Police Officer

City of Florence, Alabama; Florence (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Florence, Alabama is seeking an entry-level Police Officer to perform general police duties, patrol, and enforce city, state, and federal laws. Responsibilities include reporting, investigations, traffic control, and testifying in court when needed.

Requirements include a valid Alabama driver’s license, successful completion of POST within nine months, and a high school diploma. Applicants should reside within 50 miles of Florence Police Headquarters and possess strong communication

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; POST certification within first nine months of employment.
• Alabama driver’s license required or able to obtain.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under stress.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas to deter and detect crime and enforce laws.
• Prepare Alabama Incident/Offense Reports, citations, and related documents.
• Conduct investigations, gather evidence, question witnesses, and testify as needed.
• Establish traffic and crowd control at incidents and events.
• Perform routine or non-complex investigative work under supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Concentration under stress

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Alabama driver’s license

Job description

Salary - Entry Level Pay/Top Out Pay

• $45,438.73 - $60,482.07 PS8 - No experience and/or no education beyond high school.
• $49,778.14 - $66,258.14 PS9 - Certified Officer, U.S. Military Service, fluency in two languages and/or Associate Degree.
• $54,551.47 - $72,611.73 PS10- Bachelor's Degree.

This position requires knowledge of law enforcement methods and procedures, as well as demonstrated technical skills necessary for performing general police duties. Specific responsibilities will vary, depending upon the bureau, division, or unit to which an officer is assigned.

This position requires some knowledge of law enforcement methods and procedures, as well as demonstrated technical skills necessary for the performance of general police duties. Specific responsibilities will vary, depending upon the bureau, division, or unit to which an officer is assigned.

1. Performs general police duties:

• Patrols to prevent and discover the commission of a crime.
• Apprehends and arrests violators of local, state, and federal laws.
• Enforces ordinances of the City of Florence, state, and applicable federal laws.
• Patrol in a manner to promote positive police/community relations.
• Investigate automobile accidents in the City of Florence.
• Responds to calls involving misdemeanor and felony crimes.
• Answers calls on a wide variety of domestic-related disturbances.
• Renders assistance to mentally ill persons.
• Aids neglected and abused children.

2. Prepares Alabama Incident and Offense Reports, Uniform Traffic Citations, Missing Person Reports, Intelligence Reports, major case files for the District Attorney, monthly reports, daily reports, Supplement Reports, Arrest Reports, writes case summaries for the District Attorney, writes affidavits for arrest, Search Warrants, and other documents as necessary.

3. Conducts Investigations:

1. Conducts preliminary investigations at the scene of crimes. Conducts follow-up investigations as assigned.
2. Proficiently administers emergency first aid to persons at crime scenes and accidents. Protects and gathers evidence at crime scenes.
3. Locates and questions witnesses and takes statements, as necessary.
4. Testifies as a witness in city, state, and federal courts, in both civil and criminal cases.

4. Establishes traffic control, crowd control, and police protection at incidents or events which may attract crowds:

1. Performs traffic and crowd control at parades, special functions, and sporting events.
2. Escorts funeral processions, dignitaries, and moving of buildings.
3. Checks and reports on defective streets, obscured lights, signs, and damaged road surfaces of missing facilities which serve to expedite the safe and proper flow of traffic.

5. On assignment and under the direct supervision of a higher-ranking officer, may perform routine or non-complex investigative work, including but not limited to:

1. Surveils houses, businesses, etc. where criminal activity may occur.
2. Works as an undercover agent, as assigned.

6. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

1. All candidates must have a valid Alabama driver's license or be capable of obtaining a valid Alabama driver's license.
2. All candidates must be certified by the Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission within the first nine months of employment.
3. High school graduate, preferably supplemented by advanced education or some professional work experience.
4. Must reside within 50 miles of Florence Police Headquarters.

1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
2. Ability to concentrate and remain calm in stressful situations.
3. Ability to understand instructions and relay information quickly and accurately.
4. Excellent decision-making skills.
5. Ability to handle delicate situations in a discreet manner.
6. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other city departments, and the public.
7. Ability to pass and maintain the minimum standards required by the Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission.
8. Additional requirements, such as testing or other assessment criteria, may be established by the Civil Service Board and will be announced on the job posting.

Physical Demands:

1. Must meet the minimum physical standards as required by the Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission.
2. Must pass a psychological evaluation.
3. Must pass a drug screen.
4. Must be capable of performing all job-related duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equipment/Tools Used:

Must be capable of operating a computer system, a firearm, two-way radio equipment, and other law enforcement-related equipment.

For similar job postings, applications may be used for up to ninety (90) days

The City of Florence, Alabama, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.