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4/15/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

26-01741

Investigator II

Pay Grade

15

Salary

$59,491.40 Annually

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Dept of Criminal Justice Training

Location

Location Varies


Applicants must live in one of the following counties: Boyle, Clark, Fayette, Garrard, Jessamine, or Lincoln counties; or an adjacent county to the region (Bourbon, Casey, Estill, Madison, Marion, Mercer, Montgomery, Powell, Pulaski, Rockcastle, Scott, Washington, or Woodford counties.

Description

The Office of the State School Security Marshal (OSSSM) within the Department of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT) is responsible for enhancing school safety by monitoring school safety and security initiatives, developing reasonable training and other guidelines, and ensures compliance with the provisions of the School Safety and Resiliency Act (Senate Bill 1).


The Investigator II in the East Section will be responsible for traveling to several different counties within their region of responsibility, while living within their region and assisting in training of School Resource Officers throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The ideal candidate shall have proficient verbal and written communication skills, due to interacting with school Superintendents, Principals, students and elected governmental officials. As well through compiling state mandated risk assessments utilizing an assessment tool as mandated in the Kentucky Revised Statues.


Whoever is selected must live in Region 7. The OSSSM Region 7 consists of the following counties: Boyle, Clark, Fayette, Garrard, Jessamine, or Lincoln counties; or an adjacent county to the region (Bourbon, Casey, Estill, Madison, Marion, Mercer, Montgomery, Powell, Pulaski, Rockcastle, Scott, Washington, or Woodford counties. Their office will be based at their home, and DOCJT will provide a vehicle for travel to the school district in which they will be responsible. Occasional travel may be required to other locations within the Commonwealth to assist with training, risk assessments, and to attend to the department's needs.


Responsibilities and Duties:

• Conduct compliance audits of schools across the State of Kentucky, Work as liaison between schools and law enforcement resources. Answer questions regarding the risk assessment tool mandated by the School Safety and Resiliency Act. Utilize the School Safety Risk Assessment mandated by Senate Bill 1 of 2019 as a base tool to assess the compliance of schools.
• Conduct and assist in training sessions for School Resource Officers, district staff, school classes and outside groups.
• Organizes, coordinates, reviews and inspects documentation received from schools during assessment, and LE agencies that reference Emergency Operating Procedures for schools.
• Interviews witnesses and conducts sensitive complex investigations involving Peace Officer or client agency.
• Assist is the review of records and reports.
• Other duties as required.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Prior law enforcement experience is a prerequisite.
• 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, Apple products – iPad.

Additional / Supplemental Information:

• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• 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. The final job offer is contingent upon successfully completing a background investigation.


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 for additional information.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have four years experience in the field of investigative law enforcement or a related field of investigation.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience as a sworn law enforcement officer will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be 21 years of age. Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Employees in this classification are subject to the provisions of KRS Chapter 15 and 503 KAR 1:140 relating to peace officer certification as administered by the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council. For additional information please refer to: Kentucky Revised Statutes - Chapter 15 503 Chapter 1 Regulation 140 Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possess and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

May work irregular hours due to nature of investigative work. Will be required to travel in the course of investigations. May be exposed to dangerous situations and makes physical arrests. Works in all types of weather.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Shannon West at shannon.west@ky.gov or 859-622-6823.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

Job Tags

Full time, Live in, Work at office

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