POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE [FLSA: Non-exempt; SHIFT: 40 hours/week]
About The Position
The City of Oviedo Police Department (OPD) will hire at either the Police Officer level or the Police Officer Trainee level. This is a training position where the police officer trainee will attend the Law Enforcement Academy and pass the state certification exam. The City of Oviedo will cover the costs associated with the Police Academy. The trainee will be responsible for completing the Police Officer Trainee Program and becoming a certified police officer for the City of Oviedo, with a contract for a two-year minimum commitment. Work is performed under regular supervision.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must be a citizen of the United States.
- Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED Certificate which meets state standards.
- Must possess a valid Florida driver’s License.
- Must be in good physical condition.
- Vision: minimum of 20/40 corrected.
- Must be of good moral character: no felony convictions; no misdemeanor convictions involving moral character, perjury, or false statements as outlined in Florida Statutes.
- Required to successfully meet agency drug/nicotine use standards and successfully pass a drug/nicotine screen test.
- Qualify in the PAT (Physical Abilities Test).
- Successfully enroll in the Law Enforcement Academy.
- Successfully pass the writing sample and a physical fitness examination.
- Sign the Training Reimbursement Agreement.
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and to prepare clear comprehensive reports.
- Ability to deal courteously, but firmly with the public.
- Ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances.
- Skill in the operation of motor vehicles.
Nice To Haves
- General knowledge of the geography of the city and location of important buildings.
Responsibilities
- Regularly attend the Law Enforcement Academy.
- Successfully complete all areas of study while attending the Law Enforcement Academy.
- Pass the State of Florida Law Enforcement Certification Examination.
Benefits
- The City of Oviedo will pay the costs associated with the Police Academy.
- Two-year minimum commitment contract upon certification.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
