Law Enforcement Officer

2 weeks ago


Palm Bay, Florida, United States City of Palm Bay, FL Full time
Compensation: $50,577.00 Annually

Work Type: Full-time

Department: Police Services

Job Overview:
This position is of significant responsibility, requiring engagement with the community and safeguarding lives and property. Duties include conducting patrols, performing criminal investigations, engaging in community policing, and enforcing the laws of the State of Florida along with the ordinances of the City of Palm Bay. The starting salary for certified law enforcement officers in Florida is $50,577.

Position Requirements:
1. Candidates must hold a valid Florida Driver's License prior to employment and maintain a satisfactory driving record.

2. Candidates must meet one of the following qualifications:
  • Possess a current State of Florida Law Enforcement Certification
  • Possess a current Out of State Law Enforcement Certification
  • Be accepted into, currently attending, or have completed a State of Florida Police Academy or an equivalent training program
  • Be in the process of enrolling in a State of Florida Police Academy or an equivalent training program
  • Hold a Conditional Offer of Employment from the City of Palm Bay Police Department for a law enforcement position
(Candidates must obtain Florida certification within six weeks of graduating from the academy).

Applicants are required to submit a City of Palm Bay Employment Application. Resumes alone are insufficient. Please include relevant documentation such as DD214, proof of college degree, FDLE certification, and State of Florida Law Enforcement certification, if applicable.

Important Note: The Palm Bay Police Department has a policy regarding tattoos, which states that tattoos are not permitted on the head, face, neck, scalp, and hands. Non-offensive tattoos are allowed on the arms. Therefore, applicants with tattoos that are visible above a shirt collar or below the wrist and are deemed offensive will not meet this requirement.

Selection Process:
• Candidates must complete an Employment Application and answer all questions thoroughly. Any admissions that violate Police Department Employment Standards will result in disqualification.

• Candidates who pass the background investigation will be interviewed.

• Candidates in this phase will undergo physical agility testing, a comprehensive background investigation, a polygraph examination, a medical examination, a drug test, and a psychological evaluation.

The city continuously evaluates candidates and may place them on an eligibility list. Candidates who do not receive a conditional offer letter will be removed from the eligibility list after one year.

WORKPLACE POLICY: Drug-Free Workplace EOE M/F/D/V/E-Verify. Veterans Preference Eligible Position.

This position is governed by the FOP Florida State Lodge, Police Officers, or Police Sergeants or Police Lieutenants Collective Bargaining Agreements.

Benefits:
- Health Insurance: Options include HDHP, OAPIN, and OAP through Cigna.
- Dental Insurance: Three plans available including DHMO & PPO High/Low plans.
- Vision Insurance: Coverage includes an annual eye exam, frames, lenses, or contact lenses.
- Life Insurance: Provided at no cost, equal to one times the annual base salary, with additional coverage available.
- Short Term Disability: Coverage pays 66 2/3% of the employee's annual base salary for up to 26 weeks.
- Long Term Disability: Coverage pays 66 2/3% of the salary after a 180-day waiting period.
- Pension: Participation in a defined benefit pension plan for sworn police officers and certified firefighters.
- Paid Leave: Accrual of 96 hours of vacation and sick leave per year, with increases after 11 years of service.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Eligible for reimbursement for college-level courses after completing the initial probationary period (currently frozen due to budget constraints).

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