Police Officer

Hartselle, AL
Hartselle Police Department

Salary: $22.35/HOUR

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for protecting the citizens and property of the State of Alabama and the City of Hartselle.

Essential Functions:

  • Enforces ordinances of the City of Hartselle and applicable state and federal laws, by issuing citations or apprehending and arresting violators. Patrols in a manner that promotes positive community relations. Patrols to prevent and discover commission of crime.
  • Investigates automobile accidents within the city limits of Hartselle, serves warrants and subpoenas, responds to calls involving misdemeanor and felony crimes, a variety of domestic disturbances and assists other emergency service personnel when requested.
  • Provides escorts as necessary to insure the safety of the public, directs traffic at school crossings, accidents scenes, and fire scenes.
  • Conducts building checks during all hours of the day.
  • Conducts preliminary investigation of misdemeanor cases; secures evidence at crime scene.
  • Prepares incident and accident reports, Uniform Traffic Citations, uniform Non-Traffic Citations, Missing Person Reports, Field Interview Reports, case reports for the District Attorney’s Office.
  • Ensures prisoner property is secured and accounted for.
  • Transfers prisoners as required to county jail.

Requirements:

  • Must have or be able to obtain a valid Alabama driver’s license and be insurable.
  • Must be able to pass physical requirements specific to duty position.
  • Possess a high school diploma or its equivalent due to required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Some professional work experience or advanced education is preferred.
  • Must have or be able to obtain certification from Alabama Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission within the first 9 months of employment.