Police Officer | University of Kentucky Job at University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY

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  • University of Kentucky
  • Lexington, KY

Job Description

Department Name: 3HL00:UK Police

Job Summary:

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.

Multiple positions available. Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted until the deadline date or until all positions are filled which could be prior to deadline date listed.

Skills /Knowledge/Abilities:

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.

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education:

HS

Required Related Experience:

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification :

Police Certification

University Community of Inclusion:

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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.

About University of Kentucky

Adjacent to downtown Lexington, UK is nestled in the scenic heart of the beautiful Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. UK's campus covers more than 814 acres, with more than 30,700 students and 13,500 full-time employees, including nearly 2,400 full-time faculty and librarians.

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Job Tags

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