Police Officer - Recruit

Description

THE CITY OF DANVILLE: The City of Danville is located 35 miles southwest of Lexington and is a thriving community with a population of 17,000. The City is a municipal government agency with a highly efficient infrastructure providing a broad range of public services: water and wastewater treatment, police and fire services, 911 emergency dispatch services, parks and recreation, cemeteries, and public works. The City of Danville is also the business hub to a 5 county, 100,000 +region with quality school systems and a highly educated workforce

Position: Police Officer - Recruit

Pay Classification: Non-exempt

Job Classification:  Full-time

Pay Grade: Police Officer - Recruit

Location: 445 West Main St, Danville, KY 40422

Department: Police

Responsible To: 

Police Chief, Assistant Police Chief, Police Captains, and Police Sergeants

Position Summary:

This is an entry-level non-supervisory position that will work with the Citizens of Danville and other employees in a labor intense position representing the City of Danville. Will be responsible for providing police protection within the City of Danville along with other related duties as required. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 

· Required to perform police service work under direct supervision in accordance with instructions and established procedures.

· Performs daily patrol activities including, but not limited to, traffic patrol, citizen complaints, accidents, and initial crime investigations.

· Required to participate in general patrol duties, including response to major police, fire, and accident calls.

· Must adhere to all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

· Responsible for preparing written reports, evaluations, and other related records.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  Required Skills/Abilities:

· Ability to learn and develop extensive knowledge of the geography of the City of Danville.

· Ability to learn and gain comprehensive knowledge of the Danville Police Department rules and regulations.

· Capability to work with the general public in a professional, courteous, and firm manner.

· Ability to understand and adhere to oral and written instructions.

· Required to become skilled in the use of firearms, motor vehicles, and police surveillance and computer equipment.

· Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with police staff, public officials, employees, and the general public.

· Proven ability to maintain satisfactory physical conditioning levels required to perform essential job duties.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

· HS Diploma or GED.

· Must possess and maintain a valid drivers’ license

CERTIFICATIONS:

· Applicants must have the ability to become POPS certified within the State of Kentucky as well as successfully complete the Danville Police Departments FTO program upon graduation from the police academy.

Compensation:

· $52,450 annually

· $54,636 annually upon graduation from the KY police academy and obtaining police certification. 

BENEFITS:

· 100% paid family medical, dental, and vision Insurance

· Company paid employee short- & long-term disability insurance

· 100% paid basic life Insurance

· Supplemental insurance program

· Vacation Pay

· Sick Pay

· Holiday Pay

· Longevity Incentive Pay

· Annual clothing allowance

· Paid gym membership fees

· Educational Assistance

· KY CERS Hazardous Duty Retirement

· All benefits available date of hire

EEO Disclaimer:

The City of Danville provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other trait or characteristic protect by federal, state, and local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, discipline, demotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, leaves of absence, training, compensation, and benefits.