What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at Oldham County Fiscal Court?
Description
Examples of duties include:
- Deter crimes and assure community safety through high-visibility policing
- Investigate crimes and apprehend suspected law violators
- Patrol assigned areas and monitor activities to protect people/property
- Conduct initial investigations
- Gather evidence and ensure successful prosecutions
- Observe and respond to various situations or emergencies
- Attend and provide evidence in court
Requirements
Minimum requirements for all lateral applicants:
- Must have been employed as a full-time sworn police officer in the United States with a minimum of one (1) year full-time experience;
- Must have completed a Kentucky Law Enforcement Council (KLEC) approved Basic Training Course, or be eligible for KLEC Peace Officer Professional Standards (POPS) certification;
- If applicant is not currently a police officer in Kentucky, reciprocity must be granted by KLEC prior to submitting an application for employment. (Go to the KLEC website for more information);
- Not have had certification as a peace officer permanently revoked in Kentucky or another state;
- Be 21 years of age or older;
- Be a U.S. citizen;
- Be a graduate of an accredited high school or G.E.D. program;
- Possess a valid driver's license;
- If applicable, received an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions for serving in any branch of the armed forces of the United States;
- Not have a felony conviction or any criminal action pending;
- Not be prohibited by federal or state law from possessing a firearm;
- Must submit to an oral interview;
- Take a psychological evaluation;
- Must submit to a thorough background investigation;
- Pass a pre-employment medical examination and drug screen;
- Pass a pre-employment polygraph examination;
- Be able to work a varied work schedule.
