Police Officer

Lake Mary, FL
Lake Mary Police Department

Salary: $23.46 Hourly

Position Summary:

This is difficult work requiring the use of independent judgment in the application of public safety principles, and knowledge of policies/procedures used in responding to emergency and/or difficult situations. Work is normally performed under the indirect supervision of a patrol supervisor or higher ranking official and includes a wide variety of public safety related duties including the protection of life/property, crime prevention and other public safety functions.

Essential Functions:

  • Performs general duties of a police officer to include routine patrol, investigations, traffic control, prisoner transport, also responds to a variety of calls including domestic disputes, robberies, accidents, etc.; physical activities by surveillance of assigned business and residential areas.
  • Notes possible criminal occurrences and takes steps to prevent criminal actions.
  • Investigates crime scenes or accidents.
  • Protects evidence, takes testimony, contacts witnesses, completes reports and assists other public safety personnel as required/directed.
  • Enforces traffic laws and promotes traffic safety.
  • Notes illegal or unsafe driving practices and advises/warns, cites and/or makes arrests as appropriate.
  • Directs traffic, reports unsafe road conditions, and otherwise promotes vehicular and pedestrian safety.
  • Prepares a variety of reports, maintains logs, completes forms, and initiates disposition as required.
  • May be assigned to specialized task forces, various divisions or bureaus within the department.

Requirements:

  • Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
  • Prefer a minimum of 30 college credit hours.
  • Successful completion and maintenance of the State of Florida Basic Standards for Police Officer Certification.
  • Successful completion of L.M.P.D Field Training Program.
  • Florida Law Enforcement Certification.
  • Valid Florida Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record.
  • Must have or be able to complete ICS 100 and 700 courses within six (6) months of hiring.