CORE VALUES

HONOR | COURAGE | COMMITMENT 

OVERVIEW

The Kentucky State Police (KSP) is a full-service law enforcement agency committed to serving and protecting the citizens of the Commonwealth with honor, courage, and commitment. As a Kentucky State Trooper, you will perform a broad range of law enforcement duties across both urban and rural Kentucky. Troopers patrol highways to enhance traffic safety, while also conducting complex investigations, responding to emergencies, and maintaining public order. This career demands integrity, professionalism, and a dedication to upholding the laws and values of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Mandatory attendance and graduation from the Kentucky State Police Academy is required prior to your appointment as a Trooper.

The Kentucky State Police Academy is an intense, 24-week paramilitary environment designed to teach our Cadets the job skills necessary to perform the duties of a Trooper. Those selected to attend our Academy will receive more than 1,000 hours of training covering all aspects of law enforcement, including Firearms, Defensive Tactics, Criminal Investigations, Emergency Driving, Strategies and Tactics of Patrol Stops (STOPS), Counter-Ambush, and more.

Cadets are paid and receive benefits during the Academy. All equipment and agency clothing are issued. Meals and living arrangements while assigned to the Academy are provided by KSP. Minimal expense to the Cadet is required prior to beginning your career.

Many job opportunities await you after graduation. The career of a Kentucky State Trooper can be as exciting and as fulfilling as you wish to make it. Being able to wear the uniform and the campaign hat represent something special. Being a Kentucky State Trooper means being held to a higher standard. It represents something greater than yourself. It’s a family. It’s a way of life. We welcome you into our agency and wish you well throughout your career. However, regardless of the path your career takes, it all starts at the Kentucky State Police Academy.

VISION STATEMENT 

The Kentucky State Police strives to maintain the highest standards of excellence utilizing training, experience, and technology to advance public safety for citizens and remain a premier leader in law enforcement.

GOALS

GOAL 1: OPERATIONS
Deliver results oriented education, enforcement, investigations, and partnerships to the individuals of the Commonwealth through state-wide public safety services.

GOAL 2: RECRUITMENT
Attract qualified, diverse, and motivated applicants for all KSP job openings.

GOAL 3: ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNING
Research, develop, and improve agency business processes.

GOAL 4: HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT AND RETENTION
Cultivate, motivate, and retain a highly skilled workforce.

GOAL 5: REORGANIZATION AND FUTURE GROWTH
Develop the organizational structure and resources to support future growth of public safety services.

GOAL 6: TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Enhance services through effective resource management and improved operations.