Police Officer

DeFuniak Springs, FL
DeFuniak Springs Police Department

Position Summary:

This position provides for the care and control of security and safety for the City of DeFuniak Springs, Florida. It also carries out the responsibilities of an entry-level Florida/DeFuniak Springs peace officer and performs general duty police work or specialized police work in the protection of life and property.

Essential Functions:

  • Interacts with a culturally and socially diverse population, and maintains public order by preventing crime, enforcing laws and ordinances.
  • Consists of routine patrol responding to public safety calls, preliminary investigations, and traffic control duties within the city limits while on an assigned shift.
  • Assists in the training and evaluation of Police Officers and Recruits.
  • Handles high risk tactical operations or hostage situations.
  • Conducts crime scene investigations for the detection of latent impressions and other physical evidence.
  • Conducts investigations, follow-up investigations and prepares cases for prosecution.
  • Makes arrests; issues summonses/citations, and warnings.
  • Interacts with community organizations and represents the Police Department.
  • Renders first aid at accidents, and investigates causes and results of accidents.
  • Requires responsibility for making decisions regarding actions to be taken and for independent judgment in the interpretation of policies and procedures, as well as application of laws and ordinances.
  • Adheres to work schedule and attendance requirements.
  • Adheres to all safety rules and regulations.
  • Performs other duties as directed and required.
  • Must create a positive public image as a representative of the city.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
  • Basic Entry Level – Police Officer – No Experience.
  • Must hold a current Florida Law Enforcement Officer’s State Certification or a passing score on the FDLE Basic Law Enforcement Officers Certification Test within the past year and the successful completion of an approved course of study from Florida Law Enforcement Officer’s Basic Recruit Training from a recognized school and continue to meet all Florida Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Training requirements.
  • Requires a valid Florida driver’s license.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Knowledge of the City of DeFuniak Springs area is desired.