Requirements

Decatur Police Applicant Minimum Requirements

Applicant must provide High School Diploma or GED certificate.
Applicant must possess a valid Alabama driver’s license
Applicant must be at least 21 years of age.
Applicant must be a citizen of the United States.
Applicant cannot have any felony convictions in any State or be under indictment or have a pending case. (Note: a pardon does not nullify a conviction.)
Applicant cannot have a misdemeanor conviction involving domestic violence or moral turpitude or have a pending case regarding such.
Applicant who has been a member of the armed forces of the United States must provide proof of honorable discharge.
Applicant shall be a person of good moral character and reputation. A background investigation will be conducted.
Applicant will be required to pass a physical agility/ability examination.
Applicant will be required to take a written examination.
Applicant will be required to submit to a psychological test.
Applicant will be required to take a polygraph examination to determine the truthfulness of answers provided on pre-employment booklet submitted with application.
Applicant shall be certified by a licensed physician designated by the City of Decatur Personnel Board.

Applicant must provide High School Diploma or GED certificate.
Applicant must possess a valid Alabama driver’s license.
Applicant must possess and maintain a valid CPR certification.
Applicant must be at least 21 years of age.
Previous experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job preferred.

After hiring, applicant must complete a state-approved correctional officer academy.