Police Officer

City of Augusta | Augusta, KY

Date Posted: 5/20/2024 4:19:55 PM

Description:

This position is for candidates with POPS certification or lateral entry applicants ONLY! Minimum starting pay is $19/hour, or higher depending on experience, plus $4,300 KLEFPF. Prior to applying, be advised that all candidates will be required to complete all phases of the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council (KLEC) testing, to include a physical agility test per department policy, Hiring and Backgrounds, Information regarding testing can be found at https://klecs.ky.gov/hiring-process.

Responsibilities

• Deter crimes and assure community through high-visibility policing
• Patrol assigned areas and monitor activities to protect people/property
• Investigate crimes and apprehend suspected law violators
• Observe and respond to various situations or emergencies
• Follow rules, guidelines, and protocols
• Conduct initial investigations
• Gather evidence and ensure successful prosecutions
• Produce internal reports and provide feedback on case status
• Deal with case paperwork and administrative procedures
• Foster good public relationships and liaise with community groups or individuals
• Coordinate operations with other emergency services
• Attend and provide evidence in court

Skills

• Proven working experience in law enforcement
• Proficiency in using police equipment
• Excellent knowledge of standard operating procedures, judicial procedures, civil, and constitutional laws
• Working knowledge of interrogation techniques and scene management
• Knowledge and skills of law enforcement principles and practices
• Adequate interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships
• Sound judgement along with effective decision making skills
• Conflict resolutions and problem solving skills
• Responsibility, dependability, honesty, and integrity
• Willing to submit to extensive medical and criminal background checks
• Valid driving license
• High school degree; BS degree in police science or related field is desirable

Salary Information: Minimum starting pay is $19/hour, or higher depending on experience, plus $4,300 KLEFPF.
Application Deadline: 06/14/2024

Applications can be found online at: https://www.augustaky.com/copy-of-city-departments Please email completed applications and resumes to: City of Augusta P.O. Box 85 Augusta, KY 41002

Gretchen Usleaman
City Clerk/Treasurer
P.O. Box 85 - 219 Main Street
Augusta, KY 41002