Kentucky State Police announced on Thursday the deadline to submit an application to become a state trooper has been extended through November 25.
Also, the agency announced that the top achieving applicants will be able to choose the post of their choosing, allowing them the opportunity to stay close to home.
KSP offers one of the top five starting salaries for sworn officers in the commonwealth, with compensation starting at $61,500 annually and an improved retirement system with a sick leave buyback program.
“Kentucky supports our law enforcement officers, which is why we have strongly invested in KSP. By increasing the number of state police troopers, we will make the commonwealth a better, safer place for future generations,” Gov. Andy Beshear said. “Join Team Kentucky today and make a difference in your home community.”
Sgt. Michael Murriell, KSP recruitment branch commander, said the agency is offering applicants the ability to select any of KSP’s 16 posts to serve at upon graduation. KSP posts span the entire commonwealth, making it convenient for troopers to work at a post within a short driving distance of their home.
“Applicants can apply for specific vacancies at the KSP post of their choosing. Once they complete all their testing, the top performers will be guaranteed a spot at the post of their choice,” Murriell said. “This new initiative will reassure applicants they can serve close to home.”
The agency is currently accepting applications for both new officers and the law enforcement accelerated (LEAP) program. To qualify for the 13-week LEAP training, a candidate must have been a full-time certified law enforcement officer for a minimum of two years. The candidate must not be under a local government contract with their current or previous police agency.
Applications for both Cadet Class 103 and the LEAP program must be submitted to the KSP Recruitment Branch by close of business November 25. The upcoming cadet class is slated to begin February 26, 2023.
Interested applicants should visit the KSP website to download an application. KSP’s website also includes the application process online, minimum requirements and disqualifications, and a list of required supporting documentation (physical standards requirements and testing information). For questions or assistance with applying email the KSP recruitment branch at KSPRecruit@ky.gov.
By Ken Howlett, News Director
Contact Ken at ken@k105.com
