Police Officer- Lateral Entry

The City of Covington is now accepting lateral applicants for the Police Department.You must be a Kentucky Law Enforcement Council (KLEC) certified police officer. Out-of-state certified officers can submit to KLEC for approval of out-of-state credentials for certification. The reciprocity application and more information is located at https://klecs.ky.gov/reciprocity.

Pay Scale by Years of Experience

<1 year Grade I - $56,075.16

1-2 years Grade II - $58,583.34

2-5 years Grade III - $64,791.07

5-7 years Grade IV- $71,519.26

7-9 years Grade V - $75,610.58

9+ years Grade VI - $76,704.38

All sworn employees receive state incentive pay in addition to listed salaries

(Wages may increase with collective bargaining agreement changes)

Lateral hires will be placed on the seniority list at the date of hire; no other seniority privileges apply.

GENERAL-PURPOSE

The description listed is intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in this position. Specifications are NOT intended to reflect all duties performed within the position.

Under general supervision, Police Officers, by virtue of their sworn office, are responsible for the protection of life and property, the prevention of crimes and the preservation of peace and order, and the saving of lives and property; and in addition, does related work as required by superiors.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following tasks are typical for this position, other duties may be assigned:

These essential job functions are:

• Drive an automobile and possess a valid operator’s license
• Pass annual firearm qualifications
• Use and maintain essential equipment such as firearms, batons, flashlights, chemical sprays, ECD device and handcuffs, radios, computers, copiers, typewriters, cellular phones, etc.
• Maintain Kentucky Law Enforcement Council Certification
• Serve warrants, DVO’s, EPO’s and make forcible arrests
• Testify in court
• Keep written records and make written reports of crimes, accidents, incidents in conformity with procedures, and write citations as warranted
• Control traffic and spectators at the scene of an emergency or crime or large gatherings
• Respond to and investigate vehicular accidents
• Assist in rescue operations and render medical aid in emergencies
• Climb Stairs
• Pursue suspects while running and scaling obstacles
• Perform vehicle and/or foot patrol
• Read, write, and communicate at 12th grade or higher level
• Speak before citizen and professional groups
• Evaluate potentially volatile situations and deal with them in an appropriate manner
• Follow orders and directives
• Maintain familiarity with federal, state, and local laws and ordinances as well as Police Department policies, rules, regulations, and guidelines
• Maintain knowledge of geographic areas of the City and surrounding areas
• Actively participate in training courses as a student
• Take control of a crime scene, secure and preserve evidence, and interview witnesses

In addition to the above salary Covington Police Officers are eligible for the following benefits:

• $4300Annual KLEFPF incentive
• Scheduled Step-in Grade pay increasesup to$76,704.38
• 11.5 paid holidays ($2539.20per year- increases with step ingrade)
• 15 days of annual vacation leave (Increases with step in grade up to a maximum of 30 days)
• 4 personal days per year
• Paid sick leave
• Industry-leading health benefits
• Employer-paid life insurance
• College Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual uniform and clothing allowance
• Longevity pay and shift differential pay
• Access to the Premise Health & Wellness Center
• Membership inthe KentuckyPublic Pensions Authority
• Take-home vehicle program (dependent on probationary period completion and distance to the residence)

Physical demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Most work performed outdoors regardless of the weather.

Documentation Required

With an application, the following will be submitted:

• Kentucky Certified Peace Officer, the applicant will submit to the city a copy of the peace officer professional standards certification issued by the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council.
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Subsequent documentation that will be required

• Valid driver’s license
• High School Diploma or GED certificate
• Birth Certificate & Social Security Card
• College Transcript or Diploma and Military Discharge (DD214) (if applicable)

Prior to appointment, applicants for employment through lateral transfer must satisfy the following conditions:

• A minimum of two years of full-time continuous employment as a municipal, county, or state police officer.

• Be a citizen of the United States

• Possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle;

• Be an orderly, law-abiding citizen with no prior felony convictions;
• Not be prohibited by Federal or state law from possessing a firearm;
• If having served in any branch of the Armed Forces of the United States, not have received a dishonorable discharge, bad conduct discharge, or general discharge under other than honorable conditions;
• Sit for an oral interview with the hiring authority;
• Submit to and successfully complete polygraph testing;

• Submit to and pass an investigation of character, including fingerprinting for a criminal background check, and which may include an investigation into the educational background, past employment history, personal background, credit standing, criminal records, and any other relative information discovered during the course of investigation which might relate to the applicant's qualifications;
• Have received and read the Kentucky Law Enforcement Officer's Code of Ethics;
• Have not had certification as a peace officer permanently revoked in another state;
• Undergo and successfully complete thorough medical examinations, including physical and drug testing.
• Out of state-certified applicants, that have been granted a KLEC approval, will additionally be required to take an agility/physical fitness test and suitability screening.