Law Enforcement Officer (Certified)

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Law Enforcement Officer (Certified) (Experienced | EOT-Eligible)
Agency: Bunnell Police Department, Florida

The Bunnell Police Department (BPD) is a community-focused law enforcement agency serving the City of Bunnell , Florida, located in Flagler County . Bunnell is Florida's second-largest city by land area, encompassing approximately 139 square miles , while serving a close-knit population of approximately 5,000 residents . The department is a 16-officer agency that emphasizes professionalism, accountability, and strong community relationships.

Under the general supervision of a Police Sergeant , Police Officers are responsible for protecting life and property, enforcing federal, state, and municipal laws, preventing crime, responding to emergency and non-emergency calls, conducting investigations, and maintaining positive relationships with residents and businesses. This position requires sound judgment, professionalism, integrity, and the ability to perform effectively in routine, high-risk, and high-stress environments.

This posting is intended for currently certified Florida law enforcement officers , experienced lateral officers , and qualified out-of-state or federal officers eligible for FDLE Equivalency of Training (EOT) or Temporary Employment Authorization .

COMPENSATION & INCENTIVES

• Starting pay: $26.54 per hour
• Annual salary range: $55,203 - $67,850+
• Merit increases: Up to 3% annually
• Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA): Up to 2.5% annually

Incentives include:

• $5,000 State of Florida recruitment bonus for newly certified officers or officers relocating to Florida (if eligible)
• $2,500 sign-on bonus upon successful completion of all Field Training requirements
• Experience pay (based on prior verified sworn service)
• Education incentives:
  
  • State incentive up to $1,440 annually
• Florida Retirement System (FRS) with pension or investment options, transferable to any FRS employer

The department provides all required duty equipment and offers take-home vehicles , including neighboring counties, subject to department policy. The agency is outer-vest friendly, beard-friendly, and tattoo-friendly , in accordance with departmental standards. Employee health insurance is fully paid by the City , with family and cafeteria plans available.

EQUIVALENCY OF TRAINING (EOT) - IMPORTANT NOTICE

Applicants with qualifying out-of-state or federal full-time sworn law enforcement experience within the past eight years may be eligible for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Equivalency of Training (EOT) pathway.

Out-of-state certified officers may also be eligible for FDLE Temporary Employment Authorization (Form 65) , with completion of the EOT process required within six (6) months.

Applicants must obtain CJSTC Form 76 prior to attending an FDLE-approved EOT Course.

To initiate the EOT process and obtain Form 76, applicants must contact GovSource , an official FDLE Assessment Center , and visit:

GovSource provides eligibility review, Form 76 processing, academy placement, course scheduling, state exam preparation, and completion of the FDLE Equivalency of Training process.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Florida Certified Law Enforcement Officer or eligible for FDLE Equivalency of Training (CJSTC Form 76)
• Out-of-state certified officers eligible for FDLE Temporary Employment Authorization (Form 65)
• High school diploma or GED (college degree preferred)
• United States citizen
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain a Florida driver's license within 45 days
• Good verifiable work history
• Ability to communicate fluently in written and spoken English
• No felony convictions
• No misdemeanors involving moral turpitude, false statements, perjury, or domestic violence
• No dishonorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces
• Vision of 20/40 corrected or better
• Good physical condition

Essential Functions

Essential functions include, but are not limited to:

• Patrol operations by vehicle, foot, bicycle, UTV, or other means
• Criminal investigations and crime response
• Traffic enforcement and crash investigation
• Report writing, documentation, and court testimony
• Community engagement and problem-oriented policing
• Emergency response and scene control
• Maintenance of professional appearance, conduct, and physical standards

Officers must demonstrate strong knowledge of Florida criminal law, departmental rules, and police procedures; proficiency with computers and in-car technology; sound decision-making under pressure; and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Essential employees may be required to work during declared or undeclared emergencies.

PROCESSING & SELECTION

Applicants must successfully complete:

• Online application
• Comprehensive background investigation
• Polygraph or CVSA
• Medical examination and drug screening
• Psychological evaluation

Applicants must complete and attach CJSTC Form 58 prior to submitting an application.

TRAINING

Certified officers will complete department orientation, field training, and required in-service training. Officers qualifying under the EOT or Temporary Employment Authorization pathways must complete the FDLE-approved Equivalency of Training Course and successfully pass the Florida State Officer Certification Examination within required timeframes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The position requires medium to heavy physical work, including lifting or pushing up to 100 pounds , running, climbing, kneeling, crawling, restraining subjects, and operating in high-stress and hazardous environments.

Work is performed indoors and outdoors in variable weather conditions. Officers must be able to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, extended hours, and respond to emergency call-outs as required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Bunnell Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification. Reasonable accommodations may be provided in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act .