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City of Paducah

Police Officer

Paducah, KY · On-site

$31.32/hr

Maintains visibility to establish police presence. * Settles or calms interpersonal disputes ... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ...

City of Elk River

Police Officer

Elk River, MN · On-site

$43.13/hr

SWAT • K-9 • Bike Team • Honor Guard • Detective Unit • Drug Task Force • Drone Unit ... Police Sergeant Pay Grade: Union LELS 231 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Last Updated: 4/2017 Positions ...

City of Paducah, KY

Police Officer

Paducah, KY · On-site

$65K/yr

Maintains visibility to establish police presence. * Settles or calms interpersonal disputes ... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ...

City of Paducah

Police Officer

Paducah, KY · On-site

$31.32/hr

Maintains visibility to establish police presence. * Settles or calms interpersonal disputes ... Drone Unit Base Salary Description (Includes State Incentive Pay) $31.32 hourly, $65,145.60 ...

City of Concord

Police Officer Trainee

Concord, CA · On-site

$31.91/hr

Police Officer Trainee If you are interested in a career in law enforcement, there is an ... and Drone Operator. Master Officer Program - 10% at 15 years sworn service with 3 completed ...

City of Concord, CA

Police Officer - Lateral

Concord, CA · On-site

$125K - $151K/yr

... Drone Operator * Master Officer Program - 10% at 15 years sworn service with 3 completed ... Police Service Standards - To be a candidate for a position in this class, the applicant must ...

Aurora Il

(Lateral) Police Officer

Aurora, IL · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Traffic Unit * Part-Time Special Response Team including Crisis Negotiators and Drone Team * Honor ... Aurora Police Dept., visit: Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all ...

City of Owatonna

Police Officer

Owatonna, MN · On-site

$39.12 - $52.66/hr

The Police Department creates a better tomorrow by providing law enforcement services that ... Drone Evidence Technician First Aid/ CPR Instructor Honor Guard Qualifications ABOUT YOU: A ...

City of Tigard

Entry Level Police Officer

Portland, OR

$86K - $107K/yr

... Drone Operator, Police Motorcycle, Detective, School Resource Officer, Crisis Negotiations, TNT (Tactical Negotiations Team), Commercial Crimes Unit, Drug Investigations and more. Minimum ...

City of Gresham

Lateral Police Officer

Gresham, OR · On-site

$84K - $108K/yr

Police officers are assigned to one of three shifts (day, swing, or night), according to a ... SWAT Crisis Negotiation K-9 sUAS Pilots and DFR (drone as first responder) Explosive Detection Unit ...

City of Tigard, OR

Entry Level Police Officer

Tigard, OR · On-site

$86K - $107K/yr

... Drone Operator, Police Motorcycle, Detective, School Resource Officer, Crisis Negotiations, TNT (Tactical Negotiations Team), Commercial Crimes Unit, Drug Investigations and more. Minimum ...

City of Gresham, OR

Lateral Police Officer

Gresham, OR · On-site

$84K - $108K/yr

Police Opening Date: 07/01/2026 Closing Date: Continuous Overview Do you want to make a lasting ... K-9 * sUAS Pilots and DFR (drone as first responder) * Explosive Detection Unit (EDU) * Rapid ...

City of Concord

Police Officer - Lateral

Concord, CA · On-site

$125K - $151K/yr

... and Drone Operator Master Officer Program - 10% at 15 years sworn service with 3 completed ... Police Service Standards- To be a candidate for a position in this class, the applicant must ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for police drone in the United States is $23.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do you become a police drone operator?

To become a police drone operator, individuals typically need a background in law enforcement or aviation, and must complete specialized training in drone operation and safety protocols. Certification from relevant authorities, such as the FAA in the United States, is often required, along with skills in remote piloting and understanding of surveillance regulations.
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Police Officer

Paducah, KY • On-site

City of Paducah
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$31.32/hr

Full-time, Other

Medical, PTO

Re-posted 17 hours 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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