Program Manager - Hit-Skip Investigations- Part-Time

Program Manager - Hit-Skip Investigations- Part-Time Monday-Friday | Up to 20 hours per week | $35.31 per hour |

Your time in uniform matters-and so does the experience you gained along the way. Put your knowledge back to work in a flexible part-time role helping victims find answers, supporting fellow officers, and moving hit-skip cases toward resolution.

What You'll Do

You'll gather information for hit-skip traffic cases within the City of Fort Wayne. This position works with victims, witnesses, suspects, tow companies, officers, and command staff to gather evidence, document findings, and move cases toward resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Review hit-skip cases for solvability factors and credible investigative leads
• Interview victims, witnesses, suspects, and owners of suspected vehicles
• Process scenes and vehicles, collect evidence, and document findings through photographs, video, and detailed reports
• Coordinate vehicle transport, storage, impoundment, and release with tow companies and Police personnel
• Enter case information into Spillman and prepare charging information when supported by the investigation

What You Bring: Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Former sworn officer with the Fort Wayne Police Department required
• Advanced knowledge of law-enforcement investigations and FWPD procedures
• Traffic Division or Fatal Accident Crash Team investigation experience preferred
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment with limited supervision

Certifications & Requirements

• Valid Indiana driver's license
• Must maintain retired-officer firearms qualification when carrying a firearm
• A firearm may only be carried with written approval from the Chief of Police

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of traffic and hit-skip investigation procedures
• Strong interviewing, evidence collection, case documentation, and analytical skills
• Proficiency with Spillman, Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, and department reporting systems
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Spanish or Burmese language skills preferred

Why Work for the City of Fort Wayne?

This part-time position allows an experienced former FWPD officer to continue serving the community while using valuable investigative knowledge and established department experience. Your work will help identify responsible drivers, support victims, and allow active officers to remain focused on current calls and public-safety needs.

The City of Fort Wayne is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of applicable drug screening, physical examination, and background checks.