Scottsburg Police Department

Scottsburg Police Department The Scottsburg City Police Department provides 24 hour police services for the City of Scottsburg, Indiana A Greeting from Chief Scott A.

Zellers,
Scottsburg, Indiana is located 29 miles North of Louisville on Interstate 65. The Scottsburg City Police Department is located on the Westside of Scottsburg at 203 South Lake Road North. The city of Scottsburg Police serves a population of about 7000 citizens, and is primarily a residential area. The 5.06 square miles of Scottsburg contains the Scott County Memorial Hospital, Scott County

Jail, Scott County Courthouse, Scott County Museum, and the Mid-America Science Park. The Scottsburg Police Department has 17 full time police officers, and one civilian employee for records. The records department is open from 8A-4P Monday thru Friday, but the patrol divisions and detective divisions are available 24 hours a day.

Today we were treated to an awesome surprise from our friends at the Scottsburg Wawa in celebration of National Wawa Hoa...
07/01/2026

Today we were treated to an awesome surprise from our friends at the Scottsburg Wawa in celebration of National Wawa Hoagie Day!

A huge thank you to the team for stopping by with delicious hoagies and coffee for our officers. Your generosity and support mean more than you know. Gestures like this remind us how fortunate we are to serve such a caring and supportive community.

We truly appreciate your kindness and are grateful for everything you do. Thank you for helping keep our officers fueled and ready to serve!

They say a clean car drives better… and at the Scottsburg Police Department, we are firm believers in that!The officers ...
06/21/2026

They say a clean car drives better… and at the Scottsburg Police Department, we are firm believers in that!

The officers of the Scottsburg Police Department successfully completed another annual fair parade and vehicle inspection.

As a long-standing department tradition, officers present their patrol vehicles each year for a thorough inspection to ensure they are clean, well-maintained, and ready to serve our community.

A big thank you to our officers for taking pride in their equipment and representing the Scottsburg Police Department with professionalism, even down to the smallest details.

06/21/2026

📢 Public Service Announcement

Scott County Fair Parade
🕒 Start Time: 3:00 PM
🕓 End Time: Approximately 4:00 PM

A reminder to the public that the Scott County Fair Parade will take place today. Officers with the Scottsburg Police Department and deputies with the Scott County Sheriff’s Department will be in the area assisting with traffic control and blocking intersections along the parade route.

During the parade, several intersections and roadways will be temporarily closed and impassable to traffic.

Major intersections affected will include:

• SR 56 & Bond St.
• SR 56 & Main St.
• SR 56 & 1st St.
• Main St. & Lovers Ln.
• US 31 & W. Lake Rd.
• Riley Dr. & W. Lake Rd.

In addition to the locations listed above, several other intersections along the parade route will be closed.

If you are traveling during this time, please plan ahead and avoid these areas when possible. If you are attending the parade, we encourage you to arrive at your viewing location early to allow extra time for traffic delays and road closures.

Stay hydrated, keep an eye out for flying candy, and enjoy the parade! 🎉

The Scottsburg Police Department is pleased to announce the successful conviction of an individual following a thorough ...
06/08/2026

The Scottsburg Police Department is pleased to announce the successful conviction of an individual following a thorough investigation and prosecution. Please refer to the attached release from Scott County Prosecutor Chris Owens for additional details.

This conviction resulted from an investigation led by Chief Herald of the Scottsburg Police Department.

This outcome reflects the dedication and professionalism of the investigating officers, the support of witnesses and community members, and the efforts of the Scott County Prosecutor’s Office in the pursuit of justice.

The Scottsburg Police Department remains committed to protecting our community and holding offenders accountable for their actions. We would like to thank everyone involved in bringing this case to a successful conclusion.

Together, we continue to make our community a safer place to live, work, and visit.

06/02/2026

**UPDATE: The information we needed has been obtained, and the driver has been identified.

We would like to thank everyone who took the time to view, share, and provide information regarding our previous post. Your assistance and cooperation helped us quickly gather the information needed.

We appreciate the continued support of our community and your willingness to assist the Scottsburg Police Department.

Thank you.

SCOTTSBURG POLICE DEPARTMENT
REQUEST FOR PUBLIC ASSISTANCE

The Scottsburg Police Department is seeking assistance from the public in identifying the driver of the vehicle pictured below in reference to an ongoing investigation.

If you recognize this vehicle or know the identity of the driver, please contact the Scottsburg Police Department or send us a private message on this page. You may also email information to the case officer directly, Sgt. Bowles at [email protected].

Please reference case number 26-3985 when providing information.

We ask that comments remain respectful and that individuals avoid posting names publicly. If you have information, please contact us directly.

Thank you for your assistance.

**All persons are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.**

The Scottsburg Police Department wants to give a huge thank you to the Scott County Partnership, represented by Melinda ...
04/17/2026

The Scottsburg Police Department wants to give a huge thank you to the Scott County Partnership, represented by Melinda Lowry and Brynley Culley, for their support of this great initiative for our community!

Through a grant awarded by the Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI), sporting equipment was purchased for our officers to hand out while patrolling local parks in Scottsburg. This program is all about building positive relationships, connecting with youth, and creating meaningful interactions in our community.

So if you see one of our police vehicles in a local park — come say hello and flag us down! If you need a football, basketball, or soccer ball, ask the officer if they have one available in their vehicle.

Please keep in mind not every officer may have equipment available at that moment, but we’ll do our best to help as many kids as possible.

We’re excited about opportunities like this to engage with our youth and continue strengthening the relationship between our department and the community we serve.

03/31/2026

🚨 FINAL REMINDER! 🚨

Applications are due this Friday, April 3rd. All applications and supporting documents must be submitted by the end of the day.

If you’re unable to make it to a drop-off location, you can still apply by emailing your application to [email protected].

Don’t miss your opportunity—get your application in today!

⏳ DEADLINE APPROACHING! ⏳The Scottsburg Police Department is NOW HIRING, but time is running out!📅 Applications must be ...
03/20/2026

⏳ DEADLINE APPROACHING! ⏳

The Scottsburg Police Department is NOW HIRING, but time is running out!

📅 Applications must be turned in by April 3rd

- Projected agility test date is April 11th.

This is your opportunity to step up, serve, and be part of something bigger.

💥 Don’t wait. Don’t miss out.
👉 Apply TODAY!

🚔 NOW HIRING – FULL-TIME POLICE OFFICERS 🚔Scottsburg Police DepartmentAre you looking for a meaningful and rewarding car...
03/12/2026

🚔 NOW HIRING – FULL-TIME POLICE OFFICERS 🚔
Scottsburg Police Department

Are you looking for a meaningful and rewarding career serving your community? The Scottsburg Police Department is currently accepting applications for Full-Time Police Officers. Law enforcement is a challenging yet rewarding profession for individuals who are passionate about protecting and serving others.

If you’re ready to make a difference and help keep our community safe, we encourage you to apply!

📍 How to Apply

Applications may be obtained in the following ways:

• Scottsburg City Hall
Monday – Friday | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

• Scottsburg Police Department
Monday – Thursday | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

• Request an application by emailing: [email protected]

📬 Completed applications may be:
• Dropped off at the Scottsburg Police Department
• Mailed to:
Scottsburg Police Department
203 S Lake Rd N
Scottsburg, IN 47170

• Emailed to: [email protected]

⭐ Note: Certified ILEA Tier 1 applicants will have the physical fitness assessment waived.

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Basic Qualifications

Applicants must:

• Be a United States citizen
• Be 21–40 years of age at the time of hire (to qualify for PERF)
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Have a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Successfully pass a thorough background investigation
• Complete an oral interview
• Pass the ILEA Exit Standard physical agility test
• Have no felony convictions or domestic battery convictions
• Not have a dishonorable discharge from military service

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Required Physical Fitness Standards

• Vertical Jump: 16 inches
• One-Minute Sit-ups: 29
• 300 Meter Run: 71 seconds
• Push-ups: 25
• 1.5 Mile Run: 16 minutes 28 seconds

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Additional Requirements

• Background examination with polygraph
• Psychological evaluation
• Physical examination
• Successful completion of a probationary year, including graduation from the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy

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Salary & Benefits

💰 Starting Pay
• Probationary Patrol Officer: $50,179.48

💰 First Class Patrolman:
• $56,983.16 – $71,228.95

➡️ ILEA Tier 1 lateral hires receive longevity credit for previous Tier 1 service.

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Benefits Include

• 25-Year Longevity Pay Program
• 1977 Police Officers Retirement Fund
• 5% 457 Retirement Match
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 14 Paid Holidays
• 4 PTO Days
• Up to 4 Weeks Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• New officers receive 1 week vacation after 90 days
• 10-Hour Shifts with Every Other Weekend Off
• $1,600 Clothing Allowance
• $1,200 Third Shift Differential
• Phone Stipend
• Take-Home Vehicle Program
• 20-Year Retirement Eligibility
• 52% of First-Class Patrolman salary
• Up to 76% after 32 years of service
• City pays 50% of the employee’s share

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Documentation Required With Application

• Copy of High School Diploma or equivalent
• Copy of Driver’s License
• DD214 or NGB-22 (if applicable)
• ILEA Tier 1 Certification (if applicable)

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The Scottsburg Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PSA:It has come to our attention that a post currently circulating on Facebook contains inaccurate information. We want ...
02/27/2026

PSA:

It has come to our attention that a post currently circulating on Facebook contains inaccurate information. We want to assure the community that there have been no shootings or loss of life in Scottsburg.

This post is false and appears to be an attempt to spread misinformation and cause unnecessary panic and concern within our community.

We encourage everyone to rely on official sources for accurate information. Thank you.

Address

203 S Lake Road N
Scottsburg, IN
47170

Telephone

+18127524462

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