Police Officer ID-7427

SUMMARY

General duty police work in the protection of life and property.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
The following duties are normal for this position.


The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school graduation or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Must be at least 19 years of age. Must be a U.S. citizen with no convictions of a felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude. Completion of minimum standards as required by the State of Florida. Successful completion of all medical and fitness requirements. Effective July 1, 2013 all applicants must have at least one of the following: 60 credits from an accredited college, two years of military experience with an honorable discharge, or three years of prior certified law enforcement officer experience.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:

Florida Law Enforcement Certification; Valid Florida Driver's License and an acceptable driving record. Certifications must remain valid for the period of employment in this classification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine proper course of action to be taken.
  • Ability to cope with situations firmly, courteously and tactfully, and with respect for the rights of others.
  • Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Ability to read, write and speak effectively.
  • Ability to meet physical requirements and standards.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Knowledge of the street locations, geography and types of construction in the village.
  • Understand and follow oral and written instructions.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Meet physical requirements as indicated for State of Florida Certification. Must endure sustained acts of physical exhaustion and endure periods of duty under unfavorable and life-threatening situations. Must be able to wear bullet-resistant vest. Heavy (45 pounds and over) lifting and carrying. Reaching, pulling, pushing, balancing, smelling, and throwing. Climbing (including ladders). Visual and hearing acuity, with or without correction, are required. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping, jumping, running, and driving. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Works inside and outside in various weather conditions with: noise, fumes, gases, smoke or flames, odors, slippery and uneven surfaces, heights, poor lighting. Work in or with moving objects or vehicles and in hazardous and stressful conditions. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.
The Village of Palm Springs offers a complete benefits package.
General Benefits Information
If Selected: Conditional Offer of Employment contingent upon Background Check, Physical, Drug Screen (if applicable) and if interviewing for PD, a Psych and Polygraph as well.

PROBATION:
All positions serve a one (1) year probationary period

PENSION PLAN: FRS (Florida Retirement System)

  • Mandatory 3% employee contribution of your gross salary
  • Fully vested after eight (8) yearsV
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