Applicants must be a U. S. citizen with no felony convictions or misdemeanor convictions involving violence or moral turpitude. Applicants must possess a valid Alabama driver's license or be able to obtain one if license is issued by another state. Applicants must reside within a one hour response time at time of appointment. Applicants must meet State of Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission requirements and Montgomery Police Department requirements. Number of days per year increase with longevity.
Life insurance is provided in the approximate amount of annual salary.
Also a 20-year retirement and annual pay raises. Equipment All uniforms and accessories, including leather, regulation service weapon and bulletproof vest are furnished by the department. After the initial issue you are allowed to order new uniforms on an as-needed basis. The Montgomery Police Academy curriculum consists of approximately 640 hours of instruction both in the classroom and in the field. Most training aids and materials are furnished.