Certified Police Officer

City of Miami Beach•Miami Beach, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs general police functions to prevent crime, protect life and property, apprehend criminal offenders, enforce laws and ordinances, maintain community order, provide human services, and give the public information and assistance. The position may involve patrol, investigative activities, or specialized and technical police functions. Responding to dangerous, high-profile, unexpected, or unusual events contributes to the complexity of the work. Success supports enforcement of laws and the safety of life and property in the City of Miami Beach. The officer may perform patrol, traffic enforcement and accident investigation, community outreach, investigations, custody and prisoner-related duties, and assignments with specialized or operational units. The role involves contact with City personnel, other law enforcement agencies, emergency-response personnel, and the public to exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services. The position is an essential City employee role and requires reporting to work as directed during an emergency.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years old at the time of hire.
Have a U.S. high school diploma or equivalent; equivalence of non-U.S. education must be approved by the State of Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission.
Meet at least one law-enforcement training or certification criterion: hold an active Florida Basic Law Enforcement Certification in good standing; have completed Basic Law Enforcement Training and passed all sections of the State Certification exam; hold a Florida Corrections Cross Training Certification or Compliance Certification; or be attending a Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy and achieve certification by the time of hire.
Meet at least one of the following: possess a bachelor's degree; have completed three years of full-time or active-duty military service with an honorable discharge; have completed two years of verifiable, satisfactory police service; or be at least 23 at application and have three years of verifiable, satisfactory, continuous and/or progressive employment.
Be a U.S. citizen before appointment. Applicants who are not U.S. citizens must have applied for citizenship by the application closing date.
Have no disqualifying felony conviction or misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, and no dishonorable discharge from any U.S. Armed Forces branch, subject to the statutory qualifications described in the posting.
Meet all requirements during the background investigation, including drug testing.
Meet the stated physical requirements and pass a physical examination by the City's licensed physician.
Complete CJSTC-approved basic recruit training unless exempt, and achieve an acceptable score on the officer certification exam in accordance with Florida Statutes Sections 943.13(9) and (10).
Comply with continuing training and education requirements under Florida Statute 943.135 and CJSTC.
Possess a valid, appropriate driver's license with an acceptable driving record and obtain a Florida driver's license before appointment.
Meet the stated vision requirement: no worse than 20/100 in each eye, correctable to 20/30.
Have the physical capability to pass police physical agility entrance tests; run, walk, and climb over rough or unfamiliar terrain, fences, and other obstacles for extended periods; bend and access attics, crawl spaces, and other building recesses; operate a motor vehicle for long periods; and control resisting persons or move disabled or combative individuals.
Have the sensory and physical capabilities to communicate and interact effectively with employees and the public and operate office equipment; duties may involve crawling, reaching, handling, sitting, standing, pushing, and pulling.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, coworkers, the press, the public, and people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Serve the public and fellow employees honestly and with integrity in accordance with applicable ethics and conflicts-of-interest policies; demonstrate a strong understanding of ethical behavior.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Provide details of related work experience on the application and keep the NEOGOV profile current with work experience, education, certifications, and contact information; City employees must also accurately describe their current position and work experience.
Complete the required selection process: pass an oral interview with a score of at least 70%, pass the written exercise, and submit a physical ability test when assigned a Background Investigator.

Nice To Haves

Current City of Miami Beach employee in good standing (bonus points).
Current City of Miami Beach resident (bonus point).
Current City of Miami Beach Reserve Officer (bonus points).
Emergency Medical Technician and/or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician certification (bonus point).
Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university (bonus points).
Veterans preference may be awarded in accordance with Florida State Statute 295.07 when claimed on the application and supported by required documentation.

Responsibilities

Patrol assigned areas, prevent crime, respond to calls and complaints, and arrest individuals who violate criminal laws or ordinances.
Respond to disputes, social crises, personal problems, and community disorders; resolve situations where possible or refer people to appropriate social agencies.
Enforce traffic laws, investigate traffic accidents, and direct traffic.
Participate in canine and harbor patrol duties and assignments.
Answer public questions and provide directions and general information about laws and ordinances.
Issue summonses and warnings, and serve subpoenas and warrants.
Assist with crowd control, testify in court, and check doors and windows of commercial establishments after closing hours.
Coordinate duties and assignments with the Investigations Division and other operational units; serve as part of an assigned unit.
Participate in Civil Defense programs and perform community outreach duties.
Prepare reports, records, and daily activity logs; perform clerical and administrative tasks as required.
Work at the Report Control Center, screen service requests, and answer telephone calls.
When assigned jailor duties, oversee the custody, care, and control of prisoners; transport and receive prisoners, property, and evidence.
Conduct crime- or accident-scene investigations; gather, preserve, and correlate evidence; locate witnesses; issue citations; and make arrests.
Maintain surveillance of known criminals or suspected offenders, interview suspects, and prepare cases against suspects.
Investigate juvenile delinquency cases, submit reports to juvenile court, and assist in supervising juveniles held in custody.
Advise and direct elderly and indigent persons.
Use firearms, communication equipment, electronic detectors, audiovisual equipment, and related equipment.
Maintain effective working relationships and serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance and report to work as directed during emergencies.