Patrol Officer: Protect & Serve Our Community

Orange Beach, City of (AL); Orange Beach (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Orange Beach is seeking a Police Officer to patrol designated areas by foot or car, respond to incidents, conduct investigations, testify in court, and coordinate with EMS, fire, and other agencies. You will also handle traffic control, warrants, subpoenas, and prisoner transport as required.

Applicants must meet standard police qualifications, maintain equipment, and provide professional service to the public while upholding state and city laws. Training and overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification by APOS T C or ability to obtain within six months of appointment.
• Willingness to work overtime, non-standard hours, weekends and holidays.
• Willingness to travel to attend schools, transport prisoners, and appear in court.

Responsibilities

• Enforce city, state and federal laws.
• Respond to complaints of various types.
• Patrol designated city area by foot or vehicle.
• Conduct preliminary investigations and secure crime scenes.
• Prepare reports and follow-up investigations as needed.
• Assist other emergency services on calls within the city.
• Escort merchants to the bank when requested.
• Maintain and check vehicle equipment and weapons.

Skills

Verbal communication

De-escalation

Writing

Reading

Math & geometry

Listening

Driving

Radio operation

Knowledge of laws

First aid

Disaster procedures

Decision making

Education

High school diploma

APOSTC certification eligibility

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Police radios

Vehicle equipment

Job description

The City of Orange Beach is seeking a Police Officer to patrol designated areas by foot or car, respond to incidents, conduct investigations, testify in court, and coordinate with EMS, fire, and other agencies. You will also handle traffic control, warrants, subpoenas, and prisoner transport as required.

Applicants must meet standard police qualifications, maintain equipment, and provide professional service to the public while upholding state and city laws. Training and overtime may be required.