POLICE OFFICER (NON-CERTIFIED)

Non-Certified Police Officer Position

To apply for a non-certified police officer position, you must be at least 19 years of age at the time of application and have graduated from high school or obtained a G.E.D. equivalency. Before applying for this position, please ensure that you have:

• Passed the CJBAT (we do not accept the FBAT) and physical agility test; or,
• Can provide proof of registration for the tests

Candidates will not be disqualified during the initial application process if they have not completed the CJBAT or agility test as long as proof of registration for the mentioned tests is provided.

Job summary: A police officer performs responsible law enforcement functions as assigned, including enforcing federal and state laws and local ordinances relating to public safety and welfare. Participates in special programs and projects as assigned. Reports to the Sergeant as assigned.

Minimum qualifications:

• Responds to emergency or high-risk situations; participates in criminal and other investigations.
• Performs general law enforcement duties, including patrolling assigned areas, checking property for security, maintaining order and public safety, responding to traffic accidents/incidents and issuing citations, serving injunctions and other legal papers, apprehending and arresting suspects, questioning suspects, interviewing witnesses and victims, assisting crime and accident victims, investigating alarms, processing crime scenes and collecting evidence, taking statements, etc.
• Participates in criminal / traffic investigations.
• Participates in special teams, programs and projects as assigned.
• Reports all conditions which may affect community safety, including pedestrian and traffic obstacles, hazardous conditions, traffic light problems, etc.
• Performs various public service duties, including directing traffic at school crossings and during special events, providing police escort, assisting stranded motorists, providing security at City events, providing traffic control, etc.
• Provides court testimony as required.
• Receives and responds to citizen inquiries, complaints and requests for assistance; refers public to persons or agencies which can provide further assistance as required.
• Promotes crime prevention and safety theories and practices that can be implemented in communities to deter criminal activity.
• Plans and/or participates in safety / educational programs and presentations at local businesses, schools, community meetings and events.
• Promotes favorable public relations and police/community relations through personal contact with community residents, civic organizations, community/government agencies, social agencies, schools and representatives of business/industry.
• Assists with new officer training as assigned.
• Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Works under stressful, high-risk conditions.
• Remains abreast of all federal and state laws, and ordinances of the city of Miramar.
• Attends required training and continuing education classes.
• Rotates to various positions, which may include but are not limited to Detective, Training Officer, DARE Officer, Community Police Officer, Crime Prevention / Community Programs Officer, K-9 Handler. Completes duties unique to these positions as assigned and as scheduled.
• Prepares and submits various records and reports including incident/accident reports, citations, work orders, daily activity sheets, observation reports, various other logs, reports, memos, etc.
• Operates a police vehicle, bicycle and/or motorcycle; operates police radar, firearms, chemical and impact weapons, restraining devices, two-way radio, camera, and other police-issued equipment, as well as a variety of other equipment including a computer, typewriter, copier, telephone, calculator, etc. Exercises care and safety in the use of equipment required to complete assigned tasks.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, Police Chief, other department supervisors and employees, other City personnel, court personnel, attorneys, other local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, emergency response personnel, medical personnel, community leaders and organizations, suspects, victims, witnesses, and the general public.

Position requirements/qualifications:

To apply for this position, it is required that you have graduated from high school or obtained a G.E.D. equivalency. The city will pay you while you attend the police academy. It is required that you either have taken and passed the CJBAT (we do not accept FBAT) & physical agility tests or you provide proof of registration for these tests. Candidates will not be disqualified during the initial application process if they have not completed the CJBAT or agility with proof of registration.

A non-certified police officer applicant must pass a completed background examination, video assessment and psychological assessment. Additionally, the applicant must also pass a basic aptitude test and physical agility test. These tests are required by the State of Florida for all applicants seeking to become law enforcement officers.

To register for these required tests through Broward College's Criminal Justice Training Center, you must register by creating an account. You may also call CJTS Director Jeff Whitehurst at View phone number on click.appcast.io for more information on the process.

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Minimum requirements:

• Be at least nineteen (19) years of age at time of application.
• Be a citizen of the United States at the time of application.
• Be a high school graduate from an accredited high school or have a GED.
• Have the ability to possess a valid Florida Driver's License by time of employment.
• Be of good moral character.
• Have no felony convictions.
• Not have committed any acts of violence.
• Not have been dishonorably discharged from the military.
• Pass a background investigation
• Pass a physical examination and drug screening
• Pass a psychological screening
• Possess an FDLE certificate or proof of comparative compliance (if certified)
• Complete and submit personal history questionnaire
• Pass a B-PAD (Behavioral Personal Assessment Device) video assessment
• Achieve a pass on the C.J.B.A.T (Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test) test.

General benefits:

The City of Miramar provides benefits for its permanent full-time and part-time employees. Benefits will differ dependent upon the job classification and representation, which include union and unrepresented. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the City of Miramar Human Resources Department.

Vacation: Permanent full-time employees earn up to ten days of vacation during their first year of employment. Accrual begins from the first month of employment, but cannot be used until after the third month of employment.

Sick Leave: Permanent full-time employees accrue sick leave at the rate of one day per month. Accrual begins from the first month of employment, but cannot be used until after the third month of employment.

Health Plan: The City currently provides medical coverage through Aetna. Permanent full-time employees have the option of electing coverage from three plans: Health Network Only Plan (HMO), High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with HSA and Open Access Managed Choice Plan (POS). The City pays the health insurance premium for the employee and 50% of the premium for dependents. The City also offers Dental coverage through Delta Dental.

Pension Plans: Permanent full-time employees are automatically enrolled in one of the City sponsored pension plans. In addition to mandatory contributions made by the City, the employees are required to contribute to the Plan each pay.

Employee Assistance Program: The City of Miramar provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions, Marriage or Family Relationships, Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care, Alcohol and Drug Abuse.

Child Care Provider Discounts: As a City of Miramar employee, you may be eligible to receive a discount on tuition and/or registration fees from one of the City's childcare centers.

Flexible Spending Accounts: The City offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's) that provide employees the ability to make pre-tax payroll deposits to be used for the following expenses:

• Medical – Qualified out-of-pocket medical, dental and vision expenses
• Dependent Care Reimbursement – Qualified childcare