EMPLOYMENT
The Oldham County Police Department is currently accepting applications for the positions of Police Recruit & Police Officer Lateral (Certified Officers).
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Application / Applicant Information
Applications for the Oldham County Police Department are accepted year-round for Police Officer Lateral (Certified Officers). Lateral Applicants are placed on an eligibility list for consideration as openings occur. Police Recruit applications are accepted on an as-needed basis. All applications are valid for one (1) year from the date of submission.
Examples of Work:
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 Oldham County 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, evaluate performance and determine progress made. Performs related work.
Working Conditions:
Lifts and/or moves heavy objects or persons in the course of rescue activities. Physically restrains persons in the course of law enforcement activities. Chases suspects on foot in the course of law enforcement/criminal apprehension activities. Works outside in all extreme weather conditions. Operates police vehicles during the day and night; observes criminal actions taking place; observes traffic violations; and reviews and prepares reports and correspondence. Communicates with other individuals in person, over a telephone, and over a radio.
Lateral (Certified Officer) Application Requirements:
As a Kentucky Police Officer Lateral applicant, you must have been employed as a sworn police officer in Kentucky with a minimum of one-year of full-time experience, must have completed Kentucky Law Enforcement Council (KLEC) approved Basic Training, and have a Peace Officer Professional Standards (POPS) Certification in good standing.
Out-of-state Police Officer Lateral applicants must apply for reciprocity with the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council (KLEC) at the time the application is submitted or have already been granted reciprocity prior to applying. More information on reciprocity may be found online at Reciprocity — Kentucky Law Enforcement Council.
Note: If you are an out-of-state lateral applicant, you will be required by KLEC regulations to successfully complete all hiring process events listed for Police Recruit applicants.
Police Recruit Application Requirements:
Examples of Work:
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 Oldham County 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, evaluate performance and determine progress made. Performs related work.
Working Conditions:
Lifts and/or moves heavy objects or persons in the course of rescue activities. Physically restrains persons in the course of law enforcement activities. Chases suspects on foot in the course of law enforcement/criminal apprehension activities. Works outside in all extreme weather conditions. Operates police vehicles during the day and night; observes criminal actions taking place; observes traffic violations; and reviews and prepares reports and correspondence. Communicates with other individuals in person, over a telephone, and over a radio.
Lateral (Certified Officer) Application Requirements:
As a Kentucky Police Officer Lateral applicant, you must have been employed as a sworn police officer in Kentucky with a minimum of one-year of full-time experience, must have completed Kentucky Law Enforcement Council (KLEC) approved Basic Training, and have a Peace Officer Professional Standards (POPS) Certification in good standing.
Out-of-state Police Officer Lateral applicants must apply for reciprocity with the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council (KLEC) at the time the application is submitted or have already been granted reciprocity prior to applying. More information on reciprocity may be found online at Reciprocity — Kentucky Law Enforcement Council.
Note: If you are an out-of-state lateral applicant, you will be required by KLEC regulations to successfully complete all hiring process events listed for Police Recruit applicants.
Police Recruit Application Requirements:
- Be 21 years of age or older.
- Be a U.S. Citizen
- Graduate from 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 have had certification as a peace officer permanently revoked in Kentucky or another state.
- Not be prohibited by federal or state law from possessing a firearm.
- Must successfully complete all required training after being hired.
- Successfully complete a one (1) year probationary period.
- Be fingerprinted for a criminal background check.
- Complete the Suitability Screener Test.
- Complete in-person interviews.
- Submit to a thorough pre-employment background investigation.
- Pass a medical examination.
- Pass a drug screening test.
- Recruit Applicants must pass a written general aptitude test.
- Recruit & Out-of-State Applicants must pass a physical agility test and polygraph examination.
