What steps are we taking to recruit persons of color to the Lexington Police Department?

We currently use a private vendor called Police Exam Solutions who has a diverse network of organizations with whom they advertise. Our Human Resource Director also distributes our notices to community groups, colleges and universities and other connections.

We have also been giving free summer youth academies to spark the interest of police services with local youth. This program is supplemented with our Explorer Program where local kids may want to explore police services in greater depth. The Explorers are similar to a Scouting program. Lastly, we have 6 paid Cadets with one or two positions specifically reserved to hire a youth with fluency in language skills.

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1. How is advancement handled within the Department?
2. What types of exams do officers need to pass as part of the hiring process?
3. Do officers have the opportunity to advance within the Department?
4. What is the procedure for investigating candidates' background and any prior complaints against them before hiring?
5. What steps are we taking to recruit persons of color to the Lexington Police Department?
6. What is the status of Lexington's current police promotion lists?