Police Officer Trainee I - 525505 at The University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Job Description:

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $25.72 - Midpoint: $32.16 (Hourly N8)

Department/Organization: 507121 - Police Operations

Normal Work Schedule: Varies; includes evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Note to Applicants: UAPD is beginning a recruitment process for the position of police officer. Applicants that meet the minimum qualifications will receive a follow up email to schedule their PT and written exam. For more information related to the PT and written exam, along with tentative dates and times for the exam please, 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: May drive UA vehicle as needed. Closely observes and adheres to all safety rules and regulations as listed on product and equipment labels and as directed by management. Must be able to work extended hours and overtime to include weekends and holiday hours as needed. Must meet regular attendance and punctuality requirements. Must accomplish the essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.

Required Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED. Must pass physical ability, physical agility, and police officer recruit examination. Physical ability exam includes completing 22 pushups within one minute, 25 sit-ups within one minute and completing a 1.5 mile run within 15 minutes and 28 seconds. Physical agility exam includes running the course and completing the following requirements within 90 seconds: push a vehicle on a level surface; climb a six-foot wall; climb through a window-like metal structure; walk a balance beam; drag a 165 lb. dummy. Must be a U.S. citizen. For those that have been in the Armed Forces, an honorable discharge from military service. Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 21 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Conditional Hire Requirements: Must pass review panel and a comprehensive background check. Must pass psychological assessment, physical, and drug screen. Post-Hire Requirements: Successful completion of the recruit orientation training. Successful completion of the APOST Commission's academy for basic training within six months of being sworn in as a UAPD Officer; or a certificate verifying the successful completion of the Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission's academy. Successful completion of the University of Alabama Police Department's field training and evaluation program. After completion of these phases, the position has a 1040-hour probationary period of solo field assignment duty.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must be able to work day, evening or night shift to include weekends and holidays. Must be able to work various overtime events, bot voluntary and mandatory, based on the needs of the department and the university community.


Must be able to perform foot patrol and work outside in all weather conditions.


Final candidates must submit to and successfully pass a post-offer drug screen.

Skills and Knowledge: Ability to learn and utilize computer software designed for law enforcement. Good attention to detail. Good communication skills. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to use good judgement and make effective decisions. Ability to work with various population. Ability to demonstrate courage and take responsibility. Demonstrated to maintain professionalism when dealing with conflict.


UA Core Competencies
Ethics/Integrity. Student/Customer Focused. Self-Development. Collaborating/Building Relationships. Adaptability/Flexibility.

Preferred Qualifications: Current APOST certification. A bachelor's degree from an accredited institute of higher education. 5 years of continuous work experience as a sworn law enforcement official. Foreign language and culture skills and/or experience. 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 race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other 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. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster