Police Officer

The Florence Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer, whether you're a new recruit or you're already a certified peace officer.

Starting pay is $34.42 per hour, which is equivalent to an approximate annual salary of $71,590. Upon successful completion of the police academy, an additional $4,562 per year will be added to the employee’s salary in accordance with KLEFPF eligibility.

Please contact Captain Michael Geis at 859‑647‑5420 or mike.geis@florence‑ky.gov if you have any questions.

To potentially qualify for lateral pay as a lateral police officer, you must have a minimum of two years of full‑time employment with a state, county, or municipal police, sheriff’s department, or similar agency, such as an airport, university, etc.

The City of Florence is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.