Police Officer

Village of Tequesta • Tequesta, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Village is currently accepting applications for a full-time Police Officer. This position protects life and property, enforces federal, state and local laws, investigates criminal activity and responds to emergency/non-emergency situations. Applicants who have not completed Florida basic police officer academy training will not be considered and neither will applications without the fully completed package.

Requirements

• Be 21 years of age or older
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by completion of basic police officer training academy
• Have U.S. citizenship
• Be able to pass a medical examination
• Be able to pass a thorough background check
• Possess a valid Florida driver’s license or be able to obtain one prior to employment
• Demonstrated ability to perform work requiring little supervision
• Good physical condition
• Sound conflict resolution skills
• Sound oral and written communication skills
• Technical competence with computers

Responsibilities

• Protects life and property
• Enforces federal, state and local laws
• Investigates criminal activity
• Responds to emergency/non-emergency situations

Benefits

• Vacation leave (0-4 years = 2 weeks; 5-9 years = 3 weeks; 10 years+ = 4 weeks)
• Personal days (3 days annually)
• Paid holidays (13 days annually)
• Sick leave (96 hours annually)
• Defined Benefit retirement plan with 6% employee contribution
• Life, Health and Dental Insurance (individual Health/Dental coverages at 100%)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED