Law Enforcement Trng Instructor III

Advertisement Closes 5/24/2026 (8:00 PM EDT) 26-02376 Law Enforcement Trng Instructor III Pay Grade 15 Salary $73,836.00 Annually Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH

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FULL TIME

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ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY

| 18A | 40.0 HR/WK Click here for more details on state employment. Hiring Agency Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Dept of Criminal Justice Training Location 4449 Kit Carson Drive Richmond, KY 40475 USA Description Looking for the next step in your law enforcement career? As a Law Enforcement Instructor, you'll be able to utilize your passion and knowledge for law enforcement, to provide quality criminal justice training, through both in-person and virtual training methods, that will enhance the ability of the state's law enforcement personnel. Which will reduce crime and its cost to society and create a safe, secure environment for Kentucky. The Department of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT) located in Richmond, Kentucky has an opening for a Law Enforcement Instructor for the Investigations Section. The law enforcement professional will facilitate instruction in Investigative topics to in-service law enforcement officers across the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Training topics include but are not limited to the following: domestic violence, sexual assault, narcotics investigations, interview and interrogations, child abuse, human trafficking, and undercover investigations. Instructors will provide the latest tactics, techniques used to accomplish these investigations.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructs, evaluates, coordinates and recommends law enforcement topics, and scenario-based training to agency leaders reflecting the needs of the law enforcement agencies served. Conducts research, manages and develops training curriculum, updates established lesson plans, develops new lesson plans, and instructional class material for law enforcement or law enforcement related topics. Coordinates training classes, class preparation and completes required training course administrative paperwork. Coordinates on the job training and mentoring for new instructional staff. Serves on agency committees. Advises and counsels trainees and assists in the development of training needs. Attends internal and external training courses. Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Sworn law enforcement experience. Investigative experience in Law Enforcement focused on Child Abuse, Elder Abuse, Sexual Assaults, and Domestic Violence. Experience in interview and interrogations, suspect identification, and courtroom testimony. Training and experience in classroom instruction. Knowledge in the use of computer technology, e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. KLEC Certified Instructor Additional /

Supplemental Information:

Maintain a valid driver's license. Lift heavy objects or work in uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time. May be required to carry and/or use a firearm. Frequently communicate in person or by other means of technology. Spend a major portion of time using a computer. Travel required (state vehicle provided). DOCJT offers great

EMPLOYEE

benefits package, including: Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays Overtime and compensatory time Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account Life insurance Retirement Wellness incentives program Training and career development opportunities Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K) A background check is required. Final job offer is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation. In compliance with Commission of Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agency, a standard 5.28 physical exam will be required after initial offer of employment. Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis. If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact. Applicants must meet all federal and state laws applicable to the carrying, use, and possession of firearms and ammunition at the time of appointment. Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION

Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS

Must have seven years of experience as a sworn law enforcement officer, telecommunicator, Law Enforcement Training Instructor or any combination of the aforementioned experience. Substitute

EDUCATION

for

EXPERIENCE

A master's degree will substitute for one year of experience. Substitute

EXPERIENCE

for

EDUCATION

Additional experience as a sworn Law Enforcement officer, telecommunicator, or Law Enforcement Training Instructor will substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

(AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must have completed 320 clock hours of in-service or equivalent continuing education credits approved by the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council or the Department of Criminal Justice Training. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials. Working Conditions Work is typically performed in a classroom and/or simulated training setting. May be required to travel to various facilities throughout the state. Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in

KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Walter Ridener at Walterridener@ky.gov or 859-622-3169. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D Apply Now Share Save Job