Salary: $22.35/HOUR

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for protecting the citizens and property of the State of Alabama and the City of Hartselle.

Essential Functions:

o Enforces ordinances of the City of Hartselle and applicable state and federal laws, by issuing citations or apprehending and arresting violators. Patrols in a manner that promotes positive community relations. Patrols to prevent and discover commission of crime.

o Investigates automobile accidents within the city limits of Hartselle, serves warrants and subpoenas, responds to calls involving misdemeanor and felony crimes, a variety of domestic disturbances and assists other emergency service personnel when requested.

o Provides escorts as necessary to insure the safety of the public, directs traffic at school crossings, accidents scenes, and fire scenes.

o Conducts building checks during all hours of the day.

o Conducts preliminary investigation of misdemeanor cases; secures evidence at crime scene.

o Prepares incident and accident reports, Uniform Traffic Citations, uniform Non-Traffic Citations, Missing Person Reports, Field Interview Reports, case reports for the District Attorney’s Office.

o Ensures prisoner property is secured and accounted for.

o Transfers prisoners as required to county jail.

Requirements:

Must have or be able to obtain a valid Alabama driver’s license and be insurable.
Must be able to pass physical requirements specific to duty position.
Possess a high school diploma or its equivalent due to required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Some professional work experience or advanced education is preferred.
Must have or be able to obtain certification from Alabama Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission within the first 9 months of employment.

Hartselle Police Department

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