Police Officer

Salary: $45,000.00 Annually
Location : Montgomery, AL
Job Type: Full-time Staff
Job Number: STF-26-0134
Department: University Police
Opening Date: 06/01/2026
ClosingDate: 6/20/2026 11:59 PM Central

Job Description
Alabama State University, Department of Public Safety invites applications for the position of Police Officer. Under direct supervision, the police officer performs duties relating to the protection of University students, faculty, staff, personal and institution property through the enforcement of law and university rules.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reports to the shift supervisor and patrols university property on foot and in motorized vehicles to preserve law and order to prevent and discover the commissions of crimes
• Answers calls and complaints involving fire, automobile accidents, felonies and other misdemeanors
• Administer first aid, conducts preliminary investigations, gathers information and prepares detailed accident investigation reports
• Interviews person with complaints and inquires and attempts to make proper disposition or direct them to proper authorities
• Attend regular training classes in police methods, first aid, target practice and many other law enforcement related work as required

Minimum Qualifications
Must be a high school graduate or GED approved by the State Department of Education, 21 years old, have a valid driver license with an insurable driving record and must not have been convicted of a felony, misdemeanor involving force, violence, or moral turpitude are required. Must have the ability to be certified by the Alabama Peace Officers Standard and Training Commission.

Supplemental Information
EEOC STATEMENT:
It is the policy of Alabama State University to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

Federal law requires identity and employment eligibility verification on Form I-9 within three (3) business days of employment.

All positions require the passing of a background check and some the passing of a drug screen.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama Group Health and Dental
MetLife Group Life Insurance
Guardian Life Inusrance Group Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Sick Leave
Annual Leave
Paid Holidays
State Retirement Program
Flexible Spending Account
Tuition Assistance

Click to visit the Alabama State University website for full benefit descriptions.

Salary: $45,000.00 Annually
Location : Montgomery, AL
Job Type: Full-time Staff
Job Number: STF-26-0134
Department: University Police
Opening Date: 06/01/2026
ClosingDate: 6/20/2026 11:59 PM Central

Job Description
Alabama State University, Department of Public Safety invites applications for the position of Police Officer. Under direct supervision, the police officer performs duties relating to the protection of University students, faculty, staff, personal and institution property through the enforcement of law and university rules.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reports to the shift supervisor and patrols university property on foot and in motorized vehicles to preserve law and order to prevent and discover the commissions of crimes
• Answers calls and complaints involving fire, automobile accidents, felonies and other misdemeanors
• Administer first aid, conducts preliminary investigations, gathers information and prepares detailed accident investigation reports
• Interviews person with complaints and inquires and attempts to make proper disposition or direct them to proper authorities
• Attend regular training classes in police methods, first aid, target practice and many other law enforcement related work as required

Minimum Qualifications
Must be a high school graduate or GED approved by the State Department of Education, 21 years old, have a valid driver license with an insurable driving record and must not have been convicted of a felony, misdemeanor involving force, violence, or moral turpitude are required. Must have the ability to be certified by the Alabama Peace Officers Standard and Training Commission.

Supplemental Information
EEOC STATEMENT:
It is the policy of Alabama State University to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

Federal law requires identity and employment eligibility verification on Form I-9 within three (3) business days of employment.

All positions require the passing of a background check and some the passing of a drug screen.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama Group Health and Dental
MetLife Group Life Insurance
Guardian Life Inusrance Group Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Sick Leave
Annual Leave
Paid Holidays
State Retirement Program
Flexible Spending Account
Tuition Assistance

Click to visit the Alabama State University website for full benefit descriptions.

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