What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer (Non-Certified) position at City of Fort Lauderdale?
The Fort Lauderdale Police Department is now offering a Sign-on Bonus for Non-Certified Police Officers. Candidates who successfully complete the selection process and are hired by the agency will receive a one-time payment of $2,500 upon successful completion of State Officer Certification Exam.
The City of Fort Lauderdale's Police Officers are responsible for maintaining peace and safety, protecting life and property, and promoting community engagement and trust. Fort Lauderdale Police Officers serve a highly diverse multicultural community.
This job classification is included within the bargaining unit represented by the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and the FOP.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR SUBMITTING ON-LINE APPLICATION
Failure to submit ALL of the required documents will result in your application being incomplete and not processed.
1. PRE-JOB OFFER QUESTIONNAIRE - (CLICK HERE FOR LINK TO PJQ)
2. DD214 MILITARY RELEASE FORM - MEMBER 4 COPY (if applicable)
3. CITY OF FORT LAUDERDALE VETERAN'S PREFERENCE CLAIM FORM (if applicable) (J-204)
4. PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST (PAT)*
*FOR OUT OF STATE APPLICANTS- Proof of successful completion of PAT is not required with the application, however candidates must successfully complete all of these exams prior to the date of hire.
POLICE OFFICER TESTING PROCESS
In addition to the minimum requirements, each applicant will be required to successfully complete the following testing requirements:
- PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST (PAT)*
- CRIMINAL JUSTICE BASIC ABILITIES TEST (CJBAT)
- As of July 1, 2022, Florida State Statues ,section 943.17(1)(g) states that any candidate wishing to enter a law enforcement academy that either (i) is a veteran as classified in section 1.01(14), F.S., or (ii) holds an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university is not required to take the Law Enforcement Basic Abilities Test. Please note that veteran is defined as being honorably discharged from military service. No other discharge classifications qualify. Please note that this does not apply to candidates wishing to enter a corrections academy.
- ORAL BOARD INTERVIEW
- POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION
- COMPREHENSIVE BACKGROUND CHECK
- PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION
- MEDICAL/PHYSICAL EXAMINATION
2. Have a U.S. high school education, General Education Development (GED) or equivalent, which includes United States Armed Forces Institute (USAFI) tests. Equivalence of Non-U.S. education must be approved by the State of Florida's Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (If a degree was acquired in a country other than the United States, evidence of equivalence from a recognized agency must be provided.)
3. Be at least 19 years of age.
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- Non-Certified Police Officers - $75,483.20 annually
Average workweek is forty (40) hours with overtime or compensatory time off (at time-and-one-half) for hours in excess of forty (40) hours in a standard workweek. After one (1) year of service with the City, a Police Officer may request preference for shift assignment once each calendar year. Such assignments are based upon departmental seniority and your preference.
EQUIPMENT
All uniforms and required equipment are furnished by the department with the exception of the service weapon, shoes, handcuffs, and whistle.
Police Officers are eligible for normal retirement after twenty-four (24) years of service computed at 3.38% percent per year up to a maximum of 81%. The retirement plan is supported by the City and is contributory on the part of the employee, who is required to contribute ten percent (10%) of his/her (pre-tax) gross salary. Post retirement pay step benefit of three percent (3%) every three years, starting after the third year of retirement.
There is also sick leave benefit (with options to convert sick leave to vacation time or cash.)
The Union will provide and administer a comprehensive group health and dental plan for all members of the Bargaining Unit.
Tuition Refund
That's right! Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, the remaining balance on your student loan may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time at the City of Fort Lauderdale! Please visit www.fortlauderdale.gov/PublicServiceLoanForgiveness for more information or to see if you qualify.
The City of Fort Lauderdale Police Department is one of the finest in the country, and as such, employs the best qualified applicants. During the examination process, emphasis is placed on a candidate's CHARACTER. Indications of your honesty and integrity begin with the submission of your application. All information provided on your application, and all other forms submitted for processing, must be true, accurate, and without omission, as well as in all other stages of the testing process. This is a critical component of the process in determining if the Moral Character of a candidate is appropriate for employment as a Police Officer. We will verify the information through various sources, including an intensive background investigation and a comprehensive polygraph examination.
As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.
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; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application.
Salary : $75,483
