Kentucky State Police Post 9 Honors Heroes Behind the Headset During National Telecommunicator Week
Post dispatch centers invite the community to participate in online door-decorating contest
PIKEVILLE, Ky. (April 14, 2025) — Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 9 telecommunicators will be recognized alongside more than 200,000 emergency communication professionals in the country during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, observed this year from April 13-19.
“Telecommunicators truly are the behind-the-scenes heroes of our community,” said Captain Surber, Commander of KSP Post 9. “They’re the first to respond in a crisis, offering a lifeline to those in distress. Their unwavering commitment and expertise are essential to everything we do, and we appreciate their service.”
The agency is hosting a door-decorating contest for radio rooms at each post from April 14-18. Participating posts will submit photos of their decorated doors, which will be shared on KSP’s Facebook page. The public can show their support by liking their favorite designs. The winner will be announced on April 18 and the radio room receiving the most likes will win a prize.
Across Kentucky, KSP employs approximately 217 telecommunicators at 16 posts. Last year alone, they answered over 1.2 million calls, leading to more than 406,000 requests for assistance. Post 9 Pikeville, KY employs 18 telecommunicators who answered 155,038 calls for service, which covers Pike, Floyd, Martin, Magoffin, and Johnson counties.
The Kentucky State Police Foundation is honoring the dedication of KSP’s telecommunicators by providing funding that each post can use to show appreciation through meals, treats or small gifts. This initiative ensures that every post has the opportunity to recognize the vital role their radio room staff play in public safety. To learn more about the foundation, click here.
Those interested in joining KSP as a telecommunicator should visit the Kentucky State Personnel Website for more information and current job openings.
The Kentucky State Police is committed to recruiting the best individuals for public service and provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, or age.
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