
Current Job Openings
Executive Assistant
This position will provide executive support to the Office of the Chief including, but not limited to, budget and human resources support, event planning, and executive administration coordination.
Police Recruit
University of Kentucky Police Officers are responsible for providing the University community with a safe and secure environment in which to work, live and learn. The major job responsibilities of the University of Kentucky Police Officer include patrol and investigations, public relations and service, community oriented policing, professional development and training, and report writing.
Starting pay is estimated at $63,200 increasing with education and related experience. Upon graduation from the police training academy, recruit salary increases by $4,562.
Lateral Officer
University of Kentucky Police Officers are responsible for providing the University community with a safe and secure environment in which to work, live and learn. The major job responsibilities of the University of Kentucky Police Officer include patrol and investigations, public relations and service, community oriented policing, professional development and training, and report writing.
Starting pay ranges from $67,700-$85,000 according to education and related experience.
Health Care Security
Security Officers maintain a safe and secure environment at University of Kentucky’s HealthCare facilities’ by protecting guests, visitors, staff, and property. The major job responsibilities of the University of Kentucky Security Officer include performing patrol and sitting posts, providing customer service, completing reports and forms, and attending trainings.
Starting pay is $17.80/hour.
Dispatcher
The University of Kentucky Police Department Communication Officer serves as the critical link between the community and emergency services. This role involves receiving and responding to a wide range of emergency and non-emergency calls. The Communications Officer must quickly assess and interpret each situation, determine the appropriate response, and take action—whether that’s dispatching emergency personnel, providing accurate information, or directing the caller to the appropriate agency.
Starting pay is $21/hour.