Police Officer

Eastern Kentucky University; Richmond; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Kentucky University is seeking a Police Officer for the EKU Police Department to protect life and property and provide services to the university community. The role emphasizes preserving peace and supporting campus operations at the Richmond Campus.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, U.S. citizenship, valid driver’s license, and acceptance into Kentucky LECC training or current certification as a police officer.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Experience: At least 21 years old, valid driver’s license, US citizen, must qualify for Kentucky Law Enforcement Council basic police training or already be certified as a Police Officer.

Responsibilities

• Enforcement duties as assigned (essential).
• Patrol operations across campus.
• Traffic enforcement and traffic safety duties.
• Public service and assistance to university community.

Skills

Valid Driver's license

US citizenship

KLEC training eligibility

Police officer certification

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Title: Police Officer

Position Type: Fulltime Staff

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 02R004 - Public Safety

Division: 4R3000 - Campus Operations

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Driver

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Schedule Type: Full Time (40 hrs per week or more)

Hours Per Week: 40

Additional Schedule Details: Applicant must be able to work any schedule.

Posted Salary Grade: Non-Exempt - G20

Retirement: HAZ

Contact Person: Asst. Chief Tim Gunn

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Police Officer is responsible for carrying out the functions of the EKU Police Department. These functions include protection of life and property, preservation of the peace and good order of the University community, and the furnishing of various services to enhance and support the operations of the University.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Experience:

• At least 21 years of age.
• Valid Driver's license.
• Citizen of the United States of America.
• Must qualify for acceptance into the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council basic police training program
• or
• Already be certificated as a Police Officer under Kentucky Statues.

To apply for the position of Police Officer, you must be at least 20 years old at the time of application and turn 21 years old by the time you graduate from the Department of Criminal Justice Training Law Enforcement Basic Training Academy.

Licensure & Certifications: - Valid Driver's license and satisfactory completion of the Department of Criminal Justice Training.
- Applicant must meet all KLEC hiring expectations for Kentucky Peace Officer Professional Standards certification. If not already a KLEC certified police officer applicant must attend basic law enforcement training at the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training Academy in Richmond, KY.

Job Duties:

• 10% - Enforcement - (Essential)
• 30% - Patrol - (Essential)
• 30% - Traffic - (Essential)
• 20% - Service - (Essential)
• 10% - Other Duties - (Essential)

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Advertised: 21 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time