Kentucky State Police is accepting applications for troopers through the agency’s Law Enforcement Accelerated Program (LEAP).
KSP offers one of the top five highest starting salaries for sworn officers in the commonwealth with a starting pay of $61,500 annually.
To qualify for the 13-week LEAP training, a candidate must have been a full-time, POPS-certified police officer in the commonwealth of Kentucky for a minimum of two years. The candidate must not be under a local government contract with their current or previous police agency.
Sergeant Michael Murriell, KSP Recruitment Branch Commander, says new troopers will start at the highest salary the agency has ever had and will benefit from a new and improved retirement system that includes a sick leave buyback program.
“KSP has a variety of law enforcement positions available from the K9 unit, aircraft branch, investigations and special operations. The ability to have a successful and fulfilling career is endless,” Murriell said. “Plus, the financial opportunities available from salary to recruitment to leave benefits are higher than ever before. The best time to choose a KSP career is now.”
Interested applicants should visit the KSP website to download an application. KSP’s website also includes the application process outline, minimum requirements and disqualifications, and a list of required supporting documentation (physical standards requirements and testing information).
The upcoming cadet class is slated to begin on February 28, 2023.
Applications must be submitted to the KSP Recruitment Branch by close of business on October 28.
Interested applicants with questions or assistance with applying can email the KSP recruitment branch at KSPRecruit@ky.gov.
By Ken Howlett, News Director
Contact Ken at ken@k105.com
