Police Officer; Trainee

Selected non-certified applicants are appointed as Police Officer Trainees on a probationary basis. During academy, salary is $1,219.60/week or $63,419.28/year. Upon satisfactory completion of academy and receipt of State of Florida Law Enforcement Officer certification, trainees are promoted to Certified Police Officer, on probationary status with the following salary of $1,412.03/week or $73,426.00/year.

• Perform general police duties consisting of patrolling an assigned area, responding to requests for police service, conducting preliminary investigations and performing other related duties in accordance with established criteria.
• A Police Officer is required to exercise initiative and discretion in the performance of his/her duties and will be faced with emergency situations. This work involves an element of personal danger.
• Enforces the laws and ordinances of the City and all other pertinent laws.
• Patrols an assigned area during a specific period on foot or in motorized police equipment.
• Checks doors and windows and examines premises of unoccupied buildings or residences in order to detect any suspicious conditions.
• Investigates suspicious conditions and complaints and makes arrests of persons who violate laws and ordinances.
• Accompanies prisoners to headquarters, jail or court and appears in court as arresting officer.
• Testifies in court as required.
• Directs traffic and either arrests or issues citations to those who break traffic laws.
• Checks automobile parking in restricted areas and issues citations when necessary.
• Responds to fires or accidents in assigned area as directed, gives all possible assistance, and prepares necessary reports.
• Maintains order in crowds and attends parades, funerals and other public gatherings.
• Searches for stolen cars and wanted or missing persons.
• Conducts investigations and enforces City and State laws pertaining to juvenile offenders.
• Answers criminal complaints and takes necessary corrective action.
• Gives advice on laws, ordinances and general information to the public.
• Prepares comprehensive reports of activities for review of superior officers.
• Performs first aid and rescue duties.

• Minimum age:
  21
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must have high school diploma or equivalent
• Must have a valid driver's license and meet the North Miami Police Department's driving standards, and the ability to receive a State of Florida driver's license, Class E or higher, by the date of appointment. Out of State applicants will be required to provide a copy of their driving record from the current State of issuance.
• Must be of good moral character
• Never have received a dishonorable discharge from any branch of the U.S. armed service
• Must have 20/30 vision or better (corrected or uncorrected).
• Must qualify on all of the following tests at Broward College, Davie Campus, School of Criminal Justice;
  Miami Dade College, Criminal Justice Institute, or at any FDLE approved location offering these tests:
  • Basic Abilities Test (BAT) – Passing score determined by testing facility:
    Miami Dade College FBAT = 71% or better;
    Broward College CJBAT for LE = 79% or better. Must be completed within the last 4 years. Exemptions to BAT Test:
    Veterans with Honorable Discharge, Associate's Degree or higher.
  • Motor Skills/Physical Agility Test – Must have been completed within the last 6 months. Applicants are responsible for contacting Broward College, Miami Dade College or City of Miami Training Center for BAT and Motor Skills/Physical Agility tests; test locations and links are available from the respective institutions.

Prior to employment, all applicants placed on the Eligible List will be required to qualify on the following:
Personnel History Questionnaire (PHQ);
Video Assessment (B-PAD);
Truth Verification Examination (CVSA);
Psychological Evaluation;
Complete Background Investigation;
Comprehensive Medical Examination, including drug screen;
Interview with the Police Chief. Failure to qualify on any of the above listed tests/selection phases will result in disqualification for this position.

• Good social and general intelligence
• Good knowledge of the traffic laws of the State of Florida
• Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions
• Good judgment
• Some skill in the use of firearms
• Some powers of observation and memory
• Excellent moral character
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle
• Ability to distinguish dominant hues of red, green and brown
• Ability to render first aid
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, to groups and individuals
• Ability to weigh facts and maintain objectivity in making decisions
• Ability to exercise tact, diplomacy and courtesy in dealing with a variety of people
• Ability to adjust to changes in assignments and work shifts without adverse effects upon performance
• Ability to discern objects and people clearly while directing traffic or performing other police duties