Patrol & Investigations Officer: Serve with Impact

Decatur Police Department; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Decatur Police Department seeks qualified applicants for patrol and investigative duties. The role involves protecting life and property, responding to incidents, conducting preliminary investigations, and enforcing laws and ordinances.

Officers must exercise independent judgment within policies and show professionalism in high-stress situations. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, possess a valid driver's license, be at least 21 by graduation, and pass BAT and WorkKeys

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• BAT is required of all applicants.
• ACT WorkKeys assessment may be required; fee applies.
• Must possess a valid U.S. Driver's License; U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the city to detect and deter criminal activity and traffic violations.
• Respond to calls for service, including domestic disputes, assaults, burglaries, and traffic incidents.
• Conduct preliminary investigations, interview victims and witnesses, gather information, and secure crime scenes.
• Arrest and process offenders, including fugitives; subpoena witnesses.
• Provide traffic direction for events and school crossings; testify in court as needed.

Skills

Public interaction

Situation analysis

Interview & interrogation

Testimony in court

Communication skills

Typing/computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

BAT (Basic Abilities Test) requirement

ACT WorkKeys Assessment

Job description

Decatur Police Department seeks qualified applicants for patrol and investigative duties. The role involves protecting life and property, responding to incidents, conducting preliminary investigations, and enforcing laws and ordinances.

Officers must exercise independent judgment within policies and show professionalism in high-stress situations. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, possess a valid driver's license, be at least 21 by graduation, and pass BAT and WorkKeys