General Information

The University Police Department is separated into four divisions; The Patrol Services Division, Special Services Division, which includes the Investigations Unit, the Parking Services Division, and Administrative Services Division.

The Department is led by the Chief of Police, the Deputy Chief of Police, followed by an
Administrative Lieutenant, and a Patrol Lieutenant. It is further comprised of two Patrol Sergeants, four Patrol Corporals, a Detective Sergeant, two Detectives, eighteen Police Officers, eight Dispatchers, five Security Officers, five Parking Services workers, two clerks, and two Student Employees.

All sworn officers have completed the Minimum Standards of Peace Officers for the State of Alabama (A.P.O.S.T. certification). University Police have full arrest powers granted by the State of Alabama (Title 16-22-1 and 16-22-2). The department offers community services including patrol functions, investigations, event security, and training.

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