington County, which is approximately thirty minutes north of Louisville Kentucky. We currently employ twelve full-time officers, five dispatchers, ten reserve officers, and one administrative assistant.

The current administration is headed by Chief Brian Scott Ratts, Assistant Chief of Police Troy Merry, and Major Roy Overshiner. These three individuals bring to the department over 45 years of combined law enforcement experience.

All full-time and reserve officers are are employed under the following standards:

Full-Time Officers

Must be a resident citizen of the United States

Must have obtained a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.

Must be at least Twenty-One (21) years of age and not exceed Thirty-Six (36) years of age.

Cannot have a felony conviction

Cannot have a misdemeanor conviction involving domestic violence under [18 USC §922 (g)]

Must possess a valid driver's license from their state of residence

Must be a resident of Washington County, Indiana or one of the adjoining counties at the time of appointment to the Department

Cannot have been dishonorably discharged from the military

Must pass a physical agility test mandated by the State of Indiana. ( Adheres closely to the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy Requirements )

Must pass the firearms qualification test with the current department-issue firearm.

Must pass the medical and psychological evaluations under the Public Employees Retirement Fund (www.in.gov/perf/)

Attend & complete the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy within one year of the hire date. (www.state.in.us/ilea/)

Maintain a minimum of 15 hours of law enforcement training per year.

Reserve Officers

Must be a resident citizen of the United States

Must have obtained a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.

Must possess a valid driver's license from their state of residence.

Cannot have a felony conviction

Cannot have a misdemeanor conviction involving domestic violence under [18 USC §922 (g)]

Cannot have been dishonorably discharged from the military

Pass a forty (40) hour pre-basic course developed by the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy.

Maintain a minimum of 15 hours of law enforcement training per year.

Maintain a minimum of 24 hours of service per month plus other assigned duties.

NOTE: Requirements are subject to change without prior notice.

The Salem Police Department is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against race, creed, religion, or gender. All applications can be obtained through the Mayor's Office which is located in the Salem City Hall Building. (38 Public Square, Salem, Indiana) Applications will be kept on file for 6 months if the applicant meets the requirements for employment by the City of Salem Police Department.

NOTE: The Salem Police Department is not currently hiring. We will post the interview dates for future positions in advance on this site. You may also call the department to obtain further information.

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