Top 18 Sergeant Jobs in Kentucky

Shift Commander (Sergeant), Police (Internal Search)
Western Kentucky University —Bowling Green, KY
- $31.24 - $32.18 an hour
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- University
Army Consultant (Master Sergeant level)
InfiniSource Consulting Solutions —Junction City, KY
- Military
- Mid-level
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Peace Officer
TRANSYLVANIA UNIVERSITY —Lexington, KY
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- University
Police Officer
Western Kentucky University —Bowling Green, KY
- $27.78 an hour
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- University
EMT
Louisville Metro Government —Louisville, KY
- $22.29 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- AD&D insurance
Correctional Lieutenant
Commonwealth of Kentucky —La Grange, KY
- $38,093.28 - $57,139.68 a year
- Full-time
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
9d
School Resource Officer
City of Ashland, Kentucky —Ashland, KY
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Residential
Detention Center Deputy
KENTON COUNTY FISCAL COURT —Covington, KY
- From $23.70 an hour
- Extended hours
- Background check
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Police Patrol Officer
CITY OF ERLANGER —Erlanger, KY
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Analysis skills
- Children
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Certified Police Officer
City of Danville —Danville, KY
- $54,636 - $70,944 a year
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Patrol Officer (Lateral Transfer)
City of London KY —London, KY
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
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Deputy Jailer
Shelby County Fiscal Court —Shelbyville, KY
- $21 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Serving
- Pass drug screening
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Police Officer
City of Glasgow —Glasgow, KY
- $20.44 an hour
- Full-time
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
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Police Officer (Full-Time)
Kentucky State University —Frankfort, KY
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to climb stairs
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Police Officer (Part-Time)
Kentucky State University —Frankfort, KY
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to climb stairs
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Deputy Jailer
Boone County Fiscal Court —Burlington, KY
- Full-time
- Serving
- Writing skills
- Basic math
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Part Time Deputy Jailer
Boone County Fiscal Court —Burlington, KY
- Part-time
- Serving
- Writing skills
- Basic math
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Shift Commander (Sergeant), Police (Internal Search)

Western Kentucky University -
Bowling Green, KY

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Job Details

Full-time
$31.24 - $32.18 an hour

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Location: Bowling Green, KY Category: Staff Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Tue Apr 21 2026 Job Description:

Internal Search: only WKU employees currently working in a non-temporary status are eligible to apply.

A person in this position as a sworn police officer performs general duties in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. This is a responsible supervisory position. Work involves the assigning of and evaluating of subordinates assigned to the Patrol Section. Work is performed in accordance with specific oral and written orders from a superior and department policies and procedures, but with considerable independence of action in choosing specific methods and techniques. Work involves responsibility for making independent operating decisions based upon knowledge of departmental operations, although advice and counsel is available from superiors in difficult cases. Direct technical and administrative supervision is given to police officers and civilian clerical personnel. Supervision is received from the Patrol Captain by general observation and evaluation of the effectiveness with which the section operates. Work involves elements of personal danger and involves public contact with citizens, public officials, and law violators. Employees are subject to hazardous duty in times of emergency or when necessitated by circumstances. A person in this position may be assigned to work any shift, including weekends, holidays and overtime assignments and other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum four (4) years of law enforcement experience.
Must have served in a supervisory role within a law enforcement setting or served as a field training officer.

Additional Information:

Hourly Range: $31.24 - $32.18 (w/o KLEFPF)

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at [email protected] or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email [email protected].

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