DOCJT is now offering higher starting salaries for Law Enforcement Training positions!
Looking for the next step in your law enforcement career? As a Law Enforcement Instructor, you’ll be able to
utilize your passion and knowledge for law enforcement, to provide quality criminal justice training, through
both in-person and virtual training methods, that will enhance the ability of the state's law enforcement
personnel. Which will reduce crime and its cost to society and create a safe, secure environment for Kentucky.
The Department of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT) has an opening for a Law Enforcement Training Instructor
III in the Louisville Field Section. This position's primary designated workstation will be in, Louisville and
will work in conjunction with the main campus located in Richmond, Kentucky. The instructor will teach from
established lesson plans and develop, implement, and evaluate training courses that meet the standards and
requirements of DOCJT and the Kentucky Law Enforcement Counsel (KLEC).This is delivered through classroom
instruction in general and specialty law enforcement topics for In-Service, including, courses pertinent to
current investigational methods, as well as contributing to professional development in current law
enforcement personnel, and agencies around the Commonwealth. Courses include Basic Interviewing, Advanced
Interviewing and Interrogation, Contemporary Issues in Policing and Terrorism, Tactics and Techniques,
Internal Affairs, and Human Trafficking.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructs, evaluates, coordinates and recommends law enforcement topics, and scenario based training to
agency leaders reflecting the needs of the law enforcement agencies served.
- Conducts research, manages and develops training curriculum, updates established lesson plans, develops
new lesson plans, and instructional class material for law enforcement or law enforcement related topics.
- Coordinates training classes, class preparation and completes required training course administrative
paperwork.
- Coordinates on the job training and mentoring for new instructional staff.
- Serves on agency committees.
Advises and counsels trainees and assists in the development of training needs.
- Attends internal and external training courses.
- Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Sworn law enforcement experience.
- Significant experience in public speaking and presentation skills.
- Experience in adult learning principles.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Organizational skills and ability to work independently.
- Knowledge of the use of computer technology, e.g., Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint,
Blackboard, etc.
- Broad knowledge of law enforcement topics.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
Additional and Supplemental Information:
Maintain a valid driver’s license.
- Lift heavy objects or work in uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time.
- May be required to carry and, or, use a firearm.
- Frequently communicate in person or by other means of technology.
- Spend a major portion of time using a computer.
- Travel required (state vehicle provided).
DOCJT offers great EMPLOYEE benefits package, including:
Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays
- Overtime and compensatory time
- First day coverage health insurance with optional health reimbursement account
- State-paid life insurance with options for additional self and family coverage.
- Retirement (If not previously retired from KPPA)
- Wellness incentives program
- Training and career development opportunities
- Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
A background check is required. Final job offer is contingent upon successful completion of background
investigation. In compliance with Commission of Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agency, a standard 5.2.8
physical exam will be required after initial offer of employment.
Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to
other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis.
If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact.
Applicants must meet all federal and state laws applicable to the carrying, use, and possession of firearms
and ammunition at the time of appointment.
