Northern Indiana Law Enforcement Academy

Northern Indiana Law Enforcement Academy Northern Indiana Law Enforcement Academy The Northwest Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (NILEA) was formed on September 15th, 1982. John.

It was originally named the Lake Suburban Public Safety Training Council, Inc. The organization's inception was in response to a legislative mandate that all police officers in Indiana have a minimum of sixteen (16) hours of in-service training to maintain their certification as law enforcement officers. The four charter member agencies of the Public Safety Training Council were; Highland, Scherer

ville, Crown Point, and St. Over the next twenty years that number grew to forty-seven (47) police departments covering a seven (7) county radius. The name of the organization also changed. By 1990, it was known as the Northwest Indiana Law Enforcement Training Center and when basic recruit training was introduced, it was renamed to the Northwest Indiana Law Enforcement Academy.

09/04/2026

UPDATE: Application process extended until 9/18/2026 @ 4:00 PM

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08/26/2026

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08/24/2026

🚨HIRING PROCESS - MERIT DEPUTY🚨

The Newton County Sheriff's Office is currently accepting applications for the position of Merit Deputy.

We are seeking dedicated, professional individuals who are ready to serve and protect the citizens of Newton County while making a positive impact in our community.

📌Applications must be received no later than October 1, 2026. Apply online athttps://www.newtoncounty.in.gov/egov/documents/1543591775_86381.pdf or utilize the QR code on the flyer.

As Recruit class 26-56 begins to come together, they engaged in their first attempt at the Deck of Cards circuit to fini...
08/15/2026

As Recruit class 26-56 begins to come together, they engaged in their first attempt at the Deck of Cards circuit to finish week #3!! Much more to come 💪🏻👊🏻🇺🇸

A huge thank you to the American Red Cross for being at NILEA yesterday!We are grateful to everyone who took the time to...
08/13/2026

A huge thank you to the American Red Cross for being at NILEA yesterday!

We are grateful to everyone who took the time to roll up their sleeves and donate. Each donation can make a lifesaving difference, and we appreciate the Red Cross team for helping make the event a success.

Thank you to all of our donors for giving back and helping save lives!

08/10/2026

The IU Police Department in Bloomington, IN is currently accepting applications for the role of Lieutenant. If you are interested, please apply at jobs.iu.edu and search for job number 319946. The application process will be open until August 20th, 2026. Questions? Email Sgt. Hayley Wilson at [email protected] .



Salary: $115,566 annually



Qualifications

EDUCATION/ WORK EXPERIENCE

Required:

High school diploma (or GED) with 8 years of law enforcement experience that includes 1 year of experience in a leadership role. OR
Bachelor's degree preferably in criminal justice or related field with 5 years of law enforcement experience that includes 1 year of experience in a leadership role.
Preferred:

University law enforcement experience.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required:

Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire.
Preferred:

ILETB Certified Instructor Training upon date of hire.
ILEA (Indiana Law Enforcement Academy) certified upon date of hire.
Current and continued certification in university required courses such as CPR, AED, Blood Borne Pathogens, IDACS, etc. upon date of hire.
Complete and maintain all required annual law enforcement training and certifications as prescribed by IUPD, Indiana State Law, and the Indiana Law enforcement Training Board (ILETB) upon date of hire.
Current fi****ms qualification upon date of hire.
Benefits:

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)

08/09/2026

Address

4500 Montdale Drive
Valparaiso, IN
46383

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+12199403405

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