Current Job Openings

The Emergency Management Specialist is responsible for advancing the University’s emergency preparedness, response, and recovery efforts. This position leads the development and coordination of emergency management programs, oversees planning and training initiatives, and supports real-time crisis operations.

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 $17.50/hour. 

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. 

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. 

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.