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City of Paducah

Police Officer

Paducah, KY

$31.32/hr

Maintains visibility to establish police presence. * Settles or calms interpersonal disputes ... Digital Forensics - Crisis Negotiation - Honor Guard - Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes ...

City of Paducah, KY

Police Officer

Paducah, KY · On-site

$65K/yr

Maintains visibility to establish police presence. * Settles or calms interpersonal disputes ... Digital Forensics - Crisis Negotiation - Honor Guard - Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes ...

City of Paducah

Lateral Police Officer

Paducah, KY · On-site

$69K/yr

Police Officer Under general supervision, patrols the city and responds to emergency and non ... Digital Forensics * Crisis Negotiation * Honor Guard * Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes ...

City of Paducah

Lateral Police Officer

Paducah, KY · On-site

$31.32/hr

... police presence. · Settles or calms interpersonal disputes. · Respond to a variety of emergency ... Digital Forensics - Crisis Negotiation - Honor Guard - Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes ...

City of Paducah

Lateral Police Officer

Paducah, KY

$31.32/hr

Maintains visibility to establish police presence. Settles or calms interpersonal disputes. Respond ... Digital Forensics - Crisis Negotiation - Honor Guard - Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes ...

City of Paducah, KY

Lateral Police Officer

Paducah, KY · On-site

$65K/yr

... police presence. • Settles or calms interpersonal disputes. • Respond to a variety of emergency ... Digital Forensics - Crisis Negotiation - Honor Guard - Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes ...

City of Salina, KS

Police Officer

Salina, KS · On-site

... Uses forensic tools & methods to support the investigation of crime scenes beyond basic ... Applies digital analysis skills for investigating technology-related crimes. • Utilizes ...

City of Hobbs

POLICE DETECTIVE

Hobbs, NM

$38.52 - $51.62/hr

Knowledge and experience in working with computer forensics, ballistic comparisons, shooting ... TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED Personal computer, digital camera, digital video recorders, police vehicle ...

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How much do digital forensics police jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for digital forensics police in the United States is $25.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $31.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Digital Forensics Police officer do?

A Digital Forensics Police officer investigates cybercrimes by analyzing digital evidence from computers, mobile devices, and networks. They recover deleted files, trace cyber-attacks, and support criminal investigations involving fraud, hacking, or other digital offenses. Their work helps law enforcement gather crucial evidence for prosecutions. These officers collaborate with cybersecurity experts and legal teams to ensure the integrity of digital evidence.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Digital Forensics Police position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Digital Forensics Police, you need a solid background in computer science or cybersecurity, expertise in criminal investigations, and often a relevant degree or law enforcement training. Familiarity with forensic analysis tools such as EnCase, FTK, or X-Ways and certifications like CFCE or GCFA are highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills are essential soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure accurate evidence handling, reliable investigations, and seamless collaboration within multidisciplinary law enforcement teams.

What types of cases do Digital Forensics Police typically work on, and what does a typical workday involve?

Digital Forensics Police often handle cases involving cybercrimes, data breaches, fraud, child exploitation, and digital evidence related to various criminal investigations. A typical day might include collecting and preserving electronic evidence, analyzing computer systems or mobile devices, writing detailed technical reports, and testifying in court proceedings. Collaboration is common with detectives, legal teams, and outside agencies, making teamwork and clear communication essential. Due to the sensitive nature of digital evidence, tasks often require meticulous attention to protocol and may involve both fieldwork and laboratory analysis.

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Infographic showing various Digital Forensics Police job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, and 11% Part Time. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,229 per year, or $25.6 per hour.

Police Officer

City of Paducah

Paducah, KY

$31.32/hr

Other

Medical, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Description

Under general supervision, patrols the city and responds to emergency and non-emergency situations to protect lives and property (e.g., investigate crimes, apprehend criminals, resolve conflicts, regulate traffic, prevent crime, assist and educate the public).


Illustrative Duties:

  • Patrols the city and protects lives and property.
  • Enforces laws and prevents crimes.
  • Monitors traffic conditions and flow, operates radar, and issues citations.
  • Responds to accidents and monitors school zones.
  • Maintains visibility to establish police presence.
  • Settles or calms interpersonal disputes.
  • Respond to a variety of emergency and non-emergency situations, accidents, confrontations, injuries, and complaints.
  • Secures and processes crime scenes and interviews complainants, witnesses, suspects, and victims.
  • Obtains witness reports, collects evidence, and prepares files and reports.
  • Apprehends,      arrests, and processes criminal violators.
  • Serves warrants, appears, and testifies in courts of law.
  • Transports prisoners.
  • Performs various Community-Oriented Policing functions, including attending community meetings and giving public safety demonstrations.
  • Operates a police vehicle and radio.
  • Works closely with other law enforcement officers regarding suspects, witnesses, victims, and related criminal investigations.
  • Records daily activities in logs and prepares reports on activities and investigations.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Benefits:

  • 8 and 10-hour shifts with shift differential pay - $0.50/hr. for afternoon shifts and $1.00/hour for night shift
  • Paid vacation and holiday time 
  • Clothing allowance
  • Comprehensive health and wellness package
  • Opportunity for a take-home vehicle
  • Special team opportunities - See the list below: 

- Bomb Squad

- K9 Handler

- SWAT Team

- Collision Reconstruction

- Digital Forensics

- Crisis Negotiation

- Honor Guard

- Drone Unit
 

Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay)

$31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 annually (plus incentives of $4,653.00 for a new officer annually $69,798.60).

Requirements

Qualifications:

Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age; or must turn 21 before graduating from the DOCJT Basic Training Course (i.e., 20-week academy). Must possess a valid operator's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle; must successfully undergo a fingerprint check through the Kentucky State Police and the Federal Bureau of Investigation; must be able to identify the colors red, green and yellow; must have standard visual acuity - not less than 20/40 in one eye and 20/100 in the other eye without correction, not less than 20/20 in one eye and 20/40 in the other eye with correction; if served in the military, must possess a conditional or an honorable discharge; must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language; must be a person of good moral character, good reputation in the community in which he/she lives, law-abiding and loyal to the United States government.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of department policies and procedures and federal, state, and local laws relating to law enforcement. Knowledge of safety practices and procedures, public relations, interview techniques, and patrol procedures. Knowledge of traffic control procedures and crisis intervention techniques. Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form. Ability to recognize unusual, emergency, or threatening situations and take appropriate action. Ability to demonstrate endurance (mental and physical). Ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner. The ability to use firearms and specialized police equipment. Knowledge of arrest process and procedures.
 

Must maintain the physical ability to successfully pass the Essential Job Function test for the position.

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