Police Officer
Salary: $56,773.84 – $83,802.78 Annually
Position Summary:
The City is seeking a responsible, trustworthy individual to perform general duty police work involving the prevention of crime and the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Specific assignments are received from a superior officer, however, the employee must be capable of reacting with considerable independent judgment and initiative in dealing with routine and emergency situations.
Essential Functions:
- Patrols an assigned area on foot or by car;
- Answers citizen calls and complaints;
- Responds to and assists in emergency situations;
- Searches for and apprehends offenders;
- Escorts prisoners to county jail and testifies and presents evidence in court;
- Searches for and investigates wanted and missing persons and stolen property;
- Investigates suspected places of illegal activity;
- Enforces vehicle parking and driving laws;
- Administers breathalyzer tests;
- Responds to the scene of crimes and accidents; searches for and preserves evidence; investigates clues;
- Administers first aid to injured or afflicted persons;
- Directs traffic and assists pedestrians at intersections;
- Monitors public establishments for compliance with the law;
- Escorts funerals and parades;
- Writes reports and prepares departmental forms;
- Maintains assigned equipment;
- Attends training sessions and seminars;
- Assists with the training of new officers;
- Assists with natural disaster preparedness and response;
- Assists the Fire Department with general public control during fire emergencies;
- Assists with animal control services;
- Performs other related duties as required.
Requirements:
- High school Diploma or recognized equivalent and Florida State Law Enforcement Certification, Florida Certificate of Police Standards;
- Valid Florida Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record is required.
- Please reference disqualifiers in EPD policy regarding illegal use of controlled substances and body ornamentation & tattoos (contact Human Resources to obtain this document).