What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Police Officer position at City of Hollywood, FL?
Salary : $68,908.35 - $106,963.10 Annually
Location : Police Department - 3250 Hollywood Blvd. Hollywood, FL
Job Type : Full-time
Job Number : 2025-011
Department : Police Administration
Opening Date : 10 / 28 / 2024
Closing Date : 5 / 31 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
The Position
Come to a City that Builds Careers! As one of the largest cities in Broward County, the City of Hollywood provides an energetic, innovative and collaborative work environment for its employees. Want Top Notch Insurance? We offer low cost health insurance giving you the best value - Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Plans. Need Work Life Balance? We have got you covered with a 4-Day Work Week and an Award Winning Wellness Program. And We Don't Stop There. The City of Hollywood provides a generous Paid Time Off Program inclusive of 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation Leave, Personal Leave, and Sick Leave. Repaying Student Loans? Employees at the City with 10 years of public service and on-time payments qualify for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Let's Partner Together and Come Grow with the City of Hollywood. Apply Now!
For more information about this position and our competitive pay, benefits package and pension plan, refer to this job posting or our City website at .
- NOTE : The City, through the discretionary authority of the Chief of Police and the Director of Human Resources, has the right to place newly hired Police Officers within the C / starting step ($61,229.95 Annually) and the G / 4 step ($74,425.38 Annually) of the pay scale range for Police Officers, based on the newly hired officer's previous law enforcement experience.
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 patrol, 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. May be authorized to assume the duties of a Sergeant in their absence.
The Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT
1. Police Personal History Statement (PHS) Booklet (27-Pages) . This booklet can be downloaded by clicking the link.
The Personal History Statement booklet must be completed in legible handwriting. Once the PHS is completed and notarized, applicant must scan and upload, as one (1) complete .pdf file ( MAX FILE SIZE ~ 10MB ), the PHS followed by all applicable documents in list order on page 2 from the PHS to the online application before submitting it. (Submitted Online ONLY - We are no longer accepting hardcopy PHS booklets)
2. City of Hollywood Employment Application ( Online Application ONLY )
SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
Once you have completed the Police Personal History Statement (PHS) booklet with all required documents and notarization, you must upload it as one (1) complete .pdf document ( MAX FILE SIZE ~ 10MB ), and attach it to your online employment application prior to submitting it. NOTE : Please retain your original PHS and supporting documentation as it will be required at point of interview.
The Examination
TESTING
EXAMINATION : Candidates must pass the Physical Agility (BMST) and Swim Test prior to their application being submitted.
To determine whether your training meets the FDLE standards, you must submit your training along with your complete online application and required documents at the time of application. You may also access the FDLE website and follow the listed steps or contact them directly at (850) 410-8600.
Candidates must present documentation from the Criminal Justice Testing Center at Broward Community College Institute of Public Safety or any other state-wide acceptable testing institution indicating their passing score of each component with their application. See information below from the Criminal Justice Institute.
BROWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE CRIMINAL JUSTICE TESTING CENTER
AT THE INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC SAFETY
3501 Davie Road, Building 21
Davie, Florida 33314
Testing Center Telephone Numbers and Hours of Operation
Information Desk 954-201-6931 M-F 8 : 00 AM - 4 : 00 PM
Registration Desk 954-201-6790 T-F 8 : 15 AM - 3 : 00 PM
Click on the link for the TESTING CENTER INFORMATION GUIDE
The Criminal Justice Testing Center is NOT a hiring agency, it is a testing center for persons wanting to enter Law Enforcement positions in Broward County. The Criminal Justice Testing Center administers theBASIC MOTOR SKILLS TEST (AGILITY), and SWIM TEST to candidates for employment in cooperation with Broward County Chiefs of Police Association. Successful completion of required tests may make you eligible for consideration of further evaluation by participating agencies.
REGISTRATION : To register for testing, applicants must first create an account. Account creation and test registration can ONLY be completed online.
Register with IPS Testing Center for the PAT & Swim OR login HERE
Applicants must present a completed "CJSTC 75" form, a valid photo I.D., and pay appropriate fees to become eligible for written test appointments (appointments are mandatory and must be scheduled in advance).
TESTING SCHEDULES :
Monday 9 : 00 AM (appointment required)
Thursday 9 : 00 AM (appointment required)
Wednesday 9 : 00 AM
Thursday 1 : 30 PM
Wednesday 12 : 00 PM (appointment required)
Upon request the Testing Center will also provide printed documentation of your test scores AFTER you have PASSED all of the necessary tests.
The BASIC MOTOR SKILLS TEST (Agility) score is valid for six (6) months.
The SWIM score is valid for life.
ELIGIBILITY LIST
The City of Hollywood will determine if you meet the minimum requirements for the position. Following meeting the minimum requirements for the position, an examination will take place that will consist of the following test : Evaluation of Training and Experience. The scoring will be as follows :
70 points - for meeting the minimum qualifications of the position as stated above.
5 points - for 1 to 4 years of previous Sworn local, state or federal law enforcement experience.
10 points - for 5 to 9 years of previous Sworn local, state or federal law enforcement experience.
15 points -for 10 to 14 years of previous Sworn local, state or federal law enforcement experience.
20 points - for 15 to 19 years of previous Sworn local, state or federal law enforcement experience.
25 points - for 20 to 24 years of previous Sworn local, state or federal law enforcement experience.
30 points - for 25 years or more of previous Sworn local, state or federal law enforcement experience.
Your Training and Experience score will establish your rank on the CITY'S CIVIL SERVICE ELIGIBILITY LIST. Your rank may change as we continuously take applications & update the eligibility list.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE
The City values the service that veterans and their family members have given to our country, and as such, proactively recruits and hires veterans and qualified spouses to the greatest extent possible. Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. To obtain veteran's preference, candidates MUST submit a copy of separation papers (DD214) and meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by the Florida Statutes. For additional information, please refer to the .
DISQUALIFYING FACTORS
FACTORS WHICH WILL DISQUALIFY YOUR APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITH THE CITY OF HOLLYWOOD'S POLICE DEPARTMENT
Prior to being considered for employment by the Hollywood Police Department, all applicants must successfully pass the following : a Police Personal History Booklet review (to include an extensive criminal history and driving record check); an oral board examination; a polygraph examination; a psychological screening; an extensive background investigation; a Chief and / or Command Staff review; a medical exam; and a drug screening. Failure to pass any one of these exams will render you disqualified from employment with the Police Department.
The following are background automatic disqualifiers according to the Police Department's established rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Automatic Background disqualifiers (to include, but not limited to) :
poor overall driving history.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Your application will remain on file for 6 months.
Those applicants who are disqualified may not reapply for one year.
Additional Information
All successful applicants will be required to pass an extensive background which may include criminal history searches, driving history checks, credit report, courthouse searches, education verification, employment verification, professional license verification, or other search methods as deemed necessary for the position. In addition, the applicant will be required to undergo a medical examination, which may include a drug screening, prior to appointment.
Employment of Relatives : The City of Hollywood has an Ordinance which regulates the employment of relatives of City employees. Effective January 28, 2008, a relative may only be hired under the following additional conditions :
As of 12 / 15 / 2005 the City will require all newly hired employees to sign an affidavit affirming non-usage of tobacco or tobacco products within the last year prior to submission of application and will continue to be a non-user of tobacco products throughout employment with the City of Hollywood.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION : The Employment Office will make reasonable efforts in the examination and workplace to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of special needs by calling (954) 921-3216.
All applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, abilities, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression (except as limited by law, Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational disqualifications).
The City of Hollywood is an Equal Opportunity / Equal Access Employer.
SUMMARY OF BENEFITS FOR POLICE OFFICERS, SERGEANTS & LIEUTENANTS
1 to 3 years 80 hours / year
Accrued Sick Leave Payout
New Year's Day | Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday | President's Day | Memorial Day | Juneteenth | Independence Day | Labor Day | Veteran's Day | Thanksgiving Day | Day after Thanksgiving | Christmas Eve | Christmas Day | New Year's Eve | One (1) Personal Day (use it or lose it)
All police employees shall receive ten (10) hours of holiday pay or time, at the option of the employee, to be added to annual leave as each designated holiday occurs. Members shall not receive any other compensation for the designated holiday; whether they are on or off duty on the actual holiday date is immaterialHolidays must be used within 365 days of earning the holiday.
All police employees shall be entitled to cash out up to 130 hours holiday time per year if unused. Employees must choose to cash out the unused holiday time in the pay period which it was earned.
Enrollment Tier | Medical OAP | Medical OAPIN
Employee Only | $87.89 | $0
Employee 1 | $175.78 | $39.34
Employee 2 or More | $281.24 | $86.56
Enrollment Tier | Dental DPPO Low | Dental DPPO High | Dental DPPO Buy UP
Employee Only | $5.17 | $21.37 | $25.11
Employee 1 | $14.80 | $40.68 | $46.82
Employee 2 or More | $23.69 | $58.51 | $66.86
Enrollment Tier | VSP Option 1 | VSP Option 2 | VSP Option 3
Employee Only | $2.36 | $3.87 | $4.44
Employee 1 | $4.73 | $7.73 | $8.87
Employee 2 or More | $7.61 | $12.45 | $14.28
Take Home Car (if eligible) Uniform Allowance or Clothing Allowance Service Awards
Call-Back to Duty Compensation Full uniform & Equipment Issuance Bereavement Leave
Private-Duty Detail Pay ` Court Time Pay Short-Term Disability
On-duty physical workout time Replacement Uniforms & Equipment Career Development Program
Street Crime Unit Neighborhood Team Leaders
Traffic Unit Marine Patrol
Detectives / Investigators School Resource Officers
Field Training Officer Training and Professional Development Unit
VIN Unit Downtown and Beach Unit
Public Information Officer Internal Affairs
Downtown and Beach Units assigned to the midnight or evening shift (Alpha or Charlie Shift)
Road Patrol Officer assigned to the midnight or evening shift (Alpha or Charlie Shift)
Canine Officers assigned to the midnight or evening shift (Alpha or Charlie Shift)
Graduate and Undergraduate Benefit
Grade of B or better 100% reimbursement at State tuition rates
Grade of Pass 100% reimbursement at State tuition rates
Grade of C 50% reimbursement at State tuition rates
Employees will be eligible to receive reimbursement for books with approval of the City Manager / designee.
Employees who receive benefits under this program, who voluntarily leave the City's employment within two (2) years of receiving such benefit, shall be responsible for reimbursing the City for the cost of this benefit.
IMPORTANT NOTICE - This document is intended only as a summary of some of the benefits employees may be entitled to as an employee of the City of Hollywood. This is NOT a legal document, does NOT represent any guarantees, and is subject to change at any time.
Are you eligible for employment in the United States?
Are you at least 21 years of age or older?
Do you possess a valid driver's license?
Which best describes your level of education?
Are you a State of Florida Certified Police Officer? (If so, you must submit your State Certification with your application)
Have you passed the Basic Motor Skills Test (BMST) for agility?
Have you passed the Swim Test?
If you are or were a City of Hollywood employee, please indicate the number of years of service below :
Are you a City of Hollywood Explorer?
Are you aware that you must scan and upload, as one (1) complete .pdf file, your PHS followed by all applicable documents in list order on page 2 of your PHS to this online application prior to submitting it?(If not, please review the job posting for instructions on how to do this)
Where did you first hear about this opportunity?
Required Question
Salary : $68,908 - $106,963
