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Police Officer

Police Officer

at Princeton Police Department

Princeton, KY

Posted: 5-2-2025

Law, Compliance, and Public Safety

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$52,551/year

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About this Career

Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers

Skills

Traffic Regulations, Law Enforcement, Investigation, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification, First Aid Certification

Job Description

Police Officer Princeton Police Department 206 North Jefferson Street, Princeton, KY 42445
  • Must apply in person at the police department
  • ONLINE APPLICATIONS NOT ACCEPTED
  • Police Officer Vacancy The Princeton Police Department is accepting applications for the position of
Police Officer Salary:
Basic Recruit- Non Certified $21.50 Certified Lateral Transfer $23.12-$29.03 (based on experience) Retired Officer $29.12 (Salary does not include $4429.00 KLEFPF)
Benefits:
Take Home Fleet All Equipment Furnished Overtime Paid Court Time Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave Paid Holidays (12 1/2) 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
  • Must apply in person at the police department
  • Work Remotely No Responsibilities Patrol assigned areas to enforce laws and maintain public safety.
Write detailed reports on incidents, arrests, and investigations. Manage conflicts and de-escalate potentially dangerous situations. Provide first aid and CPR when necessary, ensuring the well-being of individuals. Conduct surveillance and gather evidence for criminal investigations. Collaborate with other law enforcement agencies and community organizations. Drive patrol vehicles safely and efficiently while adhering to traffic regulations.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$21.50 - $29.03 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching 457(b) Dental insurance Dependent health insurance coverage Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Military leave Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Work Location:
In person

Other Job Posting Details

Salary

Minimum

Maximum

$44,720/yr

$60,382/yr

MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL

High school or GED