Police Officer

CITY OF GEORGETOWN•Georgetown, KY

58d•$56,555 - $64,494•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Georgetown is currently accepting applications for Certified Police Officer. Applications must be completed online. Resumes will not be accepted unless attached to a completed application. Incomplete applications will be rejected. Deadline to apply is 4:00 pm Monday, September 26, 2026. Police Officer-Certified Equal Opportunity Employer Drug Free Workplace Any applicant who needs ADA accommodation in the employment selection process will request the accommodation from the human resources director. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. See links below. Family Medical Leave Act Equal Employment Opportunity Equal Employment Opportunity Supplement Employee Polygraph Protection Act

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent (G.E.D.) and certified by Kentucky Peace Officers Professional Standards.
Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, administrative regulations and ordinances.
Knowledge of modern police principles, practices and methods.
Knowledge of the geography of the City.
Skill in the use of firearms.
Ability to remain calm in emergency situations and make accurate decisions after considering the conditions.
Ability to prepare accurate reports.
Ability to establish and effective working relationships with City officers and employees, other police departments/agencies, and the general public.
Valid Kentucky drivers license required.
Must have completed required basic training, and must complete required annual training.
Must be able to work irregular shifts.
Must be able to respond to calls in emergency situations at all hours.
Must be able to physically restrain individuals when required.
Must be able to lift fifty pounds or more on occasion.
Requires stooping, bending, crawling, walking, running, climbing, etc.
Must operate automobile in emergency situations.
All employees of the City shall be and remain drug and alcohol free at all times when working for the City, or engages in activity to that work.

Responsibilities

Patrols a designated area of the City on foot and in cruiser during assigned shift to enforce federal, state and local laws, administrative regulations and ordinances.
Responds to calls received during shift.
Inspects businesses and residences as requested or scheduled.
Investigates suspicious conditions and complaints.
Makes arrests of persons found to be in violation of law; appears in court as necessary.
Conducts or assists in the investigation of criminal or non-criminal incidents.
Directs traffic and issues appropriate citations for law violators.
Prepares and forwards required reports.
Responds without delay to requests for law enforcement service.
Attends fires or traffic accidents and provides assistance as necessary.
Maintains public order in crowds, parades, funerals or other public gatherings.
Locates and recovers stolen property; locates wanted or missing persons.
Issues citations for parking violations.
Provides emergency first-aid.
Operates appropriate police equipment as required.
May serve as specialist in one major area of expertise in the police profession.