Police Officer Pool

Position: Police Officer Candidate Pool
Faulkner University is seeking qualified individuals to apply for the Police Officer Candidate Pool. A Police Officer will serve as entry-level personnel for the Faulkner University Police Department (FPD). Faulkner University is a Christian university affiliated with the churches of Christ.

These are full-time (40 hours per week) and part-time, 12-month positions.

Applications will be accepted continuously throughout the year.

Summary of Duties:

* Conduct foot patrols and provide a security presence for buildings/property owned and operated by the university

* Respond to calls for service from students, staff, faculty and visitors

* Conduct accident reports, accident investigations, traffic enforcement

* Secure buildings as required by operating procedure

* Enforce all University policies and procedures, state laws and local municipal ordinances

* Complete reports, documents and forms

Qualifications:

* High School diploma or GED certificate required

* Active Peace Officer Certification with the Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission (APOSTC) required

* Must pass drug and alcohol screening; be 21 years of age or older; possess a valid driver's license; and have no prior felony convictions or misdemeanors involving force or moral turpitude

* Must be able to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid

* Must be able to pass firearms, pepper spray and taser certification test as required by APOSTC

* Sworn Officers are required to obtain 12 hours of continuing law enforcement education annually

* May be required to work first, second, and third shift as well as weekends and holidays

* Active members of the churches of Christ will be given priority consideration

For initial application submit:

* Resume

Employment is conditional upon a satisfactory background check and verification of work authorization through E-Verify.

Non-discrimination statement:
Faulkner University is a church-affiliated liberal arts institution committed to employing a highly qualified and diverse administration, faculty and staff which reflects the University's religious traditions, values, affiliation, and purpose. Thus, the institution invites individuals affiliated with the churches of Christ to submit applications regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, marital status, or disability. Faulkner University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, marital status, or disability in connection with its educational policies, admissions, financial aid, employment, educational programs, or activities.

However, Faulkner University exercises a preference in employment for those qualified applicants who are members of the churches of Christ whose lifestyles are consistent with the mission of the University and with the beliefs and values of the churches of Christ. Please refer to our website for further information:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..edu

2/24/25