Police Officer (Non POST Certified)

Employment Process

Qualified applicants for employment with the Hoover Police Department must successfully complete the Physical Agilities/Abilities Test. The Physical Agilities/Abilities Test is available at this website. Qualified applicants will be required to attend the Physical Agilities test on Friday, August 21, 2026, at 8:00 a.m.

Written Examination

Applicants who pass the Physical Agilities Test will be scheduled to participate in a written examination the same day, scheduled for Friday, August 21, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. APOST Certification Qualified candidates must successfully complete APOST minimum standards, or attain APOST certification, within six months from date of employment with the City of Hoover Police Department.

Qualifications

• Age: 21 years of age as of August 13, 2026
• Valid Driver's License and City of Hoover Driver's Permit
• U.S. Citizen
• Pass Background Check
• High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Preserve public peace and prevent crimes
• Enforce all laws and ordinances
• Investigate crimes and accidents
• Make arrests
• Provide credible testimony in various courts
• Conduct traffic surveys to determine problem areas
• Assist in school and community functions
• Perform public relations activities
• Perform other cases as assigned