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Job Title Police Officer/Recruit Requisition Number RE36956 Working Title Department Name 3HL00:UK Police Work Location Lexington Ky Grade Level 41 Salary Range $15.51-24.81/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education HS
Click here for more information about equivalencies: http://www.uky.edu/hr/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related ExperienceNo experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification Valid Driver's License.
Physical Requirements Lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 100 lbs., sitting for long periods of time, walking for long periods of time, standing for long periods of time, handling intermittent periods of high levels of stress.
Shift Police Recruits work (5) 8-hour days Monday - Friday with occasional overtime opportunities to include UK sporting events.
After Police Training Academy graduation, Police Officers will be assigned to one of the following 12 hour shifts to include rotating weekends off:
7 am - 7 pm
7 pm - 7 am
Officers work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and mandatory overtime to include UK sports and other university events.
Job Summary After Police Training Academy graduation, Police Officers will be assigned to one of the following 12 hour shifts to include rotating weekends off:
7 am - 7 pm
7 pm - 7 am
Officers work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and mandatory overtime to include UK sports and other university events.
Have questions? Email JoinUKPD@uky.edu
University of Kentucky Police Officers are responsible for providing the University community with a safe and secure environment in which to work, live and learn.
The department is service oriented and specializes in meeting the needs of the campus' diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
The major job responsibilities of the University of Kentucky Police Officer include patrol and investigations, public relations and service, community oriented policing, professional development and training, and report writing.
Specific duties include foot, bike, and mobile patrol, responding to service calls, investigating crimes, preparing and presenting testimony in court, community relations with students and campus partners, providing security and traffic control for special University events, writing reports, completing training, and engaging in professional development, and preparing written records including but not limited to citations, criminal reports, and internal documentation.
Below are the next two required steps of this hiring process for you to plan in advance. All applicants are invited to take the written test.
Written Test
Date & Location: To be completed online. Date is TBD. Please watch email account for instructions.
The written test has four sections - math, reading comprehension, grammar, and writing skills. If you are interested in study materials, please visit https://www.applytoserve.com/Study/ for study guides and practice tests to prepare for the National Police Officer Selection Test ( POST).
Physical Fitness Test
Date: December TBD
Time: 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training
Physical Address:
Department of Criminal Justice Training
Funderburk Building
Eastern Kentucky University
For more information about the Physical Fitness Test and preparation, visit https://docjt.ky.gov/forms/ KLEC/2009/ POPS%20physical%20agility%20brochure_9-23-09_v10a1.pdf.
The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities University of Kentucky Police Officers are responsible for providing the University community with a safe and secure environment in which to work, live and learn.
The department is service oriented and specializes in meeting the needs of the campus' diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
The major job responsibilities of the University of Kentucky Police Officer include patrol and investigations, public relations and service, community oriented policing, professional development and training, and report writing.
Specific duties include foot, bike, and mobile patrol, responding to service calls, investigating crimes, preparing and presenting testimony in court, community relations with students and campus partners, providing security and traffic control for special University events, writing reports, completing training, and engaging in professional development, and preparing written records including but not limited to citations, criminal reports, and internal documentation.
Below are the next two required steps of this hiring process for you to plan in advance. All applicants are invited to take the written test.
Written Test
Date & Location: To be completed online. Date is TBD. Please watch email account for instructions.
The written test has four sections - math, reading comprehension, grammar, and writing skills. If you are interested in study materials, please visit https://www.applytoserve.com/Study/ for study guides and practice tests to prepare for the National Police Officer Selection Test ( POST).
Physical Fitness Test
Date: December TBD
Time: 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training
Physical Address:
Department of Criminal Justice Training
Funderburk Building
Eastern Kentucky University
For more information about the Physical Fitness Test and preparation, visit https://docjt.ky.gov/forms/ KLEC/2009/ POPS%20physical%20agility%20brochure_9-23-09_v10a1.pdf.
The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.
Minimum Qualifications
Citizen of the United States
At least twenty-one (21) years of age
High school graduate or has successfully completed a General Education Development (G.E.D.) examination
Possess a valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle
Has not been convicted of a felony
Has not received a dishonorable discharge, bad conduct discharge, or general discharge under other than honorable conditions
Not prohibited by federal or state law from possessing a firearm
Not had certification as a peace officer permanently revoked in another state
Must complete Department of Criminal Justice Training ( DOCJT) Basic Training Academy within one year of hire date if not already certified.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply 11/27/2022 University Community of Inclusion Citizen of the United States
At least twenty-one (21) years of age
High school graduate or has successfully completed a General Education Development (G.E.D.) examination
Possess a valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle
Has not been convicted of a felony
Has not received a dishonorable discharge, bad conduct discharge, or general discharge under other than honorable conditions
Not prohibited by federal or state law from possessing a firearm
Not had certification as a peace officer permanently revoked in another state
Must complete Department of Criminal Justice Training ( DOCJT) Basic Training Academy within one year of hire date if not already certified.
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
