Police Officer

City of Trussville•Trussville, AL

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Police Officers maintain law and order and protect life and property by responding to emergencies and proactively patrolling the City of Trussville to deter and enforce criminal and traffic laws. The work may involve dangerous situations and requires sound judgment when acting without direct supervision, while complying with departmental, state, and federal policies and laws. Officers need substantial knowledge of law enforcement methods and state and local codes. The role includes patrolling an assigned area on foot or in a vehicle, engaging with the public, documenting crimes and incidents, enforcing laws, responding to calls, and providing assistance during emergencies. Officers may also testify in court, assist with traffic and crowd control, conduct security checks, provide emergency medical assistance, maintain issued equipment, and attend training to keep their skills current.

Requirements

Have no felony convictions.
Have no convictions in any court for a crime punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year.
Not be subject to a court order restraining the person from harassing, stalking, or threatening an intimate partner or the child of such intimate partner.
Not be prohibited by state or federal law from owning, possessing, or carrying a firearm.
Not be required to register as a convicted sex offender.
Have an honorable discharge if previously served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Be a citizen of the United States.
Be at least 19 years of age.
Have a driver's license.
Be in good health and physically fit to perform the duties of a law enforcement officer.
Meet one of the following qualification options: Option A—previously APOSTC certified and required to complete Refresher training for reinstatement of certification; Option B—hold an earned associate's degree from a SACS-accredited college or university, or regional equivalent; or Option C—hold a high school diploma or GED and pass the ACT WorkKeys Assessment for Law Enforcement Officers.

Responsibilities

Patrol an assigned area or beat on foot or in an assigned vehicle.
Interact with the public to support communication between the department and citizens.
Complete accurate and timely reports documenting crimes, incidents, and traffic accidents.
Enforce criminal and traffic laws.
Direct traffic.
Give directions, answer questions, and assist stranded motorists.
Testify in local, state, and federal court.
Respond to calls for service as directed by dispatch or supervisors.
Notify supervisors or appropriate agencies of hazardous conditions and situations.
Help control crowds at crime scenes or large special events.
Maintain a visible community presence to deter crime and support good community relations.
Perform residential and business security checks.
Provide emergency medical assistance to citizens when needed.
Maintain issued equipment and report problems with issued items to supervisors.
Attend training events and review professional publications and materials to stay current and develop skills.