(A) The Town Marshal shall have the authority granted his or her office as provided for in the laws of the State of Indiana.
(B) The Town Marshal shall provide on-duty coverage up to 25 hours a week for 52 weeks. The scheduling of the days of the week and hours of the day will be at the Marshal's discretion, with consultation with the Town Council. Any hours worked beyond the prescribed 25 must have prior authorization by the Town Council.
(C) The Town Marshal shall answer all complaints and respond to all emergencies when required and/or when available beyond the hours and dated scheduled.
(D) The Town Marshal will be excused from his or her regular duties when he or she is required to attend training mandated by the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy.
(E) In cases of illness or extended leaves of absence, the Town Council shall be notified.
(F) The Town Marshal or designee will attend Town Council meetings and other unrelated meetings when requested by the Town Council.
(G) The Town Marshal shall have the responsibility of maintaining all police vehicles and other police and emergency related equipment. The Town Marshal shall schedule all vehicles and other equipment for proper maintenance.
(H) The Town Marshal shall be required to prepare a written report monthly and report to the Town Council of all complaints on a form approved by the Town Council. These documents will be retained in the Town Marshal's records for a period of one calendar year. The records will be further kept in the crime reporting database permanently.
(I) Compensation for the Town Marshal shall be set by the Town Council.
(J) The Town Marshal is exempt from paid vacation and sick leave.
(K) The Town Marshal is exempt from and does not quality for health insurance.
(L) The town will provide uniforms, equipment (except firearms) and a vehicle to be used while on duty.
(M) The Town Marshal shall have the authority to recommend deputies only with prior approval from the Town Council.
(Ord. 2011-02, passed 2-14-11; Am. Ord. 2016-06, passed 7-11-2016)