Police Officer Trainee

Position Title

Police Officer Trainee

Employment Type

Full-time, Part-time

Overview

Police Officer Trainees are hired to begin the process of becoming sworn law enforcement officers. Trainees may assist with department functions, complete required training, and prepare for academy attendance and certification. Upon successful completion of required training and certification, the trainee may transition into full police officer duties.

Qualifications

POLICE OFFICER (Non-Certified):

  • High school diploma or equivalent;
  • graduation from a two-year college with course work in political science, criminology, criminal justice or related field preferred;
  • must meet APOST requirements for certification pursuant to Alabama law;
  • successful completion of the police academy within 6 months of hire.
Job Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision 100% paid by City for employee
  • RSA-1 Retirement eligibility
  • Uniforms Provided
  • Paid Training
Responsibilities

This position is intended for applicants working toward certification as law enforcement officers in Alabama. Under department supervision, trainees may assist with department operations, observe and participate in field activities as allowed, complete required training, and prepare for academy attendance and certification. After successful completion of required training and certification, the trainee may transition into full police officer duties.

Apply

PLEASE NOTE: A resume is required. If a non-resume image is uploaded to circumvent the required field, your application will be deleted and not considered.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Louisville, Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City will conform with all applicable local, state, and federal laws concerning employment and will not illegally discriminate with regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, genetic information or other legally protected status or classification, except where mandated or permitted by law as a bona fide occupational qualification.

It is the policy of the City of Louisville to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. This policy applies to all areas of employment including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer and other terms and conditions of employment. The City of Louisville, in compliance with the Federal law, will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.