Police Officer

General Position Summary

This is an entry level sworn police officer trainee position. The primary responsibility for this position is to complete an APOSTC certified police training academy course and successfully complete all mandated field training and other department required training. This is a safety‑sensitive position and is subject to random drug testing. A positive drug test result may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including termination.

Positions within this class have been designated as essential staff, requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the City’s operational status.

• Will serve in a training capacity as a student at an APOSTC accredited police academy.
• Upon graduation from the academy, will serve as a police officer training under the direction of a designated field training officer or a police supervisor.
• Reports for duty at the specified time and place wearing the required uniform, and all equipment necessary to sustain themselves until the completion of the tour of duty.
• Maintains equipment and uniforms in a neat and orderly fashion and make certain they are properly groomed in compliance with Department policy.
• Records necessary and pertinent information disseminated at roll call; inspects, maintains and operates assigned police vehicle in compliance with Department policy, routine patrol, preliminary investigations and traffic regulation duties which may be performed in vehicles, motorcycles or on foot.
• Inspects assigned patrol area for unusual or hazardous conditions and takes appropriate action when such conditions are found.
• Conducts frequent business and residence checks within assigned area.
• Investigates all suspicious persons and circumstances encountered while on duty.
  
  Prepares and submits factual written reports pertaining to assignments and any investigations necessary.
• Conducts preventive patrol during unassigned time.
• Processes and transports prisoners.
• Pursues, apprehends and questions persons who violate laws and ordinances.
• Maintains substantive knowledge of pertinent City, State and Federal laws and ordinances and adheres to all Department policies and procedures.
• Collects and preserves evidence at crime scenes.
• Presents testimony in courts of law.
• Assists other officers with investigations or back‑up as may be required.
• Must be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to department needs and/or City‑wide emergencies.

• Work is performed in an office, on the street and in a vehicle.
• Strong background record required, due to interaction with public and children, accessibility to city property and evidence room, protection of property for residents and businesses (which may include securing and handling valuables, cash and other inventory).
• Must maintain a current Alabama driver’s license, and a strong driving record for city insurance purposes; record may be periodically checked by the City.
• Must obtain APOST certification and remain in good standing.
• Must maintain physical conditioning to meet physical requirements of Police work; must participate in Physical Agility evaluations, and physical evaluation upon absence from duty for a condition that could affect performance.
• Willingness to travel for weeks at a time for schools/training or other department related functions.
• Must be flexible to serve other roles in the department, to best meet the needs of the department and the public.
• Must be able to work nonstandard hours and be available for work on weekends and holidays. Must be able to work overtime with little or no notice.
• May be required to be on‑call during off‑duty hours.
• Must be willing to rotate to a different assignment if required.
• Must work, under direction, at the scene of emergency incidents that could include various hazards from fumes, chemicals, toxic substances, obstacles, and adverse weather conditions.
• Must be willing to continue education in order to meet changing job demands and certification and training requirements set by the department.
• Maintain passing grades on all tests and examinations administered by the Madison Police and any assigned…