Police Officer

POLICE OFFICER

Police Department

Open until filled.
- Be 21 years of age or older
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by completion of basic police officer training academy
- Have U.S. citizenship
- Be able to pass a medical examination
- Be able to pass a thorough background check
- Possess a valid Florida driver’s license or be able to obtain one prior to employment

**Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**:

- Demonstrated ability to perform work requiring little supervision
- Good physical condition
- Sound conflict resolution skills
- Sound oral and written communication skills
- Technical competence with computers

**Benefits**:

- Vacation leave (0-4 years = 2 weeks; 5-9 years = 3 weeks; 10 years+ = 4 weeks)
- Personal days (3 days annually)
- Paid holidays (13 days annually)
- Sick leave (96 hours annually)
- Defined Benefit retirement plan with 6% employee contribution
- Life, Health and Dental Insurance (individual Health/Dental coverages at 100%)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

***Deadline: Open until filled.