Police Officer (Part-Time School Resource Officer) (Grade 14/21)

Police Officer (Part-Time School Resource Officer)

The City of Huntsville's Police department is seeking qualified applicants to fill Police Officer (Part-Time School Resource Officer) position(s). Come join our growing Police Team! Apply today!

About our Department:

The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is located near the City's downtown business and historic districts. Huntsville has 3 Police Precincts, approximately 500 sworn officers, 200 civilian personnel and patrols an area around 220 square miles. HPD is a "Professional Law Enforcement Organization" utilizing modern technology, state of the art equipment and comprehensive training techniques. The Department is an internationally accredited law enforcement agency through the "Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement" (CALEA). The Huntsville Police Department employs individuals of diverse backgrounds, education and experience. Candidates for employment are recruited from all areas of the country and from all walks of life.

Police Officer (Part-Time School Resource Officer) Position Overview:

This is law enforcement work specifically as a Part-Time School Resource Officer within the Huntsville City Schools System. Officer works as a liaison between the Huntsville Police Department and Huntsville City Schools. Plans, develops, conducts and coordinates a wide variety of Public Safety training programs for the City of Huntsville schools. Performs complex and specialized investigations such as juvenile, vice, narcotics, crimes against persons, and crimes against property; interviews and counsels juveniles and parents; provides information to the public.

Qualifications and Necessary Special Requirements:

High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency. Must successfully complete a pre-employment supplemental application. Must successfully complete a pre-employment polygraph examination.

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Benefits

The City of Huntsville offers the following benefits, sick leave, holiday pay and retirement, for its regular, part-time employees. Part-time employees are not eligible for paid vacation, overtime or other benefits. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) We know that dealing with day-to-day stresses can be distracting. The City provides a confidential EAP program to assist with life's stresses. EAP services may be coordinated through TELUS Health (formerly Behavioral Health Systems (BHS) or through the Employee Resources and Program Manager at the City's Health & Wellness Center. Resources may include substance abuse, grief and loss, marriage/family communication, managing stress and depression, parenting, and more. There is no waiting period for this benefit. Health & Wellness Center Powered by Premise Health/CareHere The City's Health & Wellness Center is more than just a clinic. The Center provides cost-effective health care and on-line services at no cost to the individual. Open Monday through Saturday, the Center provides medical services including acute, primary, and preventive care, as well as annual physicals. The Center also offers routine blood work, immunizations, wellness coaching, chronic disease management, many generic medications dispensed on-site, and much more. If an onsite appointment isn't possible, Telehealth Services are available 24/7/365. All City employees, covered retirees, and covered dependents age 3 and above are eligible for services at the Center as well as telehealth services.