Police Officer

CITY OF GEORGETOWN; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Georgetown in Georgetown, KY is seeking a Certified Police Officer. The role requires a high school diploma and Kentucky POST certification. You will patrol assigned areas, respond to calls, and enforce federal, state, and local laws to maintain public safety.

This full-time position involves investigations, traffic control, and reporting duties, with routine emergency response and public service. Applications are due by September 26, 2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and Kentucky POST certification.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations, and city geography.

Responsibilities

• Patrols a designated area on foot and in cruiser to enforce laws and ordinances.
• Responds to calls during shift.
• Inspects businesses and residences as requested.
• Investigates suspicious conditions and complaints.
• Directs traffic and issues citations.

Skills

Firearms

Calm under pressure

Education

High School diploma

Tools

None

Job description

Police Officer-Certified

Job Details: Job Location: City of Georgetown - Georgetown, KY 40324, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $56,555.20 - $64,494.00 Salary/year, Job Shift: Any, The City Of Georgetown is currently accepting applications for Certified Police Officer.

Deadline to apply is 4:00 pm Monday, September 26, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Drug Free Workplace

Any applicant who needs ADA accommodation in the employment selection process will request the accommodation from the human resources director.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. See links below.

Family Medical Leave Act

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Employment Opportunity Supplement

Employee Polygraph Protection Act

Essential Duties

• Patrols a designated area of the City on foot and in cruiser during assigned shift to enforce federal, state and local laws, administrative regulations and ordinances.
• Responds to calls received during shift.
• Inspects businesses and residences as requested or scheduled.
• Investigates suspicious conditions and complaints.
• Makes arrests of persons found to be in violation of law; appears in court as necessary.
• Conducts or assists in the investigation of criminal or non-criminal incidents.
• Directs traffic and issues appropriate citations for law violators.
• Prepares and forwards required reports.
• Responds without delay to requests for law enforcement service.
• Attends fires or traffic accidents and provides assistance as necessary.
• Maintains public order in crowds, parades, funerals or other public gatherings.
• Locates and recovers stolen property; locates wanted or missing persons.
• Issues citations for parking violations.
• Provides emergency first-aid.
• Operates appropriate police equipment as required.
• May serve as specialist in one major area of expertise in the police profession.

Non-essential Duties

None

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

Training and/or Experience: Graduation from high school or equivalent (G.E.D.) and certified by Kentucky Peace Officers Professional Standards.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge

Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, administrative regulations and ordinances.

Knowledge of modern police principles, practices and methods.

Knowledge of the geography of the City.

Skills

Skill in the use of firearms.

Abilities

Ability to remain calm in emergency situations and make accurate decisions after considering the conditions.

Ability to prepare accurate reports.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officers and employees, other police departments/agencies, and the general public.

SPECIAL LICENSING REQUIREMENTS

Valid Kentucky drivers license required.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

See KRS 95. for requirements in addition to those listed below:

Training: Must have completed required basic training, and must complete required annual training.

Availability: Must be able to work irregular shifts. Must be able to respond to calls in emergency situations at all hours.

Instructions: Very general.

Processes: Frequently refines existing methods and develop new techniques, concepts, or programs within established limits.

Review of Work: Most completed work reviewed by supervisor.

Analytical Requirements: Decisions based on wide knowledge and application of advanced techniques/concepts are required.

Public/Internal Contact: Public 90%; internal 10%.

Mental Effort: Moderate to heavy.

Interruptions: Constant.

Work Environment: Inside and outside.

Physical Demands:

Lifting: Must be able to physically restrain individuals when required. Must be able to lift fifty pounds or more on occasion. Requires stooping, bending, crawling, walking, running, climbing, etc.

Use of Equipment: Vehicle, firearms, telephone, office equipment for preparing reports, etc.

Vehicle Operations: Must operate automobile in emergency situations.

Drug Free Workplace Policy

All employees of the City shall be and remain drug and alcohol free at all times when working for the City, or engages in activity to that work.