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Police Officer - TraineeLexington Fayette Urban Co Government • Lexington, KY, United States
Police Officer - Trainee

Police Officer - Trainee

Lexington Fayette Urban Co Government • Lexington, KY, United States
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SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Below are instructions for applying for the position of Police Officer - Trainee with the Lexington Police Department. To be considered for this position, it is very important to read and follow the instructions provided :

  • You must submit a completed application to the Lexington Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG) to be invited to the written test.
  • Your application must contain all information requested in each section. Once you submit your application, you cannot go back and make changes to the application. Save each page when indicated so you do not lose information you have entered.

Application Sections :

  • Register
  • Login
  • Resume (Optional - You may apply with or without a resume)
  • My Profile :
  • First & Last Name

  • Complete Mailing Address
  • Email Address
  • Phone Number
  • Submit Online Application :
  • Self-Identification Details

  • Terms and Agreements
  • After you click the "SUBMIT" button on the application, a secondary verification is required and can be found at the top of that page.
  • Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email from Peoplesoft@Peoplesoft.com at the email address you provided.
  • For Police Officer - Trainee applications only : We do not require preferences, work experience / education, references or military service.  However, this information will be required at a future date in the testing process.
  • SALARY

    The minimum salary is  $28.216 per hour (Starting Pay)

    This position is eligible for overtime (non-exempt), if applicable.

    Plus, yearly state training incentive, education incentive, and uniform / equipment allowance where applicable and take-home vehicle upon solo-phase. Step increases each year of service.

    FILING DEADLINE DATE

    The deadline to apply is Monday, October 27, 2025

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • United States Citizen
  • Applicants must be 21 years of age by September 14, 2026, and not have reached their 41st birthday by the filing deadline date
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent Certification
  • Possession of valid driver's license
  • Applicants for the position of Police Officer - Trainee will be required to disclose any and all tattoos and body alterations as part of the application process. The Chief of Police or the Chief's designee will review the applicant's tattoo or body alteration and determine whether the applicant will be approved for further consideration in the application process. Tattoos that appear on the hands, neck, above the neck, anywhere on the head, ears, face, mouth, tongue or teeth are prohibited.  NOTE : A single ring tattoo around the base of one finger may be permitted to be visible at all times while on duty if approved by the Chief of Police or the Chief's designee.  The complete personal appearance policies for the LPD are available to read online at :   lexingtonky.gov / police-department-policies
  • Able to read, write and understand the English language and follow instructions
  • Ability to work a flexible or rotating schedule
  • A person of sobriety and integrity, and have been an orderly, law-abiding citizen
  • Never have been convicted of a felony or crime involving moral turpitude
  • ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Patrols a designated area of Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky to preserve law and order, to prevent and discover the commission of crime, to direct traffic, to reduce traffic accidents and to enforce laws and ordinances
  • Responds to calls and complaints involving automobile accidents, burglaries, neighborhood disturbances, domestic violence situations, reckless drivers, vandalism and other misdemeanors and felonies
  • Secures the scene of a crime or accident; administers first aid; gathers and identifies evidence; makes photographs and diagrams on the scene; obtains witnesses; and makes arrests
  • Conducts criminal investigations of homicides, rapes, burglaries, robberies, frauds, thefts, assaults, vice and other crimes
  • Responds to calls in an off-duty capacity when required
  • Serves warrants, summonses, subpoenas and other legal notices; issues traffic citations; and prepares traffic accident and criminal offense reports
  • Testifies as a witness in court in connection with arrests and citations made
  • Acts as an information source for citizens concerning laws and ordinances
  • SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Applicants must be able to perform all the essential job duties, including but not limited to :  having the physical strength and agility necessary to do police work, which includes the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and exposure to hazards; standing, lifting, carrying, walking, running, bending and effectively dealing with resistance from arrestees.
  • Based on preliminary testing (written exam, physical agility exam, oral exam), a certain number of individuals will be extended a conditional job offer that is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation and polygraph examination to qualify for selection by the Chief of Police to proceed to subsequent pre-employment screening that may result in hire and appointment to Police Officer - Trainee.
  • All Police Officer - Trainee positions require drug testing and a complete medical examination after any conditional job offer is extended.
  • CLOSING STATEMENT

    Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government offers an outstanding benefits package.  Links to our most popular benefits are below :

  • Health and wellness benefits :    lexingtonky.gov / benefits
  • Paid and unpaid time off benefits :   lexingtonky.gov / working / employee-handbook#chapter-4-paid-and-unpaid-time-off-benefits
  • Direct depo sit  is required of all employees.
  • The LFUCG is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, and as such is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay and other aspects of employment.

    CONTACT INFORMATION

    For further information, call, e-mail, or visit :

    Division of Human Resources

    200 East Main St.

    Lexington, KY 40507

    Phone : (859) 258-3030

    Website :   lexingtonky.gov / jobs

    E-mail :   jobs@lexingtonky.gov

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