PERU, IN- The Peru Police Department is accepting applications for the position of patrol officer. Applications may be filled out at tinyurl.com/PeruPDIN . Applications are due by Friday, July 31st, 2026 at 12pm. The testing process will be on Saturday, August 1st, 2026 at 8am at the Peru Fire Department (Station 1) located at 85 W. Canal Street.
Benefits for new hires for 2026 are as follows:
-Starting Salary $64,145.88
-Free Health, Dental and Vision Insurance along w/ city contributions to an HSA
-Free Health Clinic
-Free 24/7 workout facility available to officers and their household
-Take Home Car provided if you reside in Miami or a surrounding county
-Work Cell Provided
-Comp Time, Paid Personal Days, Sick Days and Holidays
-Liberal beard and tattoo policy
-Exciting overtime opportunities
-Supportive police and city administrations
*Laterals are encouraged to apply. Salary and vacation time will be based on years of service*
** We will be testing based on the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy’s New Fitness Standards. You may view the test at tinyurl.com/ymyyvjzu **
Questions about the hiring process may be directed to Lt. Adkins at zadkins@perupd.org
