Part Time Police Officer

Police Officer

The fundamental reason this position exists is to provide protection and security for the citizens of Montgomery. Employees must be Alabama Peace Officers Standards (APOST) certified. Police officers serve as entry-level sworn personnel in one of the Montgomery Police Department (MPD) divisions. Incumbents provide protection through daily patrol, traffic, investigation, and communication efforts. Work also entails responding to emergency incidents, participating in narcotics undercover operations, and securing crime scenes. Incumbents document in writing events and procedures of an important nature and may present that information in a court of law. Police officers are typically supervised by Sergeants and must respond and report through the chain of command.

A high school diploma or G.E.D., and a certificate of completion of the Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training (APOST) Commission's minimum standards training with a current CEU standard.

NOTE: Qualifying education, training, and experience that provide the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job will be considered.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Must have a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a valid Alabama Driver's License prior to employment. An employee's assignment may require him/her to work first, second, or third shift. The employee may also be required to work weekends and holidays.