Police Officer Trainee

County&City of Montgomery (AL) • Montgomery, AL

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About The Position

The fundamental reason this position exists is to provide protection and security for the citizens of Montgomery. Employees who are not Alabama Peace Officers Standards (APOST) certified are appointed provisionally as Police Officer Trainees. Upon graduation from the Police Academy, employees are appointed to Police Officer and serve a 12-month probation period before becoming permanent employees. Police officers serve as entry-level sworn personnel in one of the Montgomery Police Department (MPD) divisions. Incumbents provide protection through daily patrol, traffic, investigation, and communication efforts. Work also entails responding to emergency incidents, participating in narcotics undercover operations, and securing crime scenes. Incumbents document in writing events and procedures of an important nature and may present that information in a court of law. Police officers are typically supervised by Sergeants and must respond and report through the chain of command. Early Hires perform clerical and runner duties while also being required to maintain physical fitness prior to entering the Academy. An Early Hire does not perform any law enforcement duties nor do they engage in learning legal curriculum. Early Hires automatically transition to Police Officer Trainee status on the first day of their scheduled Police Academy.

Requirements

• Must be certified by a licensed physician to be in good health and physically fit.
• Must meet the Police Department's Physical Fitness standards.
• Must complete the Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission Physical Ability/Agility Test.
• Must be at least 19 years of age and certifiable by the Alabama Peace Officer's Standards and Training (APOST) Commission.
• Graduation from an approved high school or a G.E.D. certificate is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in law enforcement or related fields.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide protection and security for the citizens of Montgomery.
• Perform daily patrols and traffic enforcement.
• Respond to emergency incidents.
• Participate in narcotics undercover operations.
• Secure crime scenes.
• Document events and procedures in writing.
• Present information in a court of law.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid annual and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Retirement program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED