Police Officer
Paducah, KY · On-site
$69K/yr
... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ... Must possess a valid operator's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle; must successfully ...
Paducah, KY · On-site
$69K/yr
... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ... Must possess a valid operator's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle; must successfully ...
Paducah, KY · On-site
$69K/yr
... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ... Must possess a valid operator's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle; must successfully ...
Paducah, KY · On-site
$31.32/hr
... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ... Must possess a valid operator's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle; must successfully ...
Paducah, KY · On-site
$31.32/hr
... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ... Must possess a valid operator's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle; must successfully ...
Paducah, KY · On-site
$31.32/hr
... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ... Must possess a valid operator's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle; must successfully ...
Paducah, KY · On-site
$31.32/hr
... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ... Must possess a valid operator's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle; must successfully ...
Paducah, KY · On-site
$69K/yr
... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ... Must possess a valid operator's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle; must successfully ...
Paducah, KY · On-site
$69K/yr
... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ... Must possess a valid operator's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle; must successfully ...
Paducah, KY · On-site
$65K/yr
... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ... Must possess a valid operator's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle; must successfully ...
Paducah, KY · On-site
$65K/yr
... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ... Must possess a valid operator's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle; must successfully ...
Paducah, KY · On-site
$65K/yr
... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ... Must possess a valid operator's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle; must successfully ...
Paducah, KY · On-site
$65K/yr
... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ... Must possess a valid operator's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle; must successfully ...
Paducah, KY · On-site
$31.32/hr
... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ... Must possess a valid operator's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle; must successfully ...
Paducah, KY · On-site
$31.32/hr
... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ... Must possess a valid operator's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle; must successfully ...
$31.32/hr
... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ... Must possess a valid operator's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle; must successfully ...
$31.32/hr
... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ... Must possess a valid operator's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle; must successfully ...
$9.19 - $11.27
1% of jobs
$11.27 - $13.36
3% of jobs
$13.36 - $15.45
18% of jobs
$15.69 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$15.45 - $17.54
25% of jobs
The median wage is $17.68 / hr.
$17.54 - $19.63
39% of jobs
$19.63 - $21.71
3% of jobs
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3% of jobs
$25.89 - $27.98
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1% of jobs
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| Aspect | Drone Operator | Drone Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | FAA Part 107 certification | FAA Part 107 certification |
| Work Environment | Indoor/outdoor, various industries | Outdoor, primarily flight operations |
| Employer & Industry | Media, agriculture, construction, inspection | Filmmaking, surveying, inspection |
| Common Search Intent | Operational roles, job descriptions | Flying, piloting, flight skills |
While both Drone Operators and Drone Pilots require FAA Part 107 certification and often work in similar environments, Drone Operators typically focus on managing drone operations, data collection, and payload handling. Drone Pilots primarily focus on flying the drone, ensuring safe and precise flight. The roles often overlap, but Drone Operators may handle more of the operational planning and data processing, whereas Drone Pilots concentrate on the actual flight execution.
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Paducah, KY • On-site
$69K/yr
Full-time, Other
Medical, PTO
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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).
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.