Tired of the day job? Contact Ofc. Frank Bissette at 615-3690 or  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  to see if you have what it takes to join the Dothan Police Department.

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.

A career with the Dothan Police Department offers: Competitive Salary and Benefits:    $1,216.00- $1,860.00 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% 

The City of Dothan also provides a diverse package of benefit programs:


Vacation: 12 Vacation Days per calendar year

 Sick Leave: Employees accrue 4 hours a pay period up to a maximum of 720 hours

Holidays: 10 Paid Holidays per calendar year

Medical and Dental Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Alabama. Rates vary based on coverage selected

Retirement Plan: Administered through the Retirement Systems of Alabama

Life Insurance: Administered through SunLife of Canada. No cost for eligible employees

Military Leave: up to 21 working days per calendar year with Military Orders

Direct Deposit: Employees may elect to have their payroll check deposited directly into their bank account

Employee Health Clinic: Industrial Nurse on duty for work related injuries and minor illnesses  

Other benefits include: Cafeteria plan, Credit Union, Deferred Compensation plans, Employee Assistance Program, Physical Fitness Program, Jury Duty Leave and more.....  

Note: All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.

Rewarding and Challenging Career Opportunity for advancement into specialized units including: SRT;  Narcotics/Vice, Bike Patrol, Traffic Enforcement, K-9 Units, Bomb Squad and Criminal Investigations.

The Training Unit is responsible for all initial and ongoing instructional courses and skill maintenance for the Dothan Police Department. This includes firearms, defensive tactics, communication skills, emergency vehicle operations, and physical fitness. 

The Dothan Police K-9 Division utilizes nine K-9 units. These units are entirely self-supportive and are equipped with specialized vehicles and equipment. K-9 units are fully trained to assist in search and rescue, crowd control, fugitive recovery, narcotic apprehension, as well as explosive disposal. 

Citizen Observer Program

The Dothan Police Department operates a seven-week police academy in which the role of law enforcement in the community is addressed. Following completion of the program, Citizen Observers are allowed to ride along with police officers to observe police activities first hand.  For more information, contact Special Operations at 615-3681 or submit your request online.