Part Time Police Officer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $32.05 - $55.65 Hourly
Location : Stuart
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: R00189
Department: Police
Opening Date: 07/18/2025
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Position Summary
Under general supervision of a Sergeant, performs a wide variety of police and law enforcement activities. Tasks are primarily service oriented and include dispensing information, arbitrating disputes, aiding through referrals, property protection, crime prevention, and other public safety services. Duties include an element of personal danger, exposure to adverse weather conditions, apprehending criminals and directing traffic. Incumbents perform duties in accordance with Florida State Statutes and established departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines. The incumbent must be able to act without close supervision and must be able to exercise independent judgment. Work is reviewed through observation, conferences and review of written reports for results obtained and adherence to established policies and procedures.
Examples of Essential Functions
This is a Part-Time Officer classification:
1. Conducts routine preventative patrol in designated areas of the city.
a. Patrols residential/business areas for detection of violators.
b. Initiates contacts with both business owners and residents.
c. Maintains an open line of communications within the community.
2. Responds to calls for police service, acts upon observing a circumstance or situation requiring police attention and wears required issued equipment.
a. Responds to domestic disputes, disturbances and other incidents, and attempts to resolve through counseling or referral.
b. Settles disputes among neighbors, juveniles, gang incidents and similar type disputes.
c. Handles all complaints from citizens of the community.
d. Facilitates solutions to community problems.
e. May be involved in physical altercations which require the use of defensive tactics and overall fitness and physical ability to resolve.
3. Provides information and/or assistant to the public.
a. Answers a wide range of non-police related service calls.
b. Informs citizens of available services in the community.
c. Provides referrals to other city, county, and state agencies.
4. Maintains the peace and safety of the community.
a. Quells public disturbances.
b. Maintains civil obedience at group functions.
5. Provides for the safe and convenient flow of traffic and pedestrians within the community.
a. Investigates traffic accidents.
b. Enforces traffic violations when and where necessary.
c. Promotes vehicular and pedestrian safety.
d. Reports unsafe road conditions.
e. Conducts DUI investigations.
6. Enforces laws and makes arrests
a. Makes a wide range of felony and misdemeanor arrests.
b. Issues Notices to Appear.
c. Issues traffic citations.
7. Prepares written reports, forms, and other documents as required.
a. Completes standardized departmental forms relating to crimes and occurrences.
b. Prepares narrative reports of incidents (supplemental reports, probable cause affidavits, and others)
c. Prepares basic and detailed reports pertaining to departmental business.
8. Keeps supervisors informed.
a. Reports orally, or in writing, upon matters of concern to public safety or the city.
b. Makes recommendations for improvement.
9. Testifies in legal proceedings.
a. Testifies in civil and criminal court proceedings.
b. Gives depositions.
10. Provides support and assistance to other police officers, public safety employees, city employees.
a. Serves as a back-up officer for other officers handling calls.
b. Stands by while other city/county/state agencies perform their duties and functions.
NOTE: The examples of essential functions as listed in this classification specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function of work does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Graduate or G.E.D.; meet current state training requirements necessary to obtain the State of Florida police officer certification. Successfully complete tenure as a probationary officer.
Must possess a current Florida driver's license.
Supplemental Information
Please review the full job description for this position by clicking on the Menu option in the upper left, and then select Class Specifications. This is an important step in reviewing the KSA's and Physical, Environmental, and Sensory Requirements.
This position is considered "Mission Critical" (aka "Essential") and is required to report to duty before, during, and immediately after a civil emergency.
The City of Stuart is a tobacco-free/vaping-free workplace. All applicants must attest that they have not used tobacco or nicotine products for the preceding 3-month period from the date of application. Candidates chosen for positions with the City of Stuart must undergo pre-employment screening to include verification of their non-use of tobacco or nicotine products in order to be considered for employment.
The City of Stuart is An Equal Opportunity Employer ADA/VP/DFWP/TFWP
This position may be eligible for some benefits. Please inquire with Human Resources at (772) 283-5107 or visit our website:
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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

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Are you currently attending the Police Academy?

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Are you currently a Florida State Certified Police Officer?

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Are you at least 19 years of age?

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Are you a citizen of the United States?

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Have you earned a high school diploma or equivalent for law enforcement applicants?

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Have you been convicted of any felony or misdemeanor involving perjury or false statements? *Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to, or is found guilty of a felony, or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, shall not be eligible for employment or appointment as an officer, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication.

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Have you ever received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States?

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Are you aware that documentation of processed fingerprints must be on file with the City of Stuart Police Department?

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Are you aware that, if an offer of employment is extended, you must pass a physical examination by a licensed physician, physician assistant or certified advanced registered nurse practitioner?

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Are you aware that a background investigation under procedures established by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission will be conducted?

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Has your driver's license been suspended in the last five (5) years for any reason other than financial responsibility?

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Have you been convicted of, or pled to driving under the influence, as defined in F.S.S. 316.193?

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Have you used recreational or medical Cannabis/Marijuana (including but not limited to cannabis concentrated products such as hashish, hash oil, cannabis tinctures, dabs, etc.) within the past year?

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Within the past 7 years, have you illegally experimented with or used any narcotic or controlled substance such as, but not limited to: PCP, hallucinogens, methaqualone, cocaine, LSD, amphetamines, heroin, steroids, opiates, barbiturates, benzodiazepine, a synthetic narcotic, a designer drug, or any drug of a similar nature?

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Have you sold and/or delivered any illegal substances in your adult life?

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Have you pled guilty or nolo contendre to any felony, or misdemeanor involving false statements?

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