POLICE OFFICER (NON-CERTIFIED)
The City of Berea is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer (Non-Certified).
Job Goal
Perform general police work enforcing laws, ordinances, and department regulations, preventing crime, and protecting life and property. Perform criminal investigations. Provide the highest degree of professionalism.
Qualifications
- Applicants must be at least 20 years old, but must be 21 by the time they graduate from the basic academy
- High School Graduate or equivalent.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
- Must meet requirements as outlined in Peace Officer Professional Standards (POPS), including physical standards listed below, and become certified within one year after appointment in accordance with KRS Chapter 15; once certified, must maintain certification as a condition of continued employment.
POPS Physical Testing Standards
- Bench Press (73% of body weight – conversion)
- Sit up Test (18 in 1 minute time limit)
- 300 Meter Run (within 65 seconds)
- Push up Test (25 in 2-minute time limit)
- 1.5 Mile Run (within 16:15 time limit)
A scoring matrix is used to determine the points earned for each event. To meet the state standard, an overall minimum of 50 points must be achieved. Please click the link below for further information on test scoring.
https://justice.ky.gov/Boards-Commissions/KLEC/testing/Pages/physical-agility-prep.aspx
Blank applications are available online or may be pick up in-person at City Hall Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm, excluding holidays. Completed applications may be returned in-person, e-mailed to HR@bereaky.gov, or mailed to: City of Berea, ATTN: HR, 212 Chestnut Street, Berea KY 40403. E-mailed application must be sent as a PDF attachment. Resumes will not be accepted unless accompanied by an application. The City of Berea is an equal opportunity employer and Certified Drug-Free workplace.
Starting Pay: $49,896
DEADLINE: Friday, August 29, 2025 at 4:00PM EDT
SEASONAL MAINTENANCE (PARKS & REC)
The City of Berea is accepting applications for the position of SEASONAL MAINTENANCE in the Parks & Recreation department.
Job Goal
Assists with performing park grounds and facilities maintenance operational functions including but not limited to weed spraying, mowing, drainage work, parking lots, restroom facilities, ball fields, and park equipment maintenance and installation activities. Perform manually skilled work of routine and moderate difficulty during all weather conditions.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- No previous work experience is required.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
- Must be available to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to learn and acquire knowledge of parks and recreation principles and practices.
- Knowledge of general maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, tools, equipment, parks, and recreation activities.
- Ability to operate motorized equipment and use other tools manually.
- Able to lift items weighing more than 25 pounds.
Blank applications are available online or may be pick up in-person at City Hall Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm. Completed applications may be returned in-person, e-mailed to HR@bereaky.gov, or mailed to: City of Berea, ATTN: HR, 212 Chestnut Street, Berea KY 40403. E-mailed application must be sent as a PDF. Resumes will not be accepted unless accompanied by an application. The City of Berea is an equal opportunity employer and Certified Drug-Free workplace.
STARTING PAY: $15.00 per hour
DEADLINE: Friday, August 8, 2025 at 12:00PM EDT