Police Officer Uncertified (Police Cadet Job Plantation Gardens Florida USA,Government

Position: POLICE OFFICER UNCERTIFIED (POLICE CADET)
Location: Plantation Gardens

The Plantation Police Department is seeking qualified individuals for the position of Police Officer. This role involves the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Police Officers follow departmental rules and regulations, receiving instructions from higher-ranking police personnel.

Note:

This position is designated as 'ESSENTIAL' during declared emergencies and requires National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the appropriate level.

All applicants must meet all requirements of the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission and those of the Plantation Police Department.

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KEY REQUIRMENTS

U.S. Citizen: Must be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years old at the time of application.

Valid Florida Driver’s License: Must have a good driving record.

No license suspensions in the last 2 years.
No more than 2 suspensions in the last 5 years (unless due to error).

No Felony Convictions: Must never have been convicted of a felony or any crime that would question your moral character.

Physical & Written Tests:

Must pass tests at Broward College Criminal Justice Institute:
- Basic Motor Skills Test
- Swim Test
- Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (CJBAT) (
  
  Note:
  
  CJBAT is not required for those with an Associate's degree or higher or military veterans with an Honorable Discharge)

Disqualifying Factors

DUI or DWI
Leaving the scene of an accident (with or without injury)
Failure to report an accident involving injuries
Failure to render aid at an accident
Vehicular homicide
Fleeing or eluding a Police Officer
Reckless driving
More than 2 license suspensions during a 5 year period
Any more than 5 moving violations in past 5 years
An applicant who shows a history of "at fault" accidents
Any failure to disclose any Driver's License information without reasonable explanation
Three (3) moving violations committed during any 12 month period within Five (5) years of application date
No visible tattoos above the collar are permitted while on duty
Body ornamentation shall not be visible or exposed while on duty

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Birth Certificate

High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent)

Social Security Card (current name)

Valid Driver’s License

Test Results:

Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (CJBAT)
Basic Motor Skills Test
Swim Test

Applicant Background Information Form (with notarized signature)

FDLE Waiver CJSTC
58 Form (with notarized signature)

DD-214 (if applicable):
Reflecting character of service and Veteran's Preference Certification (FDVA form VP-1), and or Statement of Non-Military Service

Additional Documentation (upon request)

Applicants with a college, university, or vocational diploma must have their official transcripts mailed directly to:
City of Plantation Police Department, 451 NW 70 Terrace, Plantation, FL 33317

For foreign education:

Transcripts must be translated by a certified translator, with the translation notarized as accurate.
Transcripts must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service.

All legal documents indicating all name changes, including, but not limited to:

Marriage License
Divorce Decree
Court documents indicating name change

If a naturalized citizen, original naturalization papers must be shown at the Human Resources Department. DO NOT copy Certificate of Naturalization (Federal Offense).

State Police Standards Certificate:
State certification as a Police or Corrections Officer including certificates, diplomas, grade reports, transcripts and curricula, which will be used to evaluate for equivalency of training.

If you have ever been arrested or charged with any crime as an adult, a copy of the court's disposition MUST be included with the application.

TESTING:

Applicants must pass all pre-employment tests.…