City of Hollywood, FL - Cooper City, FL

posted 5 days ago

Part-time - Entry Level
Cooper City, FL
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

Under the general supervision of a Sergeant and in cooperation with the community, performs a variety of policing and law enforcement activities. Tasks are primarily service oriented and include investigative and enforcement functions, to generally provide for the safety of the public, and to perform essential functions as required. Duties include an element of personal danger, exposure to adverse weather conditions, apprehending criminals, directing traffic, and transporting prisoners. Incumbents perform duties in accordance with Florida Statues and established departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines. The incumbent must be able to act without close supervision and must be able to exercise independent judgement. Work is reviewed through observation, conferences and review of written work product for results obtained and adherence to established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Conducts routine preventative patrol of assigned school premises.
  • Responds to calls for police service; takes action upon observing a circumstance or situation requiring police attention.
  • Provides information and/or assistance to the public.
  • Maintains the peace and safety of the school community.
  • Provides for the safe and convenient flow of vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
  • Conducts criminal and non-criminal investigations.
  • Enforces laws and arrests lawbreakers.
  • Prepares written reports, forms, and other documents as required.
  • Maintains Proficiency and Professionalism.
  • Testifies in legal proceedings as a credible witness regarding official duties.
  • Provides support and assistance to other Police Officers, and City, State, County, and Federal employees.
  • Takes proper safety precautions, anticipates unsafe circumstances, and acts accordingly to prevent accidents.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of federal laws, state statues, and local ordinances.
  • Knowledge of the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of the Hollywood Police Department.
  • Knowledge of crime prevention techniques.
  • Knowledge of First Responder and CPR techniques.
  • Skill in the operation of motor vehicles under favorable and adverse conditions.
  • Skill in the use of computer hardware and software.
  • Ability to learn and apply new information.
  • Ability to exercise discretion.
  • Ability to work effectively as an individual and member of a group.
  • Ability to interact and work with others appropriately and effectively in a work place and community of diverse cultures, ages, genders, and socio-economic backgrounds.
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, in writing, and interpersonally with superiors, subordinates, and the community.
  • Ability to assert self appropriately.
  • Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively.
  • Ability to determine proper courses of action within the established framework of law, policies and procedures.
  • Ability to solve problems with innovation and creativity, including alternatives which involve taking risks.
  • Ability to provide effective and efficient services with courtesy, responsiveness, and competence.
  • Ability to maintain composure under emergency situations.
  • Ability to work effectively under stressful conditions.
  • Ability to accept responsibility, acknowledge mistakes, and share successes.
  • Ability to exercise common sense and good judgment.
  • Ability to learn and perform self-defense and control techniques.
  • Ability to demonstrate proficiency in the use of firearms, impact weapons, and chemical agents.
  • Ability to become keenly familiar with the geography of the City and surrounding areas.
  • Ability to work differing school hours, after school hours, and a schedule that meets the needs of the assigned school and the Hollywood Police Department.
  • Ability to work during City declared emergencies.
  • Ability to learn and adapt to changing technologies and practices.
  • Ability to operate required radio equipment.
  • United States Citizen.
  • Minimum 21 years of age.
  • High School Graduate or G.E.D. equivalency.
  • Must be a currently Certified State of Florida Police Officer with (5) years Law Enforcement experience.
  • Must hold or obtain School Resource Officer certification upon completion of a Department sanctioned course.
  • Pass Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (CJBAT) with score of 79 and/or pass a competitive civil service exam (Law).
  • Pass Swim Test.
  • Pass polygraph or computer voice stress analysis examination.
  • Pass psychological screening (Law).
  • Pass an extensive medical evaluation and drug screening.
  • Meet current State training requirements as necessary.
  • Pass an extensive background investigation.
  • Pass drug detection by hair analysis test.
  • Stable work history.
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
  • Be of good moral character, have no felony convictions, and committed no incidents of violence.
  • Military discharge must not have been dishonorable.

Nice-to-haves

  • Preferred (2) years School Resource Officer or Juvenile Justice experience, GREAT or DARE certified.

Benefits

  • Work Schedule - Approximately ten months per year (school year plus training) with a flexible work schedule to accommodate the needs of the positional responsibilities.
  • Overtime/Detail Time - Off duty details will be limited to the school environment, either the school assigned to the officer or other schools within the SRO program.
  • Sick Days / Vacation - 3 days.
  • Life Insurance/ Health Insurance - Part-time employees may purchase Group Health Insurance Coverage. The City will pay one half of the premium for selected coverage.
  • Uniforms/Equipment/Firearms - provided per the Police Dept. Policy.
  • Physical Demands - Regularly required to walk, sit, write, hear, speak and be required to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.
  • Work Environment - Dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
  • The SRO will receive a $1200.00 retention bonus upon the completion of the school year in June.
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