Police Officer Candidate (Certified and Non-Certified)

Police Officer

The City of Boca Raton is seeking candidates for the position of Police Officer. This role involves protecting and serving the community through enforcement of city ordinances and state and federal laws, preventing crimes, apprehending criminals, and providing aid and assistance.

Applicants who qualify will undergo an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include evaluation of training and experience; written test; computer-based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check including complete driving record history; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 16 to 24 weeks. Reapplication is allowable after six (6) months.

To be considered for employment with the City of Boca Raton, applicants must provide at least ten (10) years of continuous employment history, if applicable. In the event the applicant has not been employed for ten (10) continuous years, all time for the ten (10) year period prior to the date of application must be accounted for including periods of school, unemployment and retirement. Non-certified officer candidates will be required to attend a Florida Criminal Justice Entry Level Training Program (police academy) selected by the department. In addition to the department's established hiring criteria, candidates must meet all training center entrance requirements and maintain academic and performance standards throughout the course of study.

Physical agility test required for all applicants. Possession of a valid State of Florida driver's license with no more than six (6) points for the past three (3) years. You may apply for employment before obtaining a Florida Driver's License. If selected, you must obtain a valid Florida Driver's License before starting work as a Boca Raton Police Officer.

To be considered for the position of police officer, you must:

• Be at least 19 years of age
• Be a citizen of the United States
• Not have been convicted of a felony
• Not have been convicted of perjury
• Be of good moral character
• Note: While on duty, employees are not permitted to have any tattoos visible

The applicant must successfully pass a complete background investigation to the satisfaction of the employer prior to appointment. The background check process for this position may include:

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verification
• Reference Checks
• Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check
• Workers' Compensation
• Certification/License Verification
• Credit Check
• Fingerprinting
• Polygraph
• Neighborhood Check
• Psychological Examination
• Physical
• Drug and Alcohol Screen
• Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)

The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.