Police Patrol Officer is responsible for patrolling an assigned area to prevent and discover crime and to enforce regulations. Responsible for responding to calls, taking necessary action at the scene of crime or disturbance, conducting investigations, making arrests, testifying in court, and completing reports/forms and routine paperwork. Being a Police Patrol Officer requires an associate degree in criminal justice and/or additional certifications and at least 12 to 18 months of law enforcement experience. Requires Firearms Certification. Additionally, Police Patrol Officer typically reports to a police sergeant. The Police Patrol Officer works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Police Patrol Officer typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Police Officer Vacancy
The Princeton Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer
Salary:
Basic Recruit- Non Certified $19.24
Certified Lateral Transfer $20.28-$28.08 (based on experience)
(Salary does not include $4000.00 KLEFPF)
Benefits:
Take Home Fleet
All Equipment Furnished
Overtime
Paid Court Time
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Paid Health Insurance
Hazardous Duty Retirement
Deferred Compensation Plan (401k, 457b)
Minimum Qualifications:
21 Years of Age
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Valid KY Operators License or the ability to obtain one
Legally Possess a Firearm within State and Federal Laws
No Prior Felony Convictions
No Emergency Protective Orders or Domestic Violence Orders
Honorable Discharge or General Discharge with Honorable Conditions if prior Military
Pass the KY Peace Officers Professional Standards Examinations, Physical Agility Examination, Drug Screen, Polygraph, Background Examination
Successfully complete 20 Week Department of Criminal Justice Training Basic Academy.
Applications may be obtained at the Princeton Police Department, 206 North Jefferson Street, Princeton KY from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Mon- Fri.
Chris King, Chief of Police
Princeton Police Department
206 North Jefferson Street
Princeton, KY 42445
(270)365-4657
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.24 - $28.08 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
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