Police Officer, Lexington Police Department, Full Time, Lexington KY

Position:

  • Police Officer, Full Time
  • Starting Salary in Academy– $38,688
  • 1st year salary $40,701+benefits ($8,068)=$48,769
  • Additional college incentive pay – up to $1500 for Bachelor’s Degree

Minimum Requirements

  • High School, GED, or specialized vocational training.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Must have a valid Driver’s License
  • Can legally possess a firearm
  • Not been convicted of a serious misdemeanor 12 months prior to the application deadline or during the hiring process; or convicted of a felony.

For more information and to apply go to: www.joinlexpolice.com. Read the sample application instructions and fill out the specified prtion of the online application at www.joinlexpolice.com. Preparation workshops, event and testing dates are also online.

Police officers see their work matter every day: responding to a traffic collision, helping a family in crisis, investigating a crime. It’s something different every day. We are looking for men and women from a variety of backgrounds who care about people and want to help solve problems.

Officers earn competitive pay and have many opportunities for growth through a variety of assignments within the department. The department is comprised of four bureaus:

  • Administration
  • Investigation
  • Patrol
  • Special Operations

Each bureau is home to several units, with responsibilities ranging from traffic control, patrolling neighborhoods, criminal investigations, assisting crime victims, officer training and more.

For additional information, contact a Lexington Police Recruiter:

E-mail: joinlexpd@lexingtonpolice.ky.gov

Call: (859) 425-2325  or 1-(800) 755-6939


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