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JOB DESCRIPTION
- Pay starts at $48222, plus a $4,000 annual state incentive upon completion of police academy, for a total of $52,222, with higher pay for up to five years of experience for lateral candidates.
- Prevents crime by explaining and enforcing applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; teaching preventive, protective, and defensive tactics; mediating disputes; patrolling assigned area; responding to notices of disturbances; conducting searches; observing suspicious activities; detaining suspects.
- Apprehends suspects by responding to complaints and calls for help; observing violations; making arrests.
- Conducts criminal investigations by gathering evidence; interviewing victims and witnesses; interrogating suspects.
- Documents observations and actions by radioing information; completing written reports.
- Reports observations and actions by testifying in court.
- Fulfills court orders by serving warrants, protection orders, and other court orders.
- Maintains safe traffic conditions by monitoring and directing traffic; enforcing laws and ordinances; investigating accidents; providing escort; reporting unsafe streets and facilities.
- Maintains operations by following department policies and procedures; recommending changes, and maintaining high ethical standards.
- Ensures operation of equipment by practicing use; completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; notifying supervisor of needed repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS FOR ELIZABETHTOWN POLICE OFFICER
- Be a U.S. Citizen
- 21 years of age at the time of written test
- High School Graduate or GED
- No Felony Convictions
- Able to read, write, and understand English
- Valid Operator’s License
- Not prohibited by state or federal law from possessing a firearm
- Have not received a dishonorable discharge or general discharge under dishonorable conditions from a military service branch.
- Have not had certification as a peace officer revoked from another state
- Be able to pass a background investigation
- Be able to pass all physical and suitability screening examinations required to be a police officer, including a polygraph examination
- Physical testing requirements can be found at http://docjt.ky.gov
- No visible tattoos on hands, face, or neck.
REQUIRED QUALITIES/ABILITIES
- An ideal candidate has a high degree of the following:
- Integrity
- Dedication to service
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Decision making ability
- Legal Compliance
- Handles Pressure
- Deals with Uncertainty
- Physical Fitness
- Judgment
- Objectivity
- Dependability
- Emotional Intelligence
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $52,222-$57,044 per year
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $53,968.66 - $58,935.32 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work Location: In person