What are the responsibilities and job description for the LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER position at State of Florida?
Requisition No: 848213
Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Working Title: LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 77070266
Salary: $52,500.00 (SEE POSTING)
Posting Closing Date: 06/05/2025
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DIVISION OF LAW ENFORCEMENT
The duties of this position require a constituted state law enforcement officer (pursuant to 379.3313, F.S.) certified by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission, empowered to enforce all laws of the State with full powers of arrest. Responsibilities are to protect life, limb, and property on the waters and lands of the State. Enforce fish and wildlife laws and regulations, federal rules and regulations, and boating safety enforcement. This includes, but is not limited to, regulations of salt and freshwater fisheries, hunting, and the protection of both game and non-game species of fish and wildlife. This position investigates alleged violations of resource laws, seizes evidence, makes arrests, and testifies in court. Provides general police protection for citizens and visitors who use the lands and waters of the State of Florida. This position assists other agencies, upon request, in controlling and securing areas during disasters, hurricanes, fires, etc. and is subject to call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This position requires independent judgment and the ability to apply technical law enforcement knowledge with limited supervision. Duties require the member to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as directed.
Minimum Requirements
Must be 18 years of age to apply and 19 years of age by date of hire
Be a US Citizen
Have a High School diploma or GED
Have a valid Class E Florida driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Have not been convicted of any felony or any misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement
Have not been dishonorably discharged from any of the Armed Forces of the US
Have good moral character
Successful completion of a full background check if selected
The Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (AKA FBAT / CJBAT / BAT) must be completed and passed to be eligible for phase 2 of the selection process. As of July 1, 2022, 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 a 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.
TRAINING ACADEMY
The FWC Training Center is located in Havana, Florida at the Florida Public Safety Institute (FPSI).
Applicants who are Florida certified law enforcement officers will attend an abbreviated training course. Out-of-state law enforcement officers must obtain their Florida Law Enforcement Certification to be eligible for the abbreviated training course. For more information about the equivalency of training (EOT) process for out-of-state officers, please click the below link.
https://www.fdle.state.fl.us/CJSTC/Officer-Requirements/Equivalency-of-Training.aspx
SALARY
Starting salary as Trainee is $2,019.23 bi-weekly / $52,500.00 annually
Upon Assignment To Field
Applicants who meet the above criteria and pass the physical fitness assessment will be eligible to advance to the next stages of the selection process that includes an oral interview, full background investigation, medical physical and eye exam, and a psychological evaluation.
If you are not a certified law enforcement officer, you must pass a (B.A.T.) Basic Abilities Test (predicts a person’s ability to perform as a recruit)
Applicants who wish to be assigned to Broward, Miami-Dade, and Monroe counties must currently reside in the respective county.
Physical Fitness Requirements
Must pass a swimming test, consisting of swimming 150 yards continuously untimed and a physical abilities test (PAT) in eight minutes and thirty-six seconds (8:36) or less.
PAT is described on FWC’s web page at https://myfwc.com/get-involved/employment/law-enforcement/physical/
Medical Requirements
Must pass a thorough medical examination, including drug screening, by a licensed physician at applicant’s expense.
Unaided vision shall not be less than 20/100 in each eye and shall be corrected to 20/20; field of vision must be 130 degrees; must have the ability to distinguish primary colors, must not be red/green deficient and have binocular vision; must not have double vision, lack of depth perception or other chronic eye disorders that affects normal vision.
FWC APPLICANT DISQUALIFIER LIST
Criminal History
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Working Title: LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 77070266
Salary: $52,500.00 (SEE POSTING)
Posting Closing Date: 06/05/2025
Total Compensation Estimator Tool
- OPEN / COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY*****
DIVISION OF LAW ENFORCEMENT
- LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (BROWARD, DADE & MONROE COUNTIES) ***
- ACCEPTING LAW ENFORCEMENT CERTIFIED APPLICANTS ONLY*
The duties of this position require a constituted state law enforcement officer (pursuant to 379.3313, F.S.) certified by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission, empowered to enforce all laws of the State with full powers of arrest. Responsibilities are to protect life, limb, and property on the waters and lands of the State. Enforce fish and wildlife laws and regulations, federal rules and regulations, and boating safety enforcement. This includes, but is not limited to, regulations of salt and freshwater fisheries, hunting, and the protection of both game and non-game species of fish and wildlife. This position investigates alleged violations of resource laws, seizes evidence, makes arrests, and testifies in court. Provides general police protection for citizens and visitors who use the lands and waters of the State of Florida. This position assists other agencies, upon request, in controlling and securing areas during disasters, hurricanes, fires, etc. and is subject to call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This position requires independent judgment and the ability to apply technical law enforcement knowledge with limited supervision. Duties require the member to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as directed.
Minimum Requirements
Must be 18 years of age to apply and 19 years of age by date of hire
Be a US Citizen
Have a High School diploma or GED
Have a valid Class E Florida driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Have not been convicted of any felony or any misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement
Have not been dishonorably discharged from any of the Armed Forces of the US
Have good moral character
Successful completion of a full background check if selected
The Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (AKA FBAT / CJBAT / BAT) must be completed and passed to be eligible for phase 2 of the selection process. As of July 1, 2022, 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 a 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.
TRAINING ACADEMY
The FWC Training Center is located in Havana, Florida at the Florida Public Safety Institute (FPSI).
Applicants who are Florida certified law enforcement officers will attend an abbreviated training course. Out-of-state law enforcement officers must obtain their Florida Law Enforcement Certification to be eligible for the abbreviated training course. For more information about the equivalency of training (EOT) process for out-of-state officers, please click the below link.
https://www.fdle.state.fl.us/CJSTC/Officer-Requirements/Equivalency-of-Training.aspx
SALARY
Starting salary as Trainee is $2,019.23 bi-weekly / $52,500.00 annually
Upon Assignment To Field
- Those residing within Broward County - $2,326.91 / $60,500.00 annually
- Those residing within Dade County – $2,326.91 / $60,500.00 annually
- Those residing within Monroe County - $2,403.83 / $62,500.00 annually
Applicants who meet the above criteria and pass the physical fitness assessment will be eligible to advance to the next stages of the selection process that includes an oral interview, full background investigation, medical physical and eye exam, and a psychological evaluation.
If you are not a certified law enforcement officer, you must pass a (B.A.T.) Basic Abilities Test (predicts a person’s ability to perform as a recruit)
Applicants who wish to be assigned to Broward, Miami-Dade, and Monroe counties must currently reside in the respective county.
Physical Fitness Requirements
Must pass a swimming test, consisting of swimming 150 yards continuously untimed and a physical abilities test (PAT) in eight minutes and thirty-six seconds (8:36) or less.
PAT is described on FWC’s web page at https://myfwc.com/get-involved/employment/law-enforcement/physical/
Medical Requirements
Must pass a thorough medical examination, including drug screening, by a licensed physician at applicant’s expense.
Unaided vision shall not be less than 20/100 in each eye and shall be corrected to 20/20; field of vision must be 130 degrees; must have the ability to distinguish primary colors, must not be red/green deficient and have binocular vision; must not have double vision, lack of depth perception or other chronic eye disorders that affects normal vision.
FWC APPLICANT DISQUALIFIER LIST
Criminal History
- Any felony conviction
- A misdemeanor conviction involving domestic violence
- A misdemeanor conviction involving perjury or a false statement
- A dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States
- Marijuana use, in past two years
- Controlled substance use, other than prescribed, with in the last 5 years.
- Driving Under the Influence or Boating Under the Influence conviction within past five years
- Any traffic or boating violation involving the refusal to submit to a breath/blood/urine test within five years
- No more than four moving violations within the past three years
- Any sustained internal investigation for perjury or false statements
- Unaided vision shall not be less than 20/100 in each eye and shall be corrected to 20/20
- Field of vision must be 130 degrees
- Must have the ability to distinguish primary colors (must not be red/green deficient) and have binocular vision
- Must not have double vision, lack of depth perception or other chronic eye disorders that affects normal vision
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Salary : $2,327 - $60,500
