Patrol Officer

Position Title

Patrol Officer (4 Positions)

• Police Department.
• City of Zephyrhills.

• Starting Salary: $57,018.27 / $26.11/hr.
• Pay Grade Z-161.
• Non-Exempt / Mandatory Testing.

Fair Labor Standards Act Status:
Applicable.

• Florida Law Enforcement Certified required. (May also consider out-of-state law enforcement certified and requiring an Equivalency Certificate from the State of Florida, Corrections Certified and requiring a Crossover Corrections to Law Enforcement Certification.)
• Applicant must be able to meet the requirements for certification as outlined in Florida State Statutes 943.13, which may be viewed at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
• Ability to maintain and submit accurate reports.
• Must have the ability to get along well with others and be of a temperament, which enables them to handle emergency situations without excitement or panic.
• Must be trustworthy, dependable, honest and able to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Applicant must be able to work all shifts and be in good physical condition.

• Performs general duty police work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances.
• Routine patrol work in an assigned area, preliminary investigation and miscellaneous duties incidental thereto performed in accordance with departmental rules and regulations.
• Exercise initiative and discretion when faced with emergency conditions.

To be announced. May include written, oral, performance, computerized, interview, and/or any combination. Regularly check your email (including junk/spam folder) and telephone messages for notifications.

The compensation package will start at the base salary range and may vary based on proven abilities of the individual selected. The City of Zephyrhills has an excellent benefit package, which includes medical, dental, life insurance, and Florida Retirement System (FRS).

Submit a City law enforcement job application to:

Human Resources,
City of Zephyrhills,
5335 8th Street,
Zephyrhills, FL 33542

Applications available at City Hall or at: https://-Applications

Open Until Filled.

Date Position Available:
January 21, 2026

The City of Zephyrhills is an equal opportunity employer & drug free workplace.