Police Officer Trainee

Panama City, FL
Panama City Police Department

Salary: $41,288.00 Annually.

Position Summary:

Work is performed under the leadership and guidance of the Chief of Police. This is a trainee classification which facilitates progression into the position of Police Officer I. Applicants are hired under a temporary employment authorization for a period not to exceed 12 months to complete the full-time State of Florida Law Enforcement Basic Recruit Training Program.

Essential Functions:

  • Attend and successfully complete the full-time Basic Recruit Training Program or Exemption from Training (EFT) Program.
  • Must successfully complete the State of Florida Law Enforcement Certification Exam within sixty days of graduating from the training program.
  • May be assigned to specific units within the department in a support role requiring the performance of specialized duties.
  • Complete assigned paperwork and computer records accurately and timely.
  • Provide general information to the public.
  • Subject to recall during states of emergency or department needs.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Must be at least 19 years of age.
  • Must be a citizen of the United States.
  • Must be a high school graduate or its equivalent.
  • Must have never received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.
  • Must be enrolled and attending an accredited State of Florida Law Enforcement Academy, Basic Recruit Training Program or Exemption from Training (EFT) Program.
  • Must have completed High Liability courses in the accredited State of Florida Law Enforcement Academy, Basic Recruit Training Program or Exemption from Training (EFT) Program.
  • Complete all state training and certification requirements.
  • Visual ability must be correctable to 20/20 in each eye with normal color distinction and depth perception.
  • Must reside within a 50-mile radius of the police department to participate in the take home car program.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid Class E state driver license and have a satisfactory driving history.
  • Must have no convictions for any felony, perjury, false statement, or domestic violence, as well as no DUI conviction within five years of application. Other arrest histories are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
  • Must have no pending criminal charges.
  • Meet all minimum hiring standards to include Computer Voice Stress Analysis (CVSA) truth verification, written testing, oral review board, completion of a background investigation, physical ability test, psychological exam, pre-employment physical and firearms qualification.
  • Applicants should truthfully complete the questions on the City Employment application. Any omissions, falsifications, misstatements, or misrepresentations of the information provided may disqualify the applicant.
  • Must sign a reimbursement agreement if any training expenses are incurred by the City of Panama City for Basic Recruit training and State Certification exam. This agreement will require a two-year commitment/contract to the City of Panama City upon accepting promotion to a Police Officer I position.