Top 11 Police Jobs in Tuscaloosa, Al

Police Officer Trainee I
The University of Alabama —Tuscaloosa, AL
- $31.35 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
Police Officer Trainee I
University of Alabama —Tuscaloosa, AL
- $31.35 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
Police Officer Trainee II
University of Alabama —Tuscaloosa, AL
- $32.55 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Military
- Pass drug screening
Police Officer Trainee II
The University of Alabama —Tuscaloosa, AL
- $32.55 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Military
- Pass drug screening
Police Officer Trainee III
University of Alabama —Tuscaloosa, AL
- $33.80 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
Police Officer Trainee III
The University of Alabama —Tuscaloosa, AL
- $33.80 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
Police Patrol Officer - Lateral Transfer
City of Tuscaloosa —Tuscaloosa, AL
- $57,324.51 - $81,503.82 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Public speaking
- No experience needed
- English
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Auxiliary Police Officer
City of Tuscaloosa —Tuscaloosa, AL
- $48,365.06 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
6d
Emergency Medical Services Dispatcher - Contingent On-Call (No Benefits)
University of Alabama —Tuscaloosa, AL
- $16.63 - $19.95 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- HIPAA
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED

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The University of Alabama —Tuscaloosa, AL
S driver's license and maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report in compliance with University policies. Post-Offer Requirements: Final candidates must submit…
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Police Officer Trainee I
University of Alabama —Tuscaloosa, AL
S driver's license and maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report in compliance with University policies. Post-Offer Requirements: Final candidates must submit…
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Police Officer Trainee I

The University of Alabama -
Tuscaloosa, AL

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Job Details

Full-time
$31.35 an hour

Qualifications

Outdoor work experience
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Patrolling

Full Job Description

Pay Grade/Pay Range: $31.35/hr

Department/Organization: 507121 - Police Operations

Normal Work Schedule: Varies; May include holidays, weekends, overtime, and voluntary and mandatory events; Hours are subject to change based on operations needs of the unit, departments, and the University community.

Note to Applicants: UAPD is beginning a recruitment process for the position of Police Officer Trainee I. Applicants that meet the minimum qualifications will receive a follow up email to schedule their PT and BAT/ACT WorkKeys exam. For more information related to the PT and BAT/ACT WorkKeys exam, visit the UAPD recruitment website at: http://police.ua.edu/recruitment/

All communication will be sent via email.

Job Summary: The Police Officer Trainee I completes UAPD in-house orientation, APOST Academy, and Field Training and Evaluation Program required to become a Police Officer.

Additional Department Summary: Drives a University vehicle as needed.

Required Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED. Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire. Must meet all eligibility requirements established by the Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training (APOST) Commission, including citizenship requirements and, if applicable, honorable military discharge standards. Any applicant with a lapsed APOST certification for more than ten (10) years will be required to complete an authorization release for RADIUS review. Must possess a valid U.S driver's license and maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report in compliance with University policies. Post-Offer Requirements: Final candidates must submit to and successfully pass a post-offer drug screen and physical examination, and must successfully complete a psychological evaluation resulting in a satisfactory determination of psychological fitness for duty in accordance with applicable federal and state law. Post-Hire Requirements: Successful completion of a fingerprint-based background check conducted in compliance with applicable law. Successful completion of the recruit orientation training. Successful completion of APOST Commission's academy for basic training within six (6) months of being sworn in as a UAPD Officer or certificate verifying successful completion of the APOST Commission's academy. Successful completion of the University of Alabama Police Department's Field Training and Evaluation Program. Upon completion of the training requirements, the position is subject to a 1,040-hour probationary period of solo field assignment duty.

Skills and Knowledge: Must be able to perform foot patrol and work outside in all weather conditions. Ability to learn and utilize computer software designed for law enforcement. High level of attention to detail. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to use good judgement and make effective decisions. Ability to demonstrate courage and take responsibility. Ability to maintain professionalism when dealing with conflict.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher. Foreign language skills. Experience working in a community-oriented policing environment with an emphasis on service in a higher education environment/community.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.

The University of Alabama affirms its longstanding commitment to institutional neutrality, free speech, and academic freedom.

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