| The West Liberty Police Department is currently
hiring for the position of police officer.
The West Liberty Police Department is fast
becoming one of the foremost law enforcement agencies in eastern Kentucky.
Becoming a sworn police officer is much more than just a job. And
the benefits extend well beyond those of ordinary professions.
As a West Liberty Police Officer, you'll be in a position that offers
almost immeasurable rewards in the pursuit of service to the citizens of
West Liberty, Morgan County and the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
Also, don't forget that the West Liberty Police Department
also has a number of civilian positions for employment as well. For
more information on career opportunities as a civilian, click
here.
To become a police officer you must qualify with the
following requirements:
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A citizen of the United States.
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Of good moral character and in good health.
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Not less than twenty-one (21) years of age.
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Possess a valid drivers license against which no more
than six (6) driver demerit points have been assessed. You must
submit a copy of a valid drivers license at time of application.
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To proceed with downloading a police officer application,
click here.
All submitted applications must be typed or printed
legibly in ink and have a copy of the following attached:
| Copy of a certified Birth Certificate.
| Copy of a valid Drivers License.
| Official college or university transcripts (if applicable).
| Notarized letter from employer in law enforcement certifying length
of employment (if applicable).
| Copy of DD214 form if a veteran of the military -or- if currently
active, a notarized letter from commanding officer verifying length of
service (if applicable).
| High school diploma or GED certificate required if military or law
enforcement experience is used to satisfy requirements. |
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Here are the steps you will take to become a WLPD Police Officer:
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Obtain and complete WLPD Police Officer Application,
click to download. Submit all required documents with WLPD
Police Officer Application.
| Peace Officer Professional Standards , click
for more.
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Oral Board Interview.
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Polygraph examination.
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Background investigation.
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Conditional offer of employment.
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Medical / Psychological examination.
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Department of Criminal Justice Police Academy, click
for more.
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Applicants shall be disqualified
from further participation in the selection process or removed from the
register if it is determined that:
| An applicant does not meet any one (1) of the qualifications for
appointment as an officer.
| An applicant has made a false statement of material fact on the
application or in response to any questions or requests for
information during the selection process.
| An applicant has used or attempted to use political influence,
coercion or bribery to secure an advantage in any phase of the
selection process.
| An applicant has cheated during the course of any examination
required during the selection process, or has attempted to gain an
advantage over other applicants by any dishonest or intentionally
misleading act or omission.
| An applicant has failed to comply with any instructions from the
department relating to the selection process.
| An applicant has been dismissed for cause from any public agency, or
has resigned while charges of misconduct were pending.
| An applicant has been convicted of a felony or a crime of moral
turpitude.
| An applicant is a current user of a controlled substance, unless
prescribed by a physician.
| An applicant is addicted to any controlled substance or intoxicant.
| An applicant has more than six (6) driver demerit points against his
operator license.
| An applicant test positive for an unlawful controlled substance as
determined by a blood or urine analysis.
| An applicant has tattoos that can be seen when the applicant wears a
WLPD Police summer uniform shirt, which the WLPD will make available
for the applicant to try on when the applicant takes the written
examination. |
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To download a copy of the City of West Liberty Police
Application click here.
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