Police Officer (Certified) in Police Department at City of Fort Lauderdale
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Job Description
Department: Police
Job Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $81,723.20 - $120,036.80 Annually
Job Number: 614-25
Location Police Department, 1300 West Broward Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312, FL
Description:
POSITION SUMMARY
The Fort Lauderdale Police Department is now offering a Sign-on Bonus for Certified Police Officers. Candidates who successfully complete the selection process and are hired by the agency will receive a one-time payment of $7,500 upon successful completion of State Officer Certification Exam.
The City of Fort Lauderdale's Police Officers are responsible for maintaining peace and safety, protecting life and property, and promoting community engagement and trust. Fort Lauderdale Police Officers serve a highly diverse multicultural community.
This job classification is included within the bargaining unit represented by the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and the FOP.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR SUBMITTING ON-LINE APPLICATION
Failure to submit ALL of the required documents will result in your application being incomplete and not processed.
1. POLICE OFFICER CERTIFICATION (FDLE; FEDERAL OR CURRENT STATE POLICE OFFICER CERTIFICATION WITH COPY OF ACADEMY CURRICULUM)
2. DD214 MILITARY RELEASE FORM - MEMBER 4 COPY (if applicable)
3. PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST (PAT)*
4. DRIVING HISTORY
*FOR OUT OF STATE APPLICANTS- Proof of successful completion of PAT is not required with the application, however candidates must successfully complete all of these exams prior to the date of hire.
- ORAL BOARD INTERVIEW
- POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION
- COMPREHENSIVE BACKGROUND CHECK
- PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION
- MEDICAL/PHYSICAL EXAMINATION
NOTE: The duties of this position will include all of those duties set forth in the official job description.
JOB REQUIREMENTS, PREFERENCES & WORK ENVIRONMENT1. Be at least 19 years of age.
2. Be a United States citizen (U.S. born or naturalized).
3. Have a U.S. high school education, General Education Development (GED) or equivalent, which includes United States Armed Forces Institute (USAFI) tests. Equivalence of Non-U.S. education must be approved by the State of Florida's Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (If a degree was acquired in a country other than the United States, evidence of equivalence from a recognized agency must be provided.)
4. Not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement or have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.
5. Possess a valid Florida driver's license or obtain within 30 days of appointment.
6. Must meet one of the requirements below:
- Possess a valid Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Police Officer Certification.
- Must provide copy of certification
- Possess a certification from another Federal or State Law Enforcement Agency and worked as a full-time Police Officer for at least one (1) year (excluding police academy training hours) – Must provide State certification and academy training curriculum.
- Completed an Equivalency of Academy Training program approved by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. – Must provide copy of certification.
7. Shall be non-user of tobacco products which include, but may not be limited to cigarettes, e-cigarettes or vapor cigarettes, cigars, pipes, smokeless tobacco of any kind at all times (whether on or off duty).
8. Must be able to successfully complete all City of Fort Lauderdale required pre-employment examination requirements.9. Have a good moral character as determined by a background investigation under procedures established by the Criminal Justice Standards & Training Commission.
10. If claiming Veterans’ Preference, you must attach a copy of the DD214 Member 4 form (or other supporting claim documents) to your on-line application.
The FLPD is one of the finest in the country, and as such, employs the best qualified applicants. During the examination process, emphasis is placed on a candidate's CHARACTER. Indications of a candidate’s honesty and integrity begin with the submission of the application. All information provided on a candidate’s application, and all other forms submitted for processing, must be TRUE, ACCURATE, and WITHOUT OMMISSION, as well as in all other stages of the testing process. This is a critical component of the process in determining if the MORAL CHARACTER of a candidate is appropriate for employment as a Police Officer. Failure to meet and/or maintain this determination can result in a candidate’s removal from the application process. We will verify the candidate’s information through various sources, including an intensive background investigation and a comprehensive polygraph examination.
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SALARY
The salary range for Certified Police Officer is $81,723.20-$120,036.80, annually. Experienced Police Officers may be offered a higher starting salary based on their years of service (not inclusive of academy training time) as detailed below:
- 1 - 2.9 years of service $85,092 minimum annual salary
- 3 - 4.9 years of service $88,441 minimum annual salary
- 5 - 6.9 years of service $91,998 minimum annual salary
- 7 - 8.9 years of service $95,326 minimum annual salary
- 9 or more years of service $ 98,779 minimum annual salary
Average workweek is forty (40) hours with overtime or compensatory time off (at time-and-one-half) for hours in excess of forty (40) hours in a standard workweek. After one (1) year of service with the City, a Police Officer may request preference for shift assignment once each calendar year. Such assignments are based upon departmental seniority and your preference.
EQUIPMENT
With the exception of footwear, all uniforms and required equipment are furnished by the department.
BENEFITS:
Retirement
Police Officers are eligible for normal retirement after twenty-four (24) years of service computed at 3.38% percent per year up to a maximum of 81%. The retirement plan is supported by the City and is contributory on the part of the employee, who is required to contribute ten percent (10%) of his/her (pre-tax) gross salary. Post retirement pay step benefit of three percent (3%) every three years, starting after the third year of retirement.
Vacation - Sick Leave - Hospitalization
Vacation is accrued at a rate of 120.12 hrs. per year; also eligible for ten (10) paid holidays
There is also sick leave benefit (with options to convert sick leave to vacation or cash.)
The Union will provide and administer a comprehensive group health and dental plan for all members of the Bargaining Unit.
Tuition Refund
After one (1) year of service with the City, a Police Officer may participate in the Tuition Refund program for partial or full reimbursement of tuition for job-related college course work (based on grades).
As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads. HOW TO APPLY & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
For technical support with your application, contact GovernmentJobs.com from 9 am to 9 pm EST, Monday to Friday, at (855) 524-5627 or emailsupport@governmentjobs.com.
Benefits:
The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.
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