Police Officer

TC Industries Of Canada Company; Oldham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A law enforcement agency in the UK seeks a police officer to ensure community safety through high-visibility policing, investigate crimes, and engage in patrol duties. Candidates must have prior full-time experience as a sworn officer in the US, and complete specific training and evaluations necessary for employment. Applicants must be U.S. citizens aged 21 or older.

Qualifications

• Must have been employed as a full-time sworn police officer in the United States with a minimum of one (1) year full-time experience.
• Must have completed a Kentucky Law Enforcement Council (KLEC) approved Basic Training Course.
• Be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Deter crimes and assure community safety through high-visibility policing.
• Investigate crimes and apprehend suspected law violators.
• Patrol assigned areas and monitor activities to protect people/property.

Job description

Description

Examples of duties include:

• Deter crimes and assure community safety through high-visibility policing
• Investigate crimes and apprehend suspected law violators
• Patrol assigned areas and monitor activities to protect people/property
• Conduct initial investigations
• Gather evidence and ensure successful prosecutions
• Observe and respond to various situations or emergencies
• Attend and provide evidence in court

Requirements

Minimum requirements for all lateral applicants:

• Must have been employed as a full-time sworn police officer in the United States with a minimum of one (1) year full-time experience;
• Must have completed a Kentucky Law Enforcement Council (KLEC) approved Basic Training Course, or be eligible for KLEC Peace Officer Professional Standards (POPS) certification;
• If applicant is not currently a police officer in Kentucky, reciprocity must be granted by KLEC prior to submitting an application for employment. (Go to the KLEC website for more information);
• Not have had certification as a peace officer permanently revoked in Kentucky or another state;
• Be 21 years of age or older;
• Be a U.S. citizen;
• Be a graduate of an accredited high school or G.E.D. program;
• Possess a valid driver's license;
• If applicable, received an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions for serving in any branch of the armed forces of the United States;
• Not have a felony conviction or any criminal action pending;
• Not be prohibited by federal or state law from possessing a firearm;
• Must submit to an oral interview;
• Take a psychological evaluation;
• Must submit to a thorough background investigation;
• Pass a pre-employment medical examination and drug screen;
• Pass a pre-employment polygraph examination;
• Be able to work a varied work schedule.