Police Officer - Patrol
Job in
Fairhope, Baldwin County, Alabama, 36533, USA
Listing for:
City of Fairhope (AL)
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-02
Job specializations:
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly
USD
60000.00
80000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: POLICE OFFICER - PATROL FULL-TIME
Under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor, the employee performs law enforcement activities on behalf of the City Police Department; performs patrol duties for assigned area; processes civil and criminal papers in accordance with established procedures; provides security for court proceedings; and for special events held throughout the City; and performs maintenance checks on equipment prior to each shift. The employee prepares, documents, and submits accurate reports.
The employee ensures equipment and uniforms are maintained and serviceable at all times. Employee provides traffic control and issues citations as needed. Employee must exercise quick, independent, and sound judgment and display initiative in applying work methods to emergency situations which arise when superior officers are not immediately available. Work requires dedication to public service often made difficult by emotional or physical stress of events.
Work is usually performed in accordance with well‑defined procedures and reviewed through conferences, written reports, inspections, and observation of results obtained. This is an entry‑level job in the law enforcement job classification. This job is considered safety‑sensitive and is subject to a pre‑employment background check and random drug screens.
Fairhope PD pays
Fairhope PD maintains a starting pay rate of $23.00-$25.50. Additional pay for an offer rate may be based on prior Law Enforcement experience, military experience, higher education, and current certifications held. Offer rates will be discussed with candidates who proceed to an interview with the Fairhope Police Department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following list was developed through a job analysis; however, it is not exhaustive and other duties may be required and assigned. A person with a disability which is covered by the ADA must be able to perform the essential functions of the job unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:
Patrol Operations and Service Calls
The employee patrols community and ensures all state and local laws are enforced within the community.
Reports to shift supervisor for assigned area and instructions.Patrols City businesses, schools, churches, private residences, and other special areas as directed by supervisor and conducts building searches of anything found open or disturbed.Makes notes during patrol of any situation that does not appear normal for the areas, time of day, weather conditions, volume of traffic, assemblage of persons, etc.Varies patrol route to prevent establishing a predictable pattern.Responds to and investigates any complaint received; prepares a written report for each investigation.Initiates investigation of complaints; informs supervisor and investigator of known facts, suspects, and situation.Provides backup support for other law enforcement officers, including those from other agencies as required.Issues Uniform Traffic Citations (UTCs) and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.Operates a variety of measuring devices to apprehend speeders.Responds to traffic accidents and conducts investigations for accidents on public and private property; interviews victims and witnesses.Establishes traffic control and police protection at incidents which may cause or attract crowds.Performs crowd and traffic control at parades, funeral processions, and sporting events.Reports defective streetlights, signs, road surfaces, or other facilities which service the public.Assists in conducting traffic surveys to determine problem areas.Assists in removing disabled vehicles and obstructions from roadways.Assists stranded motorists; keeps traffic moving smoothly and safely; watches for traffic violations; directs traffic as required; assists with or provides escorts for funeral processions; performs emergency relays such as blood transports as required.Assists in medical emergencies as needed by rendering first aid or assisting medical personnel.Operates two‑way radio in accordance with approved procedures; maintains radio contact with dispatcher; provides point‑to‑point communication with multi‑agency responses requiring…
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