Police Officer - Certified

Description

All police officers hired will start at $29.28/hour $60,902.40/annual rate. The salary shown on this posting is a range; BUT everyone, regardless of years of service, whether in Florida or Out of State, will start at $25.80/hour. We do not offer lateral, year for year, or monetary compensation for prior years of law enforcement service.

Candidate must be proficient in the English language, both verbally and written.

We are seeking candidates for the Fort Myers Police Department with no supervisory responsibilities for this position.

• Responsible for the protection of the public through the enforcement of State laws and City ordinances.
• Answer complaints, investigate accidents, make arrests, conduct preliminary investigations, conduct citizen and business contacts, participate in stakeouts and patrol assigned areas.
• Testify in court, as needed.
• Prepare daily reports, booking reports, vehicle inventory reports, and accident reports, as required.
• May be assigned to other duties involving special training.
• This position requires regular and reliable attendance and the employee’s physical presence at the workplace.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Thorough knowledge of applicable laws, state statutes and ordinances.
• Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective internal/external working relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Ability to operate necessary equipment, including vehicle, computer, radio, and firearm.

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED

• Mandatory Drug/Alcohol Testing required.
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
• Must be a United States Citizen
• Must be a Florida Certified Law Enforcement Officer
• Must be 21 years of age
• Must meet the driving requirements as defined in the City of Fort Myers driving policy
• Must not have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the United States Armed Forces. Additional restrictions apply to no contest pleas in criminal cases.
• Must not have been convicted of any felony
• Must not have been convicted of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement
• Must not have been convicted of any act of domestic violence
• Never have been charged or convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude
• Must meet restrictive drug standard
• Must pass physical fitness assessment
• Must submit to a complete background investigation including fingerprint check, polygraph, and psychological evaluation and found to be of good character
• Have fingerprints on file with the department after the completion of the initial interview
• Submit an affidavit attesting to the compliance of the above standards
• Must meet requirements of periodic in-service training and weaponry qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

• New hires may be eligible for several state benefits under Florida House Bill 3, including: RECRUITMENT BONUS up to $5,000 (one-time); SIGN-ON BONUS $5,000 (repayment required if leaving within 2 years); HOUSING STIPEND $500 monthly; SPONSORSHIP through Southwest Florida Public Service Academy for tuition costs.
• Perks include free city-paid employee health coverage, pension and retirement plans, life insurance, vision, dental, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, on-site gym, and other benefits.

THIS POSTING SHALL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL ALL POSITIONS ARE FILLED. This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Safety Sensitive: YES Level II Screening: NO

This work typically requires the following physical activities to be performed:

• Balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, fingering, grasping, handling
• Hearing, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping
• Walking and visual acuity tasks including color, depth perception, and field of vision

Work Performed Is Primarily: Heavy work involving exertion of up to 100 pounds of force…