KY Dept of Criminal Justice Training

05/26/2026

Welcome to Campus, Class 573!

The Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training is excited to have our newest recruits settling in after their arrival last week!

Class 573, you've already begun an important journey toward serving and protecting communities across the commonwealth. As you continue your first weeks of training, you'll build the skills, knowledge and integrity that define Kentucky's finest law enforcement professionals. Our experienced instructors and staff are here to guide you through every challenge ahead.

To the families and friends supporting Class 573, thank you for YOUR commitment to public service as well.

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05/25/2026

Today, we stand in solemn remembrance of the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation.

As we honor their sacrifice, we wish everyone a safe and happy Memorial Day. May it be a time of reflection and a time spent with those you love.

05/22/2026

Earlier this week, we gathered in remembrance at the Kentucky Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to others.

Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Please take a moment to view photos from the ceremony below.

05/21/2026

The Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training is hiring for one (1) housekeeper position within the Custodial Services Section. Search for requisition number 26-02439 at http://bit.ly/3Zep6xl .

Apply by 05/27/26 at 8 p.m.

Located in Richmond, DOCJT is Kentucky’s state-of-the-art facility providing basic and advanced training for law enforcement officers and telecommunicators across the commonwealth. Join the team today and help us provide skills that keep Kentucky safe.

05/21/2026

Thank you to WKYT for covering this year’s Kentucky Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony.

Each year, the ceremony serves as an opportunity to honor Kentucky’s fallen officers, remember their sacrifice, and support the families, friends and agencies who continue to carry their legacy forward.

We appreciate our media partners helping share the importance of remembering those who gave their lives in service to others.

Honored officers died in the line of duty between 1901 and 1965. More ⬇️

05/20/2026

05/19/2026

The Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training is hiring for one (1) law enforcement training instructor III within the Investigations Section. Search for requisition number 26-02376 at http://bit.ly/3Zep6xl .

Apply by 05/24/26 at 8 p.m.

Located in Richmond, DOCJT is Kentucky’s state-of-the-art facility providing basic and advanced training for law enforcement officers and telecommunicators across the commonwealth. Join the team today and help us provide skills that keep Kentucky safe.

05/18/2026

We were happy to welcome Kentucky State Police cadets to DOCJT for their fitness testing!

Strong public safety is built through collaboration, shared knowledge and a commitment to serving Kentucky’s communities together. We appreciate our continued partnership and support of agencies across the commonwealth as we work to build the badge every day.