Police Officer

The Police Officer’s responsibilities are to prevent and suppress crime; protect life and property by effecting arrest, pursue fleeing suspects; perform rescue operations; prepare arrest and incident reports as necessary, and determine when there is reasonable cause to detain. The police officer must understand when deadly force may be used. Officer will operate a law enforcement vehicle both day and night and must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing with a variety of constituencies.

Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Responsibilities:

• Prevent and suppress crime
• Protect life and property through arrests
• Pursue fleeing suspects
• Perform rescue operations
• Prepare arrest and incident reports
• Determine reasonable cause to detain
• Operate law enforcement vehicle day and night
• Communicate effectively with diverse constituencies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Possess an Alabama Driver’s License
• Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training required (APOSTC)
• High school diploma/GED or equivalent;
  Associate’s Degree preferred
• Two years’ experience in law enforcement, public safety, security, or corrections
• Clean personal history with no disqualifying criminal convictions
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills
• Appropriate firearm licenses
• Annual qualification with firearm, baton, and defensive driving

Application Process:

Send a cover letter, résumé, Talladega College application, transcript, and at least three professional references to hr. Alternatively, mail to:
Human Resources, Talladega College, 627 W. Battle Street, Talladega, AL 35160, or fax to .

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