Police Officer

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from a standard senior high school, or the successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test, preferably supplemented by college level course work in criminal justice or law enforcement, and preferably some experience dealing with the public under varying circumstances; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements.

FAMILY FRIENDLY WORK SCHEDULE: On the job, patrol officers work 12-hour shifts. By working two rather than three shifts in a 24-hour day, officers end up working a total of seven out of 14 days and are scheduled a three-day weekend every two weeks.

SPECIALIZED UNITS AVAILABLE IN MOBILE, AL: Once out of patrol, officers can specialize in a wide variety of assignments. Some of those include the Tactical Response Unit, Youth Services, Narcotics and Vice, the Canine Unit, Motorcycle and Mounted patrols, Intelligence, Internal Affairs and Community Policing. Our Homeland Security Unit takes a lead role in securing the land and water borders of our community.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be 19 years of age.
• Some knowledge of the geography of the City and the location of important buildings or ability to acquire this knowledge rapidly.
• Ability to deal courteously but firmly with the general public.
• Ability to prepare clear and comprehensive reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:

• (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class.)
• Patrols in a designated area of the City on foot, in a patrol boat, on a radio-equipped motorcycle, or in an audio-equipped car to preserve law and order, to prevent and discover the commission of crime, to direct traffic and to enforce motor vehicle operation and parking regulations.
• Answers calls and complaints involving fire, automobile accidents, robberies, neighborhood disturbances and other misdemeanors and felonies.
• Secures the scene of crime, obtains witnesses and makes arrests.
• Testifies as a witness in court in connection with arrests and citations made.
• Administers first aid at the scene of automobile accidents.
• Interviews witnesses, gathers information and prepares detailed reports.
• Interviews persons with complaints and inquiries and attempts to make proper disposition or direct them to proper authorities.
• Gives advice on laws and ordinances and general information to the public.
• Attends regular training classes in police methods, first aid, target practice and related subjects.
• Keeps informed with respect to persons of known bad character and places of questionable legality within an assigned area.
• Transfers prisoners.
• Serves warrants, subpoenas and other legal notices.
• Operates radar unit in enforcing traffic laws.
• Issues traffic citations.
• Fills out traffic accident and criminal offense reports.
• Escorts funerals, wide loads and mobile homes.
• Assists in the docket room or in the court.
• Gathers statistics on accidents and violations.
• When assigned to the juvenile division, works with delinquency problems.
• Performs related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: An employee in this class performs routine patrol, preliminary investigations and traffic control duties in a designated area on an assigned shift. Work may be performed in cruiser cars, patrol boats, on motorcycles or on foot. Police officers may also be assigned to perform specialized duties in support of specific units or sections. Work may involve an element of personal danger and employees must be able to act without immediate supervision and exercise independent judgment in meeting emergencies.

Specific work assignments are made by a Police Sergeant or other superior and work methods and results are checked through personal inspections, review of reports and discussions.

TECHNOLOGY: The Department utilizes cutting-edge technology and equipment, giving our officers the advantage in intelligence gathering and combat situations. Departmentwide computer analysis of crime trends and hot spots provides key data for tactical planning and deployment of resources. The Mobile Police Department has met the stringent requirements of accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc.

PAY: The new base starting salary for a City of Mobile police officer is $51,402 plus the following incentives.

$51,402 Base Salary

$1,300 Per Diem

$3,272 Built-in Overtime

$1,420 Roll Call Pay

= $57,394

*Plus, Educational Incentive Pay for associate degree, bachelor's degree or master's degree starting at 5%.

ABOUT MOBILE, AL: Located at the foot of the Mobile River, the city offers abundant recreational opportunities that include the pristine river delta, the expansive Mobile Bay waters and the immaculate white sandy beaches of the Gulf of Mexico.

The city is known for its famous MoonPie Drop for New Year's Eve celebrating. As the birthplace of Mardi Gras, the city's carnival season attracts people from near and far.

USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park and the Mobile Alabama Cruise Terminal exist side by side among a wide array of leisure time pursuits.

The area is exceptionally affordable as well, with the overall cost of living index at 84 percent of the national average. The housing cost of living index is ranked at a low of 58 percent of the national average, providing exceptional affordability for home purchases.

BENEFITS:

• Health and Dental administered by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
• Prescription drug coverage administered by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
• Twenty (20) year retirement at age 55 to a maximum benefit of 72.5 percent of base pay at 30 years
• Take-home vehicle program
• Uniforms, weapons and other police equipment
• Basic life insurance and accidental death and disability paying two times annual salary to a maximum of $75,000
• Dependent life insurance of $2,000 for each dependent covered by the city health plan
• Employee assistance program providing confidential counseling for individual, family, couples, substance abuse, and more.
• Twelve (12) paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• Built-in overtime
• Per diem

CODE OF ETHICS:

"As a Law Enforcement Officer, I do solemnly swear that my fundamental duty is to serve the community; to safeguard lives and property; to protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation, and the peaceful against violence or disorder; and to respect the constitutional rights of all people to liberty, equality and justice.

I will keep my private life unsullied as an example to all and behave in a manner that does not bring discredit to me or to my agency. I will maintain courageous calm in the face of danger, scorn or ridicule; develop self-restraint; and be constantly mindful of the welfare of others. Honest in thought and deed in both my personal and official life, I will be exemplary in obeying the laws of the land and the regulations of my department. Whatever I see or hear of a confidential nature or that is confided to me in my official capacity will be kept ever secret unless revelation is necessary in the performance of my duty.

I will not act officiously or permit personal feelings, prejudices, political beliefs, aspirations, animosities or friendships to influence my decisions. With no compromise for crime and with relentless prosecution of criminals, I will enforce the law courteously and appropriately, without fear or favor, malice or ill will, never employing unnecessary force or violence and never accepting gratuities.

I recognize the badge of my office as a symbol of public faith, and I accept it as a public trust to be held so long as I am true to the ethics of the police service. I will never engage in acts of corruption or bribery, nor will I condone such acts by other officers. I will cooperate with all legally authorized agencies and their representatives in the pursuit of justice.

I know that I alone am responsible for my standard of professional performance and will take every reasonable opportunity to enhance and improve my level of knowledge and competence.

I will constantly strive to achieve these objectives and ideals, dedicating myself before God to my chosen profession--law enforcement.

I do further swear that I will support the constitution of the United States and the constitution of the State of Alabama; that I will faithfully enforce the laws of this state and ordinances of the City of Mobile, and perform the duties of a police officer to the best of my ability. I will obey the rules and regulations of the department and carry out all orders which may be lawfully given me by my superior officers.

I do further swear that I accept this oath as a police officer subject to all the limitations, conditions, and restrictions imposed by the City of Mobile, the ordinances of the City of Mobile, and the regulations of the Police Department."

The Mobile Police Department is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons because of age, race, color, creed, religion, disability, gender, ethnic or national origin or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $51,402.00 - $82,174.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Mobile, AL 36606 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Mobile, AL 36606: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $51,402 - $82,174