What are the responsibilities and job description for the Law Enforcement Officer (Recruit) position at GovSource?
About the Cocoa Police Department
The Cocoa Police Department (CPD) is a CFA-accredited, community-oriented agency serving more than 20,000 residents in the heart of Brevard County, Florida. From downtown historic districts to waterfront neighborhoods, Cocoa offers front-row views of Kennedy Space Center launches, quick access to Atlantic beaches, and an easy 45-minute drive to Orlando.
Our mid-sized force of 71 sworn officers embraces modern policing strategies, advanced technology, and robust community engagement. We invest heavily in our people through top-tier training, take-home vehicles (within 50-mile radius), wellness initiatives, and a wide range of specialty units—from SWAT and K-9 to Marine Patrol and Community Engagement.
Join #TeamCocoa and build a rewarding career where excellence meets opportunity.
Police Officer Trainee (Sponsored Academy)
Base salary while in academy: $42,577.60
Status: Full-time, benefited employee (vacation & sick accruals, medical, dental, vision, life, free employee clinic)
CPD will sponsor selected candidates through the Basic Law Enforcement Academy. Tuition, books, and fees are fully covered, and trainees receive a paid stipend during training.
After graduation & SOCE certification you will be sworn in as a Police Officer with full salary and benefits (see below).
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Attend and successfully complete all academy coursework, physical training, and examinations.
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Perform department-assigned duties during academy breaks as directed.
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Uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and community service.
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Pass the FDLE State Officer Certification Examination (SOCE).
Sponsorship Commitment (F.S. 943.16)
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Academy must be completed on schedule.
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After certification, officers must serve a minimum of two (4) years with CPD.
Police Officer (Post-Academy)
Starting salary: $51,542.60 100 hrs holiday pay ($2,167)
Projected to rise to $58,030.40 in the next two fiscal years (top out $92,331.20).
Experienced officers receive 3 % per documented year of service (max 15 %) and may qualify for:
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Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus (includes $5,000 State of Florida recruitment incentive).
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Pension buy-back for prior sworn service.
Key Benefits
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Retirement: 75 % at 25 yrs, 3 % COLA (after year 3), 5-year DROP @ 6.5 %, 100 % vested in 10 yrs.
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Schedule: Work only 7 days in a 2- week pay period. (Panama schedule with every other Fri., Sat., and Sun. Off)
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Take-home car program (out-of-county permitted, 50 miles from City Limit).
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Tuition reimbursement and state education incentives (up to $1,440/yr).
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No-cost medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; free employee clinic.
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First-time home-buyer assistance, annual boot allowance ($125), beard/tattoo friendly (with limitations).
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Eligibility for specialty units after one-year probation (SWAT, CNT, THI, Detective, Marine, Motors, K-9, SRO, Honor Guard, FTO, more).
Essential Job Functions (Abbreviated)
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Patrol assigned areas by vehicle, bicycle, boat, or on foot; respond to calls for service; enforce laws and ordinances.
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Conduct investigations, collect evidence, prepare detailed reports, and testify in court.
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Render first aid, manage traffic accidents, and assist during disasters or major events.
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Engage in proactive, problem-solving policing to strengthen community partnerships.
Minimum Qualifications
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High school diploma or GED; graduate of (or trainee in) a Florida Basic Law Enforcement Academy.*
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Valid Florida driver's license (or ability to obtain within 45 days).
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Ability to pass comprehensive background, polygraph/CVSA, medical, and drug screening.
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Meet physical demands of medium/heavy work (lifting/pushing up to 100 lbs, running, climbing, etc.).
The Cocoa Police Department (CPD) is a CFA-accredited, community-oriented agency serving more than 20,000 residents in the heart of Brevard County, Florida. From downtown historic districts to waterfront neighborhoods, Cocoa offers front-row views of Kennedy Space Center launches, quick access to Atlantic beaches, and an easy 45-minute drive to Orlando.
Our mid-sized force of 71 sworn officers embraces modern policing strategies, advanced technology, and robust community engagement. We invest heavily in our people through top-tier training, take-home vehicles (within 50-mile radius), wellness initiatives, and a wide range of specialty units—from SWAT and K-9 to Marine Patrol and Community Engagement.
Join #TeamCocoa and build a rewarding career where excellence meets opportunity.
Police Officer Trainee (Sponsored Academy)
Base salary while in academy: $42,577.60
Status: Full-time, benefited employee (vacation & sick accruals, medical, dental, vision, life, free employee clinic)
CPD will sponsor selected candidates through the Basic Law Enforcement Academy. Tuition, books, and fees are fully covered, and trainees receive a paid stipend during training.
After graduation & SOCE certification you will be sworn in as a Police Officer with full salary and benefits (see below).
- ️ Applicants must submit CJSTC Form 58 with their application.
•
Attend and successfully complete all academy coursework, physical training, and examinations.
•
Perform department-assigned duties during academy breaks as directed.
•
Uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and community service.
•
Pass the FDLE State Officer Certification Examination (SOCE).
Sponsorship Commitment (F.S. 943.16)
•
Academy must be completed on schedule.
•
After certification, officers must serve a minimum of two (4) years with CPD.
Police Officer (Post-Academy)
Starting salary: $51,542.60 100 hrs holiday pay ($2,167)
Projected to rise to $58,030.40 in the next two fiscal years (top out $92,331.20).
Experienced officers receive 3 % per documented year of service (max 15 %) and may qualify for:
•
Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus (includes $5,000 State of Florida recruitment incentive).
•
Pension buy-back for prior sworn service.
Key Benefits
•
Retirement: 75 % at 25 yrs, 3 % COLA (after year 3), 5-year DROP @ 6.5 %, 100 % vested in 10 yrs.
•
Schedule: Work only 7 days in a 2- week pay period. (Panama schedule with every other Fri., Sat., and Sun. Off)
•
Take-home car program (out-of-county permitted, 50 miles from City Limit).
•
Tuition reimbursement and state education incentives (up to $1,440/yr).
•
No-cost medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; free employee clinic.
•
First-time home-buyer assistance, annual boot allowance ($125), beard/tattoo friendly (with limitations).
•
Eligibility for specialty units after one-year probation (SWAT, CNT, THI, Detective, Marine, Motors, K-9, SRO, Honor Guard, FTO, more).
Essential Job Functions (Abbreviated)
•
Patrol assigned areas by vehicle, bicycle, boat, or on foot; respond to calls for service; enforce laws and ordinances.
•
Conduct investigations, collect evidence, prepare detailed reports, and testify in court.
•
Render first aid, manage traffic accidents, and assist during disasters or major events.
•
Engage in proactive, problem-solving policing to strengthen community partnerships.
Minimum Qualifications
•
High school diploma or GED; graduate of (or trainee in) a Florida Basic Law Enforcement Academy.*
•
Valid Florida driver's license (or ability to obtain within 45 days).
•
Ability to pass comprehensive background, polygraph/CVSA, medical, and drug screening.
•
Meet physical demands of medium/heavy work (lifting/pushing up to 100 lbs, running, climbing, etc.).
- Out-of-state, federal, or military officers: Must obtain FDLE Equivalency of Training (EOT) approval (FDLE Form 76).
Salary : $1,440 - $42,578
