Police Officer

The Town of Summerdale, which is located in Baldwin County, Alabama, is currently hiring Alabama Police Officers, either Alabama Certified Officers, Out-of-State Lateral Transfers or Uncertified (to send to the police academy).

Certified Police Officers Minimum Qualifications

• Certified Law Enforcement Officer through the Alabama Police Training Commission (APOSTC) or through another state police training commission.
• Must have a valid driver’s license; and must pass the criminal background, polygraph, and psychological exams along with a drug test.

Benefits

• Starting salary ranges from $25.59 or $26.89 per hour, or negotiable depending on experience, education, and training.
• Take home vehicle; Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance, Town pays 80% of health care insurance policy; Tier 1-RSA retirement; yearly merit pay raise (2.5% to 5% depending on evaluation) and equipment provided.

Or for Non-Certified qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Pass the Basic Ability Test (B.A.T.)
• Pass the APOSTC Physical Standards consisting of: Physical Agility Course (90 seconds), and the Physical Ability Exam (Twenty Two push-ups in 60 seconds; twenty-five sit ups in 60 seconds and 1.5 miles in 15 minutes and 28 seconds.
• Pass the following; psychological and polygraph exam, along with medical exam and drug screen.
• Salary Range for Uncertified Officer (Police Academy Recruit) is $23.19-$24.36.
• Date for the Physical Fitness test for uncertified candidates will be in Mid-April 2026.
• Send resume at Chief Michael Gaull at [email protected] . The Town of Summerdale is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Submit your resume by March 16, 2026.

Job description

The Summerdale Police Department in Baldwin County, Alabama is currently seeking dedicated individuals to join our agency as Police Officers. As a Police Officer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining public safety and enforcing laws within our community. This is a challenging and rewarding position that requires strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle various situations with professionalism and integrity.

Duties

• Patrol assigned areas to maintain public order and prevent crime
• Respond to emergency calls and provide assistance as needed
• Conduct investigations into criminal activities and gather evidence
• Enforce traffic laws and issue citations when necessary
• Write detailed reports documenting incidents, arrests, and investigations
• Provide first aid and emergency medical assistance when required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.59 - $26.89 per hour

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person