Law Enforcement Trng Instructor III

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Richmond (KY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Overtime pay

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Wellness incentives

Career development

Job summary

DOCJT in Richmond, Kentucky seeks a Law Enforcement Trng Instructor III to deliver high‑liability training in tactics, vehicle operations, and incident response. You will teach both in-person and virtual sessions, shaping how officers prepare for demanding incidents and ensuring safe, effective decision‑making under pressure.

The role requires seven years of sworn law enforcement experience and a bachelor’s degree, with opportunities to influence curriculum and mentor staff across the training

Qualifications

• Must have seven years of experience as a sworn law enforcement officer or related roles.
• Master’s degree substitutes for one year of experience.
• Additional sworn officer or instructor experience can substitute for education.

Responsibilities

• Instructs, evaluates, coordinates and recommends topics and scenario-based training.
• Develops and updates curricula and training materials for law enforcement topics.
• Coordinates training classes and required administrative paperwork.
• Mentors new instructional staff and participates in agency committees.
• Attends internal and external training courses.

Skills

Sworn law enforcement experience

S.W.A.T. training

Vehicle operations training

Traffic stops training

Active Shooter response

Firearms training

Computer literacy

Public speaking

Adult learning principles

Outdoor work readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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Job Title

Law Enforcement Trng Instructor III

Pay Grade

15

Salary

$73,836.00 Annually

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK

Location

4449 Kit Carson Drive
Richmond, KY 40475 USA

Hiring Agency

Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Dept of Criminal Justice Training

Description

DOCJT is now offering a higher starting salary for Law Enforcement Training positions! Looking for the next step in your law enforcement career? As a Law Enforcement Instructor, you’ll be able toutilize your passion and knowledge for law enforcement, to provide quality criminal justice training, throughboth in-person and virtual training methods, that will enhance the ability of the state's law enforcementpersonnel. Which will reduce crime and its cost to society and create a safe, secure environment for Kentucky.

The Department of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT), located in Richmond, Kentucky, has an opening for a LawEnforcement Instructor III assigned to the Tactics Section. This position offers experienced law enforcementprofessionals the opportunity to directly influence how officers prepare for some of the most demandingsituations they may face in the field.

Tactics Instructors deliver high-liability, hands‑on training in vehicle operations, traffic stop tactics, building searches, warrant service, officer tactical medicine, officer rescue and counter‑ambush, and Critical Incident Response or active shooter response. Instruction also includes low‑light tactics, scene approaches, tactical movement, casualty extraction, situational awareness, threat assessment, and use‑of‑force decision‑making.

Through realistic scenarios, practical exercises, and classroom instruction, Tactics Instructors train both basic recruits and veteran officers to think clearly, move with purpose, and make sound decisions under pressure. This position is well suited for instructors who want to bring real‑world experience into the training environment and help shape the next generation of Kentucky law enforcement officers.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Instructs, evaluates, coordinates and recommends law enforcement topics, and scenario based training to agency leaders reflecting the needs of the law enforcement agencies served.
• Conducts research, manages and develops training curriculum, updates established lesson plans, develops new lesson plans, and instructional class material for law enforcement or law enforcement related topics.
• Coordinates training classes, class preparation and completes required training course administrative paperwork.
• Coordinates on the job training and mentoring for new instructional staff. Serves on agency committees. Advises and counsels trainees and assists in the development of training needs.
• Attends internal and external training courses.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Sworn law enforcement experience.
• Special Weapons and Tactics training or experience.
• Vehicle operations training or experience.
• Traffic stops training or experience.
• Active Shooter and/or Rapid Response to Active Shooter training or experience.
• Firearms training or weapon handling experience.
• Knowledge of the use of computer technology, e.g., Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Blackboard, etc.
• Significant experience in public speaking and presentation skills.
• Experience in adult learning principles.
• Ability to work outside periodically at all times of the year.

Additional / Supplemental Information

• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Lift heavy objects or work in uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time.
• May be required to carry and/or use a firearm.
• Frequently communicate in person or by other means of technology.
• Spend a major portion of time using a computer.
• Travel required (state vehicle provided).

Benefits

DOCJT offers great EMPLOYEE benefits package, including:

• Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays
• Overtime and compensatory time
• First day coverage health insurance with optional health reimbursement account
• State-paid life insurance with options for additional self and family coverage.
• Retirement (If not previously retired from KPPA)
• Wellness incentives program
• Training and career development opportunities
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)

A background check is required. Final job offer is contingent upon successful completion of backgroundinvestigation. In compliance with Commission of Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agency, a standard 5.2.8physical exam will be required after initial offer of employment.

Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due toother applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis.If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact.

Applicants must meet all federal and state laws applicable to the carrying, use, and possession of firearmsand ammunition at the time of appointment.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have seven years of experience as a sworn law enforcement officer, telecommunicator, Law Enforcement Training Instructor or any combination of the aforementioned experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: A master's degree will substitute for one year of experience.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional experience as a sworn Law Enforcement officer, telecommunicator, or Law Enforcement Training Instructor will substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must have completed 320 clock hours of in-service or equivalent continuing education credits approved by the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council or the Department of Criminal Justice Training. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in a classroom and/or simulated training setting. May be required to travel to various facilities throughout the state.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Jason Mike at [e-mail] or 859-622-8127.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D