Police Officer

Auburn University Montgomery; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University Montgomery is seeking a full-time Police Officer to provide a full range of police services. The role includes enforcing state and federal laws, responding to disputes, and conducting investigations. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma and prefer CPR/First Aid certification.

The Police Officer will patrol assigned areas, issue citations, and respond to emergencies. This position is contingent upon passing background checks and obtaining POST certification.

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to completion of high school.
• CPR and First Aid certificates preferred.
• Contingent upon obtaining POST certification.

Responsibilities

• Issue traffic citations and arrest warrants.
• Respond to calls regarding disputes and advise subjects regarding appropriate behavior.
• Patrol assigned area and investigate incidents.
• Conduct investigations and submit reports to supervisor.
• Direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic and enforce parking rules.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Auburn University at Montgomery Campus Police Department invites applications for a full‑time Police Officer. The qualified candidate selected for this position is expected to provide a full range of police services by enforcing state and federal laws and campus regulations through active foot patrols and mobile patrols.

Responsibilities

• Issue traffic citations and arrest warrants.
• Respond to calls regarding disputes and advise subjects regarding appropriate behavior.
• Effect arrests and transport to city jail.
• Patrol assigned area and investigate incidents.
• Conduct investigations as required; submit reports to supervisor of infractions of University rules and regulations, state laws, and city and county ordinances.
• Direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic and enforce parking and traffic rules and regulations.
• Respond to emergency situations and assist local police agencies as necessary.
• Provide crowd and traffic control during sporting events and other special events.
• Conduct crime prevention and security programs and direct traffic.
• Operate police network computers.
• Perform a vital role in emergency operations as first responders in crisis situations.

Qualifications

Education equivalent to completion of high school.

CPR and First Aid certificates are preferred. Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining POST certification. An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre‑employment background check, psychological test, and drug test.

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

AUBURN UNIVERSITY AT MONTGOMERY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Human Resources/Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the AUM community.