Job Summary We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Certified Police Officer to join our law enforcement team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for maintaining public safety, enforcing laws, and providing assistance to the community. Your proactive approach, combined with strong communication skills and a commitment to service, will ensure a secure environment for all residents and visitors. This position offers an exciting opportunity to serve with integrity, demonstrate leadership, and make a positive impact every day.

Responsibilities :

Under direction of superior officers, patrols assigned areas of city in police vehicle or on foot. Investigates complaints and responds appropriately. Makes arrests and/or citations to persons in violation of state law or city ordinances. Serves court documents including warrants and subpoenas. Provides traffic control in connection with school crossing, accidents, inoperative electronic traffic control devises, fires, parades and special events. At the scene of a crime or accident conducts preliminary investigations, gathers evidence, interviews witnesses, and makes arrests as appropriate. Takes prisoners to jail. Qualified officers may administer Breathalyzer tests as needed. Assists rescue and fire units in emergency situations. Prepared required reports relating to crimes or accidents. Appears in court as required. Gives advise on laws and ordinances and general information to the public. Maintains order in crowds, parades and public gatherings. Works with social service agencies and public schools as needed to accomplish program objectives. Participates in approved/required law enforcement training courses in modern police methods and procedures, first aid, firearms instruction and related procedures. Performs other related duties as required. Depending on the duties being performed, on-duty time is spent in the office, police cruiser or outdoors. Must respond to calls in all weather conditions and in any type of terrain. Extreme physical exertion may be required in the pursuit and apprehension of prisoners, or in related work. Extreme mental stress due to personal danger or danger to others may also occur due to the nature of police response. Requirements Graduate from an accredited high school or equivalent (GED), and at least twenty-one (21) years of age. Certification as a Certified Peace Officer as required by KRS 15.382, including the successful completion of required basic police training administered or approved by the Department of Criminal Justice Training. Must comply with annual in-service training requirements mandated by

KRS 95.955.

Comprehensive knowledge of police methods, practices, and procedures, with ability to apply knowledge to specific situations. Extensive knowledge and application of federal, state, and local laws. Working knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn the geography of the city. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action, with regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances. Proficiency in the use of firearms. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other officials and the general public. Physical and intellectual ability to perform duties effectively in high stress situations. Willingness to work long, fluctuating work schedules. Ability to pass appropriate physical and medical examinations. Effective communication skills. Ability to maintain important records efficiently and accurately, and to prepare clear, concise reports from this information. Join us as a Certified Police Officer if you are committed to protecting your community with integrity while continuously developing your skills through comprehensive training programs!

Pay:

$41,810.98 - $66,897.57 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Military leave Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person