Police Officer Candidate (Certified and Non-Certified)

City of Boca Raton•Boca Raton, FL

57d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs difficult professional work to protect and serve the citizens through enforcement of city ordinances and state and federal laws, prevent crimes, apprehend criminals, and provide aid and assistance. Work is performed under regular supervision. Performs related tasks as required. Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; computer based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check including complete driving record history; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 16 to 24 weeks. Reapplication is allowable after six (6) months. To be considered for employment with the City of Boca Raton, applicants must provide at least ten (10) years of continuous employment history, if applicable. In the event the applicant has not been employed for ten (10) continuous years, all time for the ten (10) year period prior to the date of application must be accounted for including periods of school, unemployment and retirement. Non-certified officer candidates will be required to attend a Florida Criminal Justice Entry Level Training Program (police academy) selected by the department. In addition to the department's established hiring criteria, candidates must meet all training center entrance requirements and maintain academic and performance standards throughout the course of study.

Requirements

Must attach PAT/BMST score (scores accepted from Palm Beach State College or Broward College)
Must have at least one of the following: 60 credits of college OR Two (2) years of military experience with an honorable discharge OR Two (2) years of prior law enforcement experience OR Completed certificate program from a vocational or trade school WITH (2) years of work history OR (4) years of continuous military reserve time WITH (2) years of work history
Must be a U.S. citizen
Must have no convictions of a felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude
Must be at least 19 years of age
Must be available to be on call 24 hours a day
Non-certified officer candidates will be required to attend a Florida Criminal Justice Entry Level Training Program (police academy) selected by the department
Must meet all training center entrance requirements and maintain academic and performance standards throughout the course of study
Physical agility test required for all applicants
Possession of a valid State of Florida driver’s license with no more than six (6) points for the past three (3) years (if selected, must obtain before starting work)
Must not have been convicted of perjury
Must be of good moral character
Must successfully pass a complete background investigation
Must pass a Criminal Background Check
Must pass an Employment Verification
Must pass a Reference Checks
Must pass a Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check
Must pass a Workers' Compensation Certification/License Verification
Must pass a Credit Check
Must pass Fingerprinting
Must pass a Polygraph
Must pass a Neighborhood Check
Must pass a Psychological Examination
Must pass a Physical
Must pass a Drug and Alcohol Screen
Must pass a Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)
Must be able to read, write and speak clearly in English language
Must have mental capacity and ability to make deadly force decisions
Must provide at least ten (10) years of continuous employment history, if applicable, accounting for all time periods prior to application date including school, unemployment, and retirement.

Nice To Haves

Out-of-state applicants may find frequently asked questions for the out-of-state process helpful.

Responsibilities

Responds to calls for service for emergencies and non-emergencies
Prepares reports, affidavits, and other documentation as required
Conducts investigations of calls for service and crime scenes
Arrests and processes persons committing felonies/misdemeanors and city code violations
Patrols business and residential areas, and works with CRIME WATCH coordinator
Enforces laws, investigates accidents and directs traffic
Testifies at depositions and in court
Performs first aid and CPR