Police Officers & Law Enforcement Officers

Police Officer

This position performs general law enforcement work in order to preserve public peace, to protect lives, property and rights of the public; to enforce statutory law and municipal ordinances; to deter crime; and to respond to calls for law enforcement assistance. Duties may vary according to specific assignments on assigned patrol shift of Uniform Services. Works under general supervision. Fair Labor Standards Act overtime provisions will apply. Per Florida Statute 295.065, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and that certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

Maintains visibility by patrolling assigned area, city streets, parks, neighborhoods, and businesses in a marked police vehicle; remains alert to suspicious activities or persons and reacts appropriately; performs surveillance of various locations and of criminal suspects; collects and reviews data; files intelligence reports.

Monitors radio and responds to emergency calls/calls for assistance; communicates with radio dispatcher and responds to complaints, reports of criminal events, requests for law enforcement, and domestic or public disputes; provides backup assistance to fellow officers as requested/necessary; testifies in court.

obtains warrants and performs various search operations; administers field sobriety tests; Completes and/or reviews paperwork documenting shift and incident activities; completes and prepares a variety of forms, logs, requests, records, reports, correspondence and various other documents associated with daily responsibilities of this position; maintains administrative records/files.

Responds to questions, complaints, and requests for information by telephone or in person from merchants, community/civic organizations, the public, employees, superiors, and other individuals.

Enters/retrieves data to/from computer systems; stolen property, arrest and wanted persons information, investigation data and criminal/driving records checks; Attends shift meetings, seminars, and specialized/update training sessions as required to maintain knowledge of departmental and city operations, to promote improved job performance, and to maintain knowledge of changing policies, procedures, codes, and laws.

Cooperates with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and their officers or representatives when activities are related to investigations within city jurisdiction; appears in court to present evidence and testimony.

community outreach and education programs such as crime prevention, explorer programs and grant programs; special units such as traffic, canine, bike patrol, narcotics or internal training positions such as Recruitment/Training Officer and Field Training Officer; attends/assists community meetings, activities, programs and special events; Maintains police vehicle and equipment, including firearms; Answers the telephone; High school diploma or GED.

Florida Law Enforcement Certification is required.

Completion of Minimum Standards Courses as set forth by the Florida Police Standards.

Essential Physical Functions & Environmental Conditions

Communicates effectively both orally and in writing.

Maintain a high level of physical fitness, strength and agility, which meets the physical requirements of the Florida Law Enforcement Certification.

Some tasks are performed in highly critical and hazardous conditions where fire and/or other life threatening situations occur. The Americans with Disabilities Act requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.