Police Officers - Full-time and Part-time

Salary: $30.70 Hourly
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Police
Under general supervision of a Sergeant, performs a wide variety of police and law enforcement activities. Duties include an element of personal danger, exposure to adverse weather conditions, apprehending criminals and directing traffic. Incumbents perform duties in accordance with Florida State Statutes and established departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines. Work is reviewed through observation, conferences, and review of written reports for results obtained and adherence to established policies and procedures.

Maintains an open line of communications within the community.
Initiates contacts with both business owners and staff as well as residents.
Responds to calls for police service, takes action upon observing a circumstance or situation requiring police attention and wears required issued equipment.
Responds to domestic disputes, disturbances and other incidents and attempts to resolve through counseling or referral.
Settles disputes among neighbors, juveniles, and other citizens.
Handles complaints from citizens of the community.
Facilitates solutions to community problems.
Provides information and/or assistance to the public.
Answers a wide range of non-police related service calls.
Informs citizens of available services in the community.
Maintains the peace and the safety of the community.
Prepares written reports, forms, and other documents as required.
Reports orally, or in writing, upon matters of concern to public safety of the city.
Testifies in legal proceedings.
Testifies in civil and criminal court proceedings.
Provides support and assistance to other police officers public safety employees, city employees.
High School Graduate or equivalent; Meet current state training requirements necessary to obtain State of Florida police officer certification.
This is an important step in reviewing the KSA's and Physical, Environmental, and Sensory Requirements.

This position is considered "Mission Critical" (aka "Essential") and is required to report to duty before, during, and immediately after a civil emergency.
All applicants must attest that they have not used tobacco or nicotine products for the preceding 3-month period from the date of application. Most benefits take effect the first of the month following the first 60 days of employment, with some taking effect immediately (deferred compensation, FRS, etc.).
Medical and Dental Insurance (two medical programs and two dental programs are offered to meet your needs) - 4 tiers of coverage to choose from
A robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering 24/7 assistance and support (this benefit is provided to full-time and part-time employees)
An Employee Health Center (EHC) - a benefit provided at no cost to employees and dependents on the City's health insurance
Life Insurance , Supplemental Life Insurance, and Dependent Life Insurance
Deferred compensation through MissionSquare Retirement - several options to choose from
Retirement benefits through the Florida Retirement System (FRS) - the City and employee share in the contributions
Supplemental insurance offerings including AFLAC, Liberty Mutual, US Legal, Pet Benefit Solutions and Nationwide Pet Insurance
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
Long Term Disability Insurance and Short Term Disability Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement - up to 18 credits per fiscal year with no $ limit (budget dependent; Tuition Deferral agreements with several universities - partners with tuition reimbursement program
The City also offers Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Optional Holidays, and a Birthday Day. Collective Bargaining Agreements may offer other provisions or additional benefits (such as Long-Term Disability or Short-Term Disability, at the City's expense, etc.).

To learn more about our well-rounded benefits programming, visit our website:
The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. Are you currently attending the Police Academy?
Are you currently a Florida State Certified Police Officer?
Are you a citizen of the United States?
Have you earned a high school diploma or equivalent for law enforcement applicants?
Have you been convicted of any felony or misdemeanor involving perjury or false statements? *Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to, or is found guilty of a felony, or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, shall not be eligible for employment or appointment as an officer, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication.
Are you aware that documentation of processed fingerprints must be on file with the City of Stuart Police Department?
Are you aware that a background investigation under procedures established by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission will be conducted?
Has your driver's license Driver's License been suspended in the last five (5) years for any reason other than financial responsibility?
Have you used recreational or medical Cannabis/Marijuana (including but not limited to cannabis concentrated products such as hashish, hash oil, cannabis tinctures, dabs, etc.) Have you sold and/or delivered any illegal substances in your adult life?
Have you pled guilty or nolo contendre to any felony?