What are the responsibilities and job description for the POLICE OFFICER UNCERTIFIED (POLICE CADET) position at City of Plantation - FL?
Salary : $78,000.00 Annually
Location : Plantation, FL
Job Type : Full time
Job Number : 242-05 NEW
Department : POLICE DEPARTMENT
Opening Date : 01 / 06 / 2025
Closing Date : 1 / 19 / 2025 12 : 00 PM Eastern
Description
The Plantation Police Department is seeking qualified individuals for the position of Police Officer. This role involves the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Police Officers follow departmental rules and regulations, receiving instructions from higher-ranking police personnel.
Note :
This position is designated as "ESSENTIAL" during declared emergencies and requires National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the appropriate level.
All applicants must meet all requirements of the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission and those of the Plantation Police Department.
Examples of Duties
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For more information on our City and Police Department, please visit the following sites : City of Plantation Police Department Information
City of Plantation Police Department Facebook Page
Typical Qualifications
Key Requirements
To Apply, Applicants Must Meet the Following Requirements :
- U.S. Citizen : Must be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years old at the time of application.
- Valid Florida Driver's License : Must have a good driving record.
No license suspensions in the last 2 years.
Must pass tests at Broward College Criminal Justice Institute :
Basic Motor Skills Test
Disqualifying Factors
Applicants may be disqualified if they have :
Required Documents
Submit the following documents with your application :
Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (CJBAT)
Additional Documentation (upon request)
1. Applicants with a college, university, or vocational diploma must have their official transcripts mailed directly to :
City of Plantation Police Department
451 NW 70 Terrace
Plantation, FL 33317 For certification as a police officer, a high school diploma or its equivalent is required. If an applicant completed their education outside the U.S., the diploma or transcript must show the graduation / completion date and meet U.S. standards.
For foreign education :
Approved evaluation services are listed by the U.S. Department of State and the Florida Department of Education. Please note that these services are not free, and applicants are responsible for the cost. NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services
Association of International Credential Evaluators. Inc. (aice-eval.org)
2. All legal documents indicating all name changes, including, but not limited to :
3. If a naturalized citizen, original naturalization papers must be shown at the Human Resources Department. DO NOT copy Certificate of Naturalization (Federal Offense).
4. State Police Standards Certificate : State certification as a Police or Corrections Officer including certificates, diplomas, grade reports, transcripts and curricula, which will be used to evaluate for equivalency of training.
5 . If you have ever been arrested or charged with any crime as an adult, a copy of the court's disposition MUST be included with the application.
Testing & Selection Process :
Applicants must pass all pre-employment tests. The process may take up to 1 year .
If you fail any part of the selection process, you can reapply after 1 year.
Important :
To take the Basic Motor Skills Test, you will need a physician's statement confirming your physical fitness (valid within 90 days).
Further Screening :
Work Environment
COMPENSATION & ALLOWANCE
HOLIDAY
PERSONAL DAY
SICK LEAVE
ANNUAL LEAVE - GENERAL EMPLOYEES
PROBATIONARY PERIOD
BENEFITS
MEDICAL INSURANCE
DENTAL / VISION
ON-SITE CLINIC
WELLNESS PROGRAM
LIFE INSURANCE & LONG TERM DISABILITY
PERKS & ENTITLEMENTS
FUNERAL LEAVE
JURY DUTY
EDUCATION REIMBURSEMENT
PENSION
DEFINED PENSION
As you prepare to submit your on-line employment application for Police Officer (Police Cadet), please ensure that you have read ALL of the information provided in the position announcement. Failure to submit ALL of the required documents will result in your application being disapproved. You must include these documents as attachments to this on-line application. Please DO NOT send in a duplicate copy or paper application once you have submitted your on-line application. The supplemental questionnaire provided below must be completed as a part of your application. Please note that this application supplement is an integral part of the application process and must be completed together with the formal on-line employment application in order for you to be considered as an applicant.
Did you attach a copy of your birth certificate?
Did you attach a copy of your high school diploma or GED certificate? Failure to attach this will result in your application being disapproved.
Did you attach a copy of your Social Security Card? Failure to attach this will result in your application being disapproved.
Did you attach a copy of you current Driver's License? (Failure to attach this will result in you application being disapproved
Have you had a single suspension of your driver license in the past 2 years or 2 or more suspensions within the past 5 years driving history (except if suspension was due to insurance error or clerk of court error)?
Did you attach your CJBAT results (test results within 4 years of application)? Failure to attach this will result in your application being disapproved.
Did you attach your BMST (Physical Agility) results (test results within 6 months of application)? Failure to attach this will result in your application being disapproved.
Did you attach your Swim Test results? Failure to attach this will result in your application being disapproved.
Did you complete and attach the Applicant Background Information Form with notarized signature? Failure to attach this will result in your application being disapproved.
Did you complete and attach the FDLE Waiver CJSTC58 Form? Failure to attach this will result in your application being disapproved.
If you did not have any military service, did you attach a notarized Statement of Non-Military Service? (Failure to attached will result in your application being disapprove.)
Required Question
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