City of Montgomery
Police Officer (Lateral Transfer)
City of Montgomery, Montgomery, Alabama, United States, 36136
Police Officer (Lateral Transfer)
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City of Montgomery . Note: Be among the first 25 applicants; posted 1 day ago.
Salary Information Compensation plans are based on a multi-step progression system. The pay range reflects the entry level and maximum salary potential in the assigned pay grade. A starting salary may be negotiated and will be commensurate with education, training and experience in alignment with pay administration policies and Montgomery Personnel Board Rules & Regulations.
Nature of Work The fundamental reason this position exists is to provide protection and security for the citizens of Montgomery. 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.
Special Requirements / Qualifications
Graduation from an approved high school or a G.E.D. certificate.
Must be a certified law enforcement officer.
Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a valid Alabama Driver’s License prior to employment.
Must meet the Police Department’s physical fitness standards and complete the Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission Physical Ability/Agility Test.
Applicants must be certified by a licensed physician to be in good health and physically fit for the performance of duties.
May be required to work first, second, or third shift, as well as weekends and holidays.
Kind of Examination
Applicants will be pre-screened using the application and a qualification/willingness questionnaire.
Eligible candidates will be referred to the Montgomery Police Department (MPD) for the next phase.
Please submit an online application via the Montgomery Personnel Board’s Online Employment Center. Paper applications are no longer accepted. Applications will be accepted online until 11:59 p.m. on the closing date or at any time without prior notice.
Additional Information Employees are offered a competitive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and life insurance; paid annual and sick leave; paid holidays; and participation in the Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA) retirement program.
Background Check & Drug Test Employment may be conditional upon passing a background check and a pre-employment drug test. Drug test may require a sample of hair, finger nails, and/or urine.
Equal Employment Opportunity Discrimination against any person in recruitment, examination, appointment, training, promotion, retention, discipline, or any other aspect of personnel administration is prohibited. The City of Montgomery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Accommodation Request Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the responsibility of the applicant with a disability to request accommodation to participate in the application or examination process. Contact the Personnel Director at (334) 625‑2675.
Legal Obligations Prior to employment, you will be required to provide documents of your identity and employment eligibility in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other
Industries: Utilities
Contact It is your responsibility to update your contact information (address, phone, email). Please visit the Update Contact Information page to log in and update your contact information at any time.
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City of Montgomery . Note: Be among the first 25 applicants; posted 1 day ago.
Salary Information Compensation plans are based on a multi-step progression system. The pay range reflects the entry level and maximum salary potential in the assigned pay grade. A starting salary may be negotiated and will be commensurate with education, training and experience in alignment with pay administration policies and Montgomery Personnel Board Rules & Regulations.
Nature of Work The fundamental reason this position exists is to provide protection and security for the citizens of Montgomery. 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.
Special Requirements / Qualifications
Graduation from an approved high school or a G.E.D. certificate.
Must be a certified law enforcement officer.
Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a valid Alabama Driver’s License prior to employment.
Must meet the Police Department’s physical fitness standards and complete the Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission Physical Ability/Agility Test.
Applicants must be certified by a licensed physician to be in good health and physically fit for the performance of duties.
May be required to work first, second, or third shift, as well as weekends and holidays.
Kind of Examination
Applicants will be pre-screened using the application and a qualification/willingness questionnaire.
Eligible candidates will be referred to the Montgomery Police Department (MPD) for the next phase.
Please submit an online application via the Montgomery Personnel Board’s Online Employment Center. Paper applications are no longer accepted. Applications will be accepted online until 11:59 p.m. on the closing date or at any time without prior notice.
Additional Information Employees are offered a competitive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and life insurance; paid annual and sick leave; paid holidays; and participation in the Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA) retirement program.
Background Check & Drug Test Employment may be conditional upon passing a background check and a pre-employment drug test. Drug test may require a sample of hair, finger nails, and/or urine.
Equal Employment Opportunity Discrimination against any person in recruitment, examination, appointment, training, promotion, retention, discipline, or any other aspect of personnel administration is prohibited. The City of Montgomery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Accommodation Request Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the responsibility of the applicant with a disability to request accommodation to participate in the application or examination process. Contact the Personnel Director at (334) 625‑2675.
Legal Obligations Prior to employment, you will be required to provide documents of your identity and employment eligibility in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other
Industries: Utilities
Contact It is your responsibility to update your contact information (address, phone, email). Please visit the Update Contact Information page to log in and update your contact information at any time.
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