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About the role

The employee is responsible for delivery of traditional police patrol services. Answers calls for police service, provides preventative patrol, observes for violations of laws and ordinances, performs preliminary investigations of crimes, and serves as protector of life and property.

Responsible for responding to calls relayed by dispatcher including domestic disputes, assaults, burglaries, traffic accidents, and others. Responsible for patrolling an assigned area of the city by motor vehicle. Conducts field interviews and follow-up investigations which include protecting crime scenes. Gathers evidence and information and notifies appropriate personnel. Testifies, researches, and presents evidence in court proceedings; completes reports; apprehends, arrests, and processes offenders. May be assigned special duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Alabama Driver’s License
• Ability to work overtime and non-standard hours, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to re-certify in firearms on a biannual basis
• May be required to become Breath Testing Certified, ACJIS Certified, Doppler Radar Certified, and CPR Certified
• Willing to submit to extensive pre-employment tests to include physicals, drug screens, and criminal background checks

It is strongly desired that the applicant be Alabama Peace Officer’s Standards and Training Commission (APOST) Certified. Any applicant not APOST certified must successfully complete the required aptitude test.

Proficiency in computer terminology and operation is preferred, including Office 2000, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Pay

Annual entry salary range is based on experience and certifications.