Police Officer Certified

Salary: $51,001.60 – $103,688.00 Annually

Position Summary:

This is a highly responsible position within the City of Miami Gardens Police Department, focused on protecting life and property while fostering strong community relationships. Police Officers perform a wide range of law enforcement duties, including proactive patrol, criminal investigations, community policing initiatives, and enforcement of state laws and City ordinances.

Assignments may include motor patrol, traffic enforcement (including motorcycle operations), code enforcement, bicycle patrol, and foot patrol. Officers work under the direction of higher-ranking personnel and carry out duties in alignment with department policies and standard operating procedures. Officers also participate in community programs, special projects, and department initiatives as assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Performs general law enforcement duties including patrol, traffic enforcement, responding to emergencies, conducting investigations, arresting suspects, and maintaining public safety.
• Responds to calls for service, enforces laws and ordinances, and secures crime scenes and evidence.
• Engages in community policing, crime prevention programs, and public outreach efforts.
• Provides courtroom testimony, writes reports, and maintains accurate records and documentation.
• Assists with traffic control, public events, prisoner transport, and first aid when needed.
• Operates police vehicles, radios, firearms, and other assigned equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintains assigned equipment and participates in required training and continuing education.
• May rotate into specialized units such as Investigations, K-9, DARE, or Community Policing.
• Works under stressful, high-risk conditions with professionalism and sound judgment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned in accordance with Departmental policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be a United States citizen at time of application.
• Must possess a current Florida Police Officer Certification as mandated by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE).
• Must have and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record throughout employment.