FullTime Police Officers

Location : City of Crestview Police Department, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: POLICE SERVICES
Division: POLICE
This is general duty police work in the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Specific assignments are received as a result of calls for police service and from superior officers and are carried out in accordance with established rules and regulations. Employees must be able to act without direct supervision in meeting emergencies and unusual situations.
Checks doors and windows of business establishments
Serves subpoenas and warrants
Transports prisoners to police station and to detention facility
Testifies and presents evidence in court
Checks on operation of public places for compliance with laws and ordinances
May be assigned special law enforcement related duties such as community relations and information officer
May be assigned to perform specialized tasks requiring knowledge and background of an experienced police officer such as training and dispatching of police calls for service.
High School Diploma or Florida approved GED
Completion of minimum standard courses set by Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training commission prior to being certified as a Police Officer or attendance at certified police academy.
Prefer supplemented college credits in a discipline recognized by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission

Ability to understand the principles and practices of police work and to understand and enforce laws and ordinances relating to police work
Background and personal history standards as established by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission
We are delighted to present our comprehensive benefits package to our full-time employees, which includes an array of exciting offerings: health care, dental and vision plans, retirement options, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and a generous allocation of holidays and paid time off.
Health, Life, Dental, & Vision Insurance: Health insurance is fully covered by the employer for employees, with optional 50% employer-paid dental and employee-paid vision coverage available.
Flexible Spending Accounts: Flexible spending accounts are offered for your convenience.
Retirement Plan: A pension-style plan is available, subject to specific terms.
Employees are eligible for additional benefits such as life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and long-term care through Allstate and AFLAC.
Holidays: Enjoy 13 city-paid holidays each year.