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Description: POLICE OFFICERSTARTING PAY RATE:$29.7437/hour (Annual rate: $64,960.16 - Entry rate for new Officer). Experience will be considered when determining starting rate.PAY INCENTIVES:Education/Training: Associate $360/year, Bachelor's $960/year, & additional for advanced training, up to $1,560/yearMaster Police Officer Program (MPO): Up to $6,000 annuallyOther: Task Force/Specialty Unit assignments; Evening & Midnight shifts; FTOs, On-call, etc.ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENTS:40+ Off-Duty Details available weekly from 3 to 12 hours, paid at $45--$100/hour (some paid at an overtime rate)City Event assignments paid at double timeADDITIONAL BENEFITS:Take-home vehiclesPension Retirement Plan: Retire/collect at either age 55 or 25 years of credited serviceHealth Benefits: Comprehensive benefit plan including Medical (free employee-only Medical & contribution toward dependents), Dental, Vision, City-paid Life & Disability, etc.Education: Reimburse tuition/misc. course fees for coursework toward a degree (no limit on annual education reimbursement)Holidays: 9 paid annually & 1 floating holiday (holiday pay if worked paid at 1.5x)WORK OBJECTIVEThis is an operational position which encompasses the day-to-day law enforcement work for the city under the general supervision of a designated supervisor. This position performs a wide variety of police and law enforcement activities that are primarily service oriented and include dispensing information, arbitrating disputes, providing assistance through referrals, property protection, crime prevention, traffic, detective, investigative, and other public safety services. Duties are performed in accordance with state statutes and established city/department policies, procedures, guidelines, and ordinances. Officers 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBe a U.S. citizen.At least 19 years of age.No felony convictions.No misdemeanor convictions involving moral character, perjury or false statements.No police record or involvement in any situations involving moral turpitude.Have an Associate Degree (or equivalent number of credit hours) or prior military/police experience.Possess a valid Florida driver license.Good driving record.Ability to work with the general public and fellow employees.No tobacco usage of any kind within the past (1) year.No drug usage within the past three (3) years.Skill in the use of modern computer equipment, police radio, telephones and other office equipment.Successfully pass a written entrance level exam.Successfully pass a physical agility test.Successfully pass a polygraph and psychological exam.Successfully pass the required National Incident Management System (NIMS) classes within 180 days of employment.Reside within thirty-five (35) driven miles of the police station throughout career as determined by MapQuest or Google Maps commencing on the date of employment.Exceptions to the minimum qualifications must be reviewed by the Human Resources Manager and approved by the City Manager prior to job offer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESProfessional demeanor and conduct must be above reproach.Ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritize workloads.Ability to maintain composure and work effectively under stressful conditions and emergency situations.Ability to produce written documents that accurately record complex investigations and actions.Ability to provide proper oral communication skills.Maintain skills in the use of telephone, typing, writing, reading, filing, fax, copier, radio and computers.Knowledge of the regulations, policies and procedures of the department/city.Knowledge of state statutes, city codes, applicable federal laws and court rulings.Knowledge of crime prevention techniques, investigative procedures, court procedures, defensive driving and first aid.Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.Ability to communicate effectively with superiors, subordinate, peers and the general public.Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively.Ability to determine proper courses of action within established framework of policies and procedures.Ability to learn the geography of the city and surrounding areas.Ability to learn and adapt to changing technologies and practices.Ability to sit, while driving, for extended periods of time.Ability to use/apply handcuffs, light flares, fire weapon, perform CPR, etc.Ability to lift objects and/or persons in excess of 100 pounds.Ability to stand for extended periods of time when directing traffic, controlling crowds, working special events, etc.Ability to enter and exit a vehicle quickly while wearing approximately 15 to 20 pounds of equipment.Good night vision and peripheral vision.Maintain a valid Florida driver license.Demonstrate proficiency in the use of assigned firearms, impact weapons and chemical agents, and maintain proficiency throughout career per CJSTC standards.Complete necessary training to maintain police officer certification throughout career per CJSTC standards.Maintain physical conditioning to perform the duties of a police officer throughout career.Demonstrate and maintain proficiency in the operation of motorized vehicles under adverse conditions.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONSTasks involve walking, running, bending, stooping, working in confined spaces, lifting or carrying moderately heavy (20-50 pounds) and occasionally heavy (100 pounds or over) items and/or persons, sits while driving for extended periods of time and in extreme/hazardous conditions, stands for extended periods of time, use of firearms, and use of non-lethal weapons/devices.Tasks may be performed in adverse environmental conditions such as heat, cold, rain and potentially dangerous environments.Exposed to putrid odors, diseases, chemicals and excessive noise.Tasks require color, depth, sound, texture and visual perception and discrimination and oral communication ability.Runs, climbs over fences and walls to subdue suspects.