Police Officers jobs in Alabama

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Position Number	003636, 006886, 007127, 006931, 005270, 005271, 005272
Position Title	Police Officer - 003636, 006886, 007127, 006931, 005270, 005271, 005272
Division	Finance and Administration
Department	240100 - University Police
Minimum Qualifications	High school diploma or equivalent, must meet the minimum standards set by the state of Alabama for a Police Officer. Satisfactory completion of drug/alcohol and psychological screenings required prior to employment. Possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama.
Preferred Qualifications	A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Job Description Summary	The University of South Alabama’s Police Department is seeking to hire Police Officers. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions

These are the job duties required of the position.

Essential Functions	Qualifies, carries, uses, and cares for authorized firearm and other related law enforcement equipment such as handcuffs, crowd control baton, flashlight, two-way radio, whistle, and leather accessories. Investigates crimes, accidents, or incidents and prepares written reports of investigations and other activities. Performs patrol of assigned area(s) on foot, patrol vehicle, or other methods. Enforces state and federal laws with police powers of arrest. Enforces University rules and regulations. Conducts traffic-related enforcement for both moving and parking violations. Responds to various types of emergencies and performs activities necessary to protect life and property to include summoning appropriate emergency response agencies and personnel. Responds to and investigates criminal and non-criminal incidents and completes appropriate reports. Performs law enforcement services on University owned and leased property in accordance with applicable law. Provides security-related services at special functions and other times as required by department supervisor(s). Directs traffic as needed. Apprehends violators of traffic/criminal law as prescribed by law. Testifies in legal/administrative hearings as needed. Performs patrols to prevent or reduce the likelihood of criminal offenses being committed. Regular and prompt attendance. Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required. Related duties as required.

Essential Functions

Qualifies, carries, uses, and cares for authorized firearm and other related law enforcement equipment such as handcuffs, crowd control baton, flashlight, two-way radio, whistle, and leather accessories.
Investigates crimes, accidents, or incidents and prepares written reports of investigations and other activities.
Performs patrol of assigned area(s) on foot, patrol vehicle, or other methods.
Enforces state and federal laws with police powers of arrest.
Enforces University rules and regulations.
Conducts traffic-related enforcement for both moving and parking violations.
Responds to various types of emergencies and performs activities necessary to protect life and property to include summoning appropriate emergency response agencies and personnel.
Responds to and investigates criminal and non-criminal incidents and completes appropriate reports.
Performs law enforcement services on University owned and leased property in accordance with applicable law.
Provides security-related services at special functions and other times as required by department supervisor(s).
Directs traffic as needed.
Apprehends violators of traffic/criminal law as prescribed by law.
Testifies in legal/administrative hearings as needed.
Performs patrols to prevent or reduce the likelihood of criminal offenses being committed.
Regular and prompt attendance.
Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies	2
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date	01/06/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working Days	Varies
Working Hours	Varies
Job Location	Main Campus
Full-time or Part-Time	Full Time
Regular or Temporary	Regular

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Are you at least 18 years of age?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
- Yes
- No
* The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
- Yes
- No
* What is the highest level of education you have completed?
- Less than High School
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
* How many years of related experience do you have?
- Less than 1 year
- Between 1 - 3 years
- Between 3 - 5 years
- Between 5 - 7 years
- More than 7 years
* Do you meet the minimum standards set by the state of Alabama for a Police Officer?
- Yes
- No
* Do you possess a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
* How did you hear about this position?
- USA website
- LinkedIn
- Zip Recruiter
- Indeed
- HigherEd Jobs
- Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
- Facebook
- Word of mouth
- Other

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

Resume
Cover Letter

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.

EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
The University of South Alabama publishes certain crime statistics for the most recent three-year period as required by the Jeanne Clery Act. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school. The report, along with additional information, is available online at: http://www.southalabama.edu/departments/police/resources/fireandsafetyreport.pdf. You may also request a paper copy from the University Police office located at 290 Stadium Blvd, Beta Gamma Commons Building, Mobile, AL 36688.

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