Police Officer Candidate (Certified and Non-Certified)

Boca Raton, FL
Boca Raton Police Department

Salary: $87,491.04 Annually

Position Summary:

Performs difficult professional work to protect and serve the citizens through enforcement of city ordinances and state and federal laws, prevent crimes, apprehend criminals, and provide aid and assistance. Work is performed under regular supervision. Performs related tasks as required.

Essential Functions:

  • Responds to calls for service for emergencies and non-emergencies;
  • Prepares reports, affidavits, and other documentation as required;
  • Conducts investigations of calls for service and crime scenes;
  • Arrests and processes persons committing felonies/misdemeanors and city code violations;
  • Patrols business and residential areas, and works with CRIME WATCH coordinator;
  • Enforces laws, investigates accidents and directs traffic.

Requirements:

  • 60 credits of college OR
  • Two (2) years of military experience with an honorable discharge OR
  • Two (2) years of prior law enforcement experience OR
  • Completed certificate program from a vocational or trade school WITH (2) years of work history OR
  • (4) years of continuous military reserve time WITH (2) years of work history.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen with no convictions of a felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude.
  • Must be at least 19 years of age.
  • Must be available to be on call 24 hours a day.