Police Officer Recruit

Salary : $45,198.40 - $74,588.80 Annually
Location : Titusville, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-0701
Department: Law Enforcement - 801
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
Closing Date: 7/31/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A


JOB SUMMARY
Under direction, attends a basic Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission, Florida Department of Law Enforcement Police Officer Academy to obtain the basic skills and fitness level necessary for performance of Police Officer duties. This is the non-sworn, entry-level class in the Police Officer series. Incumbents in this classification receive training in a controlled classroom environment. Advancement to the sworn Police Officer level is based on meeting minimum qualification standards, satisfactory performance in the academy, and availability of positions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)

• Attend the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission, Florida Department of Law Enforcement Police Officer Academy to acquire basic police skills and fitness required for officer duties.
• Occasionally perform non-sworn Community Service Officer duties, such as determining crime classification and whether a crime occurred.
• Prepare police offense and incident reports based on phone and in-person calls.
• Participate in case review and prepare administrative reports.
• Provide general law enforcement and community service information to the public.
• Receive and assess incoming calls, determining the caller's identity and the nature of their call.
• Operate telephones, fax machines, word processors, computers, copiers, and testify as a witness in court.
• Direct traffic and transport police vehicles for servicing when necessary.
• Act as a scribe/runner for command staff during major incidents.
• Perform related duties as required or necessary, with responsibilities possibly changing to meet business needs:

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills :

• Knowledge of basic English, grammar, and spelling.
• Ability to learn laws, police procedures, law enforcement techniques, and first aid.
• Ability to prepare accurate records and reports.
• Ability to learn and apply department radio codes.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Capacity to professionally handle public interactions, including verbal abuse.
• Skilled at obtaining information through interviews, interrogations, and observations.
• Ability to work long hours and handle the physical demands of police work.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or state equivalent (GED). Possession of a two-year, four-year, or advanced degree from an accredited college or university is desirable. College course work in police science, criminal justice, or a related field is desirable. Must be 19 years of age as of the date of hire. Must be a United States citizen or meet citizenship requirements. Must be of good moral character with no felony convictions.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possess a valid Florida Operator's License with no restrictions other than corrective lenses.
• Must reside within a fifty (50) mile radius of the City of Titusville. Successfully complete a physical and drug screen, fingerprinting, background check, polygraph, psychological tests, and driving record check.
• Able to work in a high-stress police training academy environment, including indoor classrooms and an outdoor physical abilities course, with exposure to noise, smoke, and fumes
• Work may involve rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays
• Must have telephone service at residence.
• Must meet the criteria for issuance of a notary public commission.

Physical Abilities Test (P.A.T.) Requirements:

• Applicants for the Police Officer Recruit (POR) position must complete a Waiver of Liability and Consent Form, and a P.A.T. as part of the background process.
• The P.A.T. is a mandatory requirement for anyone applying for a Police Officer or Police Officer Recruit position with the City of Titusville.
• P.A.T. requirements are job-related and nondiscriminatory.

This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current Drugs and Alcohol policy.

During occasions of local emergencies this position may be required to report to perform emergency tasks, which may result in extended work hours as well as extended periods of time away from family members. The Incident Commander and the employee's department Head will make the determination as to who will be required to work.

PYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.


Must be able to move 150-pound objects up to 100 feet in an emergency. Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, running, standing, sitting, walking, and operating motor vehicle for prolonged periods of time; climbing obstructions, complete mobility of all limbs and discharging firearms; operating motorized vehicles; lifting and pushing,
Additional physical abilities required:

• Speaking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken English word including the ability to convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately and concisely. Ability to communicate verbally both in person and over the phone.
• Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word including those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Visual Acuity: Have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles, include close vision, distant vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must possess the visual acuity distinguish details and differences when observing people, places, or things in law enforcement work.
• Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances. Including ability to walk in uneven terrain on a daily basis.
• Running: Must be able to run extended distances and apprehend fleeing suspects.
• Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.
• Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
• Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Handling: Holding, or otherwise working, primarily with the whole hand.
• Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discrimination in sound.
• Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.
• Mental Acuity: Ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes.
• Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw or haul objects in a sustained motion.
• Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.


The City of Titusville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the American's with Disabilities Act, the City of Titusville will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.


E.O.E. The City of Titusville prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.


Acknowledged and accepted:

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Complete Benefits Package for Full-Time General Employees

Health, Dental, Vision Coverage:
-Active 1st of the month after completions of 2 full months of service.

Retirement Savings:
-401A ( up to 4% match of base pay with City contribution)
-457B


Retirement:
City employees become enrolled in the Pension Plan from the first day of employment

Life Insurance:
-2x base salary, rounded to next $1,000 city paid (additional optional life insurance plan available)

Holidays:
-9 days per year
-2 floating holidays per year (after 6 month probationary period has been completed)

Vacation Leave:
- 80 hours/year, increases 88 hours/ year after second year and then in two year increments.
Vacation leave credit may be accumilated to a maximum of 120 hours in addition to that authorized in an anniversary year.

Sick Leave:
- 8 hours allowance accumulated for each month of service completed.

Bereavement Leave
Vacation Buyback Program
Sick Leave Donation Program
Incentive Pay

Family Friendly:
-Flexible hours and schedules to accommodate employee and City needs

Employee Recognition:
-Annual performance feedback
-Employee of the Month recognition
-City Employee of the Year recognition
-Annual Employee recognition event


Well Being:
-Annual Health Access Program
-Comprehensive Wellness Program
-Employee Health & Wellness Facility (shared with Brevard County)
-Membership discount (Parrish)
-Community Programs/Classes (Parrish partnership)
-Wellness Portal (Aetna)
-Wellness Education (Lunch & Learn)
-Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
-Employee Health Clinic (for enrolled employees and dependents)
-Discounts through Tickets at Work

Tuition Reimbursement:
Employees may be reimbursed for approved tuition requests for grade received:
A=100%
B= 75%
C= 50%
Reimbursement does not include books, student activity fees, etc.

Full-time employment with the City of Titusville qualifies you for Public Service Loan Forgiveness once you meet all requirements. Please check website for details.
01


Do you possess a valid Florida Operator's Driver's License with no restrictions other than corrective lenses?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you currently reside within a fifty (50) mile radius of the City of Titusville, or are you willing and able to meet this requirement by the date of hire?

• Yes
• No

03


Are you able to meet the eligibility criteria for issuance of a Florida Notary Public commission?

• Yes
• No

04


I understand that failure to meet or maintain any of the above requirements may result in disqualification from the selection process or termination of employment.

• Yes
• No

05


Do you possess a High School Diploma or state-recognized equivalent (GED)?

• Yes
• No

06


Will you be at least 19 years of age as of the date of hire?

• Yes
• No

07


Are you a United States citizen or otherwise legally authorized to meet citizenship requirements for employment in this position?

• Yes
• No

08


Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

• Yes
• No

09


I understand that any false or misleading information provided in my application or during the selection process may result in disqualification or termination.

• Yes
• No

10


I understand that if offered employment in this position, I must successfully complete pre-employment testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

• Yes
• No

Required Question