Police Officer (77th Academy Session)

City of Huntsville • Huntsville, AL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This is law enforcement work in the protection of life and property through patrol, investigation of a specialized nature, assistance to citizens, arrest and detention, and related activities. Work involves prevention of crime, the enforcement of laws and ordinances, investigations of a specialized nature, crime scene investigations, apprehension of criminals, internal investigations, special assignments, patrolling of assigned areas, enforcement of traffic regulations, accident and crime scene investigations. Work involves an element of personal danger and investigator/officers must be able to act without direct supervision and must be able to exercise independent judgment in meeting complex emergency situations. Work is performed with independence within established policies and procedures, and is reviewed by superiors through observation of the effectiveness of work performed and results through reports, observations, and discussions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Pass the Basic Ability Test (BAT), unless previously APOSTC certified or possess an Associate's Degree or higher
• Possess and maintain a valid U.S. Driver's License
• Minimum of 20 years of age (must turn 21 prior to Police Academy graduation)
• United States citizenship
• No conviction of a felony, or a misdemeanor involving force or violence, force related to domestic violence, or a crime of moral turpitude, perjury, or false statement
• Honorable discharge from the armed forces (if applicable)
• Meet specific requirements as stipulated by the Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission (APOSTC)
• Pass Huntsville Police Academy curriculum

Nice To Haves

• Previously APOSTC certified
• Possess an earned Associate's Degree or higher Degree from a College or University accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), or its regional equivalent

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas
• Investigate crimes and enforce laws and ordinances
• Respond to citizen assistance calls
• Arrest and detain individuals
• Conduct crime scene investigations
• Apprehend criminals
• Conduct internal investigations
• Perform special assignments
• Enforce traffic regulations
• Investigate accidents

Benefits

• Full-time starting annual salary of $59,779.20
• One (1) step progression above the established minimum rate upon successful completion of APOSTC requirements and FTO program
• Additional incentives may be available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED