Recruiting
Become a Dothan Police Officer
Tired of the day job? For information contact Sgt. Scott Smith at 334-615-3682 or
email him at to see if you have what it takes to join the Dothan Police Department or
apply online.
Applicants are required to have a high school diploma or G.E.D., submit
to an extensive background and health screening including a drug screen,
possess a valid drivers license, meet the Alabama P.O.S.T. training
requirements and attend a P.O.S.T. certified academy.
Compensation & Benefits
A career with the Dothan Police Department offers competitive salary and benefits ranging from $1,256.00- $1,920.80 biweekly
The City of Dothan provides additional compensation for sworn law
enforcement officers who have advanced education beyond the level
required for their position in a law enforcement related field.
Associates Degree - 2.5%; Bachelor's Degree - 5%; Master's Degree - 7.5%