Salary for Recruits/Lateral
While in Training:

$30,409.60

Salary for Laterals After Training:

1 year of experience - $38,084.80 plus state incentive** plus uniform and equipment allowance***

2 - 3 years - $44,449.60 plus $3,100 state incentive** plus uniform and equipment allowances***

4 years and over - $45,323.20 plus $3,100 state incentive** plus uniform and equipment allowances***

Pension/Retirement:

Employees are eligible for retirement after 25 years of sworn service.

Salary for Officers After Training:

$34,444.80

Life Insurance:

Employee and dependent life insurance for spouse and children are available. Plans vary as to cost.

Salary Progression:

The Fraternal Order of Police, through its collective bargaining agreement with the Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government, negotiates salary progression.

Paid Leave (per year):

• Vacation days
• Holidays
• Personal leave days
• Sick days
• Employee members of the National Guard and Reserve Units are eligible for two weeks pay for required annual military leave.

Pre-tax Premiums:

Premium conversion allows employees to pay for benefits with pre-tax dollars therefore reducing taxes and increasing the amount of take home pay. Eligible benefits include:

• Health Insurance
• Dental, Cancer or Intensive Care Insurance
• Dependent Care
• Medical Reimbursement
• Transportation Reimbursement
• Vision Care

Workers'
Compensation:

Medical bills are paid and disability payments are made in accordance with the Commonwealth of Kentucky Workers' Compensation Laws.

Health Care Benefits:

Several health care plans are available for employees and family members. Plan availability & cost sharing subject to annual change.

Deferred
Compensation:

This plan allows the employee to contribute pre-tax dollars up to an additional retirement plan.

Department
Vehicle:

Available at the discretion of the Chief.

Tuition
Reimbursement:

This is available for tuition, class fees and books.