Summary description:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Participates in the academic and physical recruit training program of the Louisville Metro Police Academy Participates in a battery of exams to determine suitability for the position of Police Officer
Job description:
UNDER CLOSE SUPERVISION Attends classes in personnel procedures, police regulations, current laws, the criminal justice system, human behavior and a variety of other topics related to police work. Works in various operational bureaus to provide additional manpower and gain familiarity with the functions of the Louisville Metro Police Department. Participates in practical training of firearm usage, driving, self-defense, arrest procedures, use of police equipment and a variety of other procedures and activities related to police work. Takes tests to measure knowledge gained, evaluates performance and determines progress made.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work Communicates with individuals in person and utilizes all types of communication media Lifts and carries items weighing in excess of 100 pounds in a team setting Spends prolonged periods of time exposed to the elements Physically restrains persons in the course of law enforcement activities Chases suspects on foot in the course of law enforcement/criminal apprehension activities Operates police vehicles during the day and night; observes criminal actions taking place; observes traffic violations; and reviews and prepares reports and correspondence With competitive pay and outstanding benefits, LMPD is looking for new officers and lateral transfers who are looking to make a difference. Take Home Car Program, Relocation and home buying assistance, Full Benefits and Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement and Retirement and Pension benefits. Salary Breakdown: for Recruit in the Academy for approximately 26 to 29 weeks: $60,000. Salary for Officer after graduation: $71,322. Salary after Year 1: $77,737. Salary after Year 2: $87,291.
Eligibility factors:
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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS High school diploma or the equivalent Must be a US Citizen Must be a minimum of 20 years of age Applicants who have bought, sold, or trafficked, as defined in KRS 218A.010 and KRS 218A.1431, controlled substances other than marijuana within six years of application will be disqualified. Applicants who have bought, sold, possessed, or used marijuana within one year of application will be disqualified. Applicants who have used an illegal controlled substance other than marijuana within the last six years of application will be disqualified. Applicants who have used a prescription-controlled substance without a prescription on a single occasion within the last six years of application will be disqualified for one year since the last use without a prescription. Applicants who have used a prescription-controlled substance without a prescription more than once within the last six years of application will be disqualified. Must not have been convicted of a felony or have any criminal action pending against them Misdemeanor convictions will be considered on an individual basis. An applicant may be disqualified for multiple misdemeanors, an unacceptable criminal record, or multiple traffic violations. Must submit to a pre-employment drug screening Must submit to a pre-employment polygraph test Must pass a pre-employment physical agility test Must pass a pre-employment physical examination Must take a pre-employment written and oral psychological evaluation Must wear personal protective and safety equipment as mandated by OSHA Must be vaccinated for hepatitis B, have provided evidence of immunity, or have signed a declination form within ten days of initial assignment Must work a varied schedule Must not be a current user of illegal drugs Must have received an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions if having served in any branch of the armed forces of the United States Must not be prohibited by federal or state law from possessing a firearm Must not have an accumulation of nine or more points for traffic violations Must not have had certification as a peace officer permanently revoked in another state Within the last 2 years must not have conducted the business of a private detective agency or any agency supporting private detectives, private policeman or private guards/advertised or solicited any such business in connection with any labor dispute Must be eligible for certification as a State Peace Officer Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
