What is the minimum age of retirement under PERF?
The minimum age of retirement under PERF is 20 years of service (with PERF) and 52 years of age. Example 1: If an officer is hired at 32 years old, he/she can retire at age 52 with full retirement benefits. Example 2: If an officer is hired at 21 years old, he/she can retire at 41 years old, but cannot collect retirement benefits until age 52.

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1. How many times per year do you test?
2. How long does the testing process take?
3. How many times is an applicant required to travel to Fishers during the process?
4. How many officers do you hire every year?
5. What is the minimum age of retirement under PERF?
6. Does the Fishers Police Department have their own academy?
7. How long is the Field Training Program?
8. Is the Field Training Program shortened for Lateral Officers?
9. Are Lateral Officers compensated for their experience?
10. What are the shift hours for the patrol officers?
11. What are the residency requirements for Fishers Police Officers?
12. What specialty positions are available?
13. When can an officer be eligible for a specialty assignment?
14. Do Fishers Police Officers have to purchase their own uniforms and equipment?