Police Officer

Salary : $72,192.75 Annually

Location : Lauderhill, FL

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 2024-0930

Department : Police Department

Opening Date : 09 / 30 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

General Statement of Job

The purpose of this position is to perform general law enforcement duties in order to preserve public peace, to protect lives, property and rights of the public, by way of, enforcing statutory law and municipal ordinances, to deter crime and to respond to calls for assistance, under general supervision of the Chief of Police or designee. Employees in this classification perform skilled, protective, and investigative work. Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

The following knowledge, skills, and abilities, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this position. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this description. Other duties may be required and assigned.

In accordance with the agency's mission, directives, and training standards - and in the spirit of the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics - enforces all City and State codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations in order to protect life and property and to prevent crime and promote security; apprehends and / or arrests persons who violate federal, state, or City codes.

Maintains visibility by patrolling assigned area, City streets, parks, neighborhoods, and businesses; initiates contacts with business operators and residents to establish communication within the community; helps develop trends and / or patterns pertaining to specific locations.

Monitors radio and responds to emergency calls or calls for assistance; communicates with radio dispatcher and responds to complaints, reports of criminal events, requests for law enforcement, and domestic or public disputes; assesses situation and takes appropriate actions to bring situation to resolution; follows department policies and procedures when responding to calls; provides backup assistance to fellow officers as requested / necessary.

Secures crime scenes until relieved by a supervisor; gathers preliminary information in criminal investigations by obtaining statements from victims, witnesses and suspects; performs and documents searches of people, vehicles and buildings when appropriate; prepares investigative reports of findings, facts, and related information; detects and collects evidence and substances that provide the basis for probable cause for criminal acts; testifies in court.

Completes and / or reviews paperwork documenting shift and incident activities; completes state reports to accurately record criminal offenses; completes and prepares a variety of forms, logs, requests, records, reports, correspondence, and various other documents associated with daily responsibilities of this position; maintains administrative records and files.

Engages in public relations and community service activities and events to promote a positive image for the department and to build cooperative and collaborative relationships with the community; responds to questions, complaints, and requests for information by telephone or in person from merchants, community / civic organizations, the general public, employees, superiors, and other individuals.

Maintains the peace and safety of the community by quelling public disturbances.

Provides for the safe and convenient flow of traffic and pedestrians within the community; investigates traffic accidents, enforces traffic violations, promotes vehicular and pedestrian safety, reports unsafe road conditions, and conducts DUI investigations; directs vehicle and pedestrian traffic around accidents, disabled traffic control devices, or heavily congested areas; establishes road blocks; administers field sobriety tests; identifies wanted persons / vehicles; impounds vehicles; assists disabled motorists, or any other traffic duties as directed.

Conducts initial investigation into crimes such as robbery, burglary, or assaults; conducts follow-up investigations of crimes and other incidents; conducts surveillance of areas for suspected criminal activity.

Responds to civil matters such as land-lord / tenant disputes, etc.

Testifies in civil and criminal court proceedings and gives depositions.

Performs routine office functions such as filing, faxing, answering phones, and copying.

Performs related duties as directed.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; AND
• Vocational / Technical training in law enforcement or closely related field; AND
• State of Florida Law Enforcement Officer Certification; AND
• Valid State of Florida Driver License; AND
• Must be 19 years old (Pursuant to FSS 043.13); AND
• Must be a United States (U.S) Citizen (Pursuant to FSS 043.13)

Supplemental Questions

Please be sure to answer all supplemental questions thoroughly and completely. Please note that if you do not answer all the questions in its entirety, your application may not be further considered in the hiring process. If you have any difficulty understanding or completing the supplemental questions, please feel free to contact the Human Resources Department at 954-730-3090.

Please be advised : Proof of education level is required (copy of High School Diploma / GED or College Degree / transcript needs to be uploaded in PDF format to application). Any required licenses and or certifications for the position you are applying for must be submitted as well. If required documentation is not provided, the application will be incomplete and will not continue in the hiring process.

The City of Lauderhill, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Lauderhill will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Veteran's Preference

Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and that certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

You may waive a postsecondary educational requirement for a position of employment (except if the position is exempt under the statute e.g., temporary employees, members of boards and commissions, positions that require an employee to be a member of the Florida Bar), for a current member of any reserve component of the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard or a veteran who has been honorably discharged if the person is otherwise qualified for the position.

Applicant Screening

Due to the volume of applications the City receives, every applicant meeting the minimum qualifications cannot be guaranteed an interview. Applicants are selected for an interview based on education and work experience most closely matching the requirements of the position and may undergo additional selection and screening processes which may include an evaluation of training and experience, and written, oral and performance-based testing.

Drug and alcohol testing is conducted based upon City policy, Federal, State and Local requirements. The City of Lauderhill is an E-Verify employer.

Are you at least 19 years of age?

Are you a United States Citizen?

Do you possess- or are you eligible to immediately obtain a valid State of Florida Drivers License?

Do you possess a High School Diploma or equivalent?

Have you earned a degree, or its equivalent from a regionally accredited college or university? If so, please select your highest level of education.

Do you possess - or are you eligible for immediate issuance of - a Police Certificate from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement? (Please note : to be eligible for immediate issuance of Police Certificate, you must have completed the Police Academy and have passed the Florida State exam. For those that are out of State Police Officers, you must take the Proficiency Course / Equivalency of Training course, in order to be eligible for the Florida Police Certificate.)

How many years of certified police experience do you have?

Do you possess a DD214 for military service? If so, please attach a copy of your DD214 to your application.

Do you have current passing scores on the Basic Motor Skills test given at the Broward College Institute of Public Safety?

Are you currently a civilian employee with the City of Lauderhill Police Department?

Are you currently an employee of the City of Lauderhill (not employed within the City of Lauderhill Police Department?

Have you processed with the City of Lauderhill Police Department in the last twelve (12) months? (Please note : process means taken a polygraph or a psychological evaluation. If you submitted an application or a PHQ but did not move forward to a psychological evaluation or a polygraph, please select "No").

Please use the space below to detail when you applied to the City of Lauderhill Police Department and the status of your application. Please also state if you did not pass the background, polygraph, or psychological phases of the City of Lauderhill Police Department Recruitment. If you have not applied with the City of Lauderhill Police Department, please write "N / A".

Have you had a DUI arrest and / or conviction in the last five (5) years?

Have you received five (5) or more tickets for a moving violation in the last five (5) years?

Have you used any tobacco products within the last twelve (12) months, including but not limited to, nicotine, E-Cigarettes, or hookah?

Have you used any drug (controlled substances without a doctor's prescription or any illegal substances) within 36 months of the date of this application?

Have you used steroids without a physician prescription within five (5) years of this application?

Are you willing to work unusual hours including nights, weekends, and holidays?

Are you currently under a certification review process through the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission or any POST organization?

Do you hold any spiritual or value-based beliefs that would preclude you from using deadly force upon another person should circumstances dictate such action to be objectively reasonable?

Have you ever been convicted - or plead guilty to - a felony or misdemeanor involving : 1. Perjury or falsifying of any document.2. A sexual offense or indecent exposure.3. Violence against a spouse, child, or an incompetent person.

Have you ever been fired - or compelled to resign - from any federal, state, or municipal law enforcement agency without having been exonerated by a judicial or administrative review process?

Have you completed the Police Academy? (if you are an out of State Police Officer, have you completed your Equivalency of Training program?)

Please use the space below to detail what Police Academy you attended. Please include the date when you graduated. If you are an out of State Police Officer, please include the dates when you attended the Equivalence of Training program.

Have you passed the State of Florida Law Enforcement exam?

Are you a resident of the City of Lauderhill?

Are you requesting Veterans' Preference? If you are requesting Veterans' Preference points, please upload a copy of your supporting documentation to the "Attachments" section by selecting '"Add supplemental attachment." Veterans' Preference points will be awarded only if all minimum requirements as listed on the Job Posting are met and supporting documentation is submitted at the time of application.

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