Florida Certified Police Officer

Police Officer

This is generalized law enforcement and public safety work in the prevention of crime, protection of life and property, and apprehension of criminal offenders.

An incumbent in this classification of work is responsible for performing tasks of more than average difficulty involving the protection of life and property. After completion of an initial training period, the employee is responsible for enforcing federal, state and local laws, and performing related police activities. Incumbents are involved in either patrolling an assigned area in a radio-equipped vehicle, or performing administrative, communications, public information and / or complaint duties.

Under general supervision of a sergeant or other police supervision, the employee is required to exercise initiative and independent judgment as well as tact, courtesy and self-control in performance of duties. The incumbent is also expected to make decisions calmly and quickly in emergency or hazardous situations. Some positions in this class may include receiving in-service training in preparation for promotion or special assignment. Most positions require the employee to work on rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. Work is reviewed through reports submitted, observation and results obtained.

• Note base salary as shown includes 2.5% First Responder Pay and 2.5% Accreditation Pay

Education : Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a G.E.D. equivalency diploma.

Proof of the highest level of completed education must be submitted as an attachment with application. (Applications without attached proof of education and required documents listed below will not be processed for consideration.)

Experience : Ability to meet all requirements of the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission.

Current certification as a state of Florida Law Enforcement Officer or Basic Recruit Certificate.

Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

If out of state, must obtain a valid Florida driver's license prior to hire.

Florida Experience : The department is willing to start at a higher rate dependent on your resume / experience level compared to the regular duties of a Sunrise Police Officer.

Out of State Experience : The department is willing to start at a higher rate dependent on your resume / experience level compared to the regular duties of a Sunrise Police Officer.

Required Documents : The following documents MUST be attached as (1) complete .pdf file (MAX FILE SIZE - 10MB) and submitted with your application :

Sunrise Police Department Background Questionnaire. This booklet can be downloaded by clicking the link. Please note it must be typed AND notarized.

Birth Certificate or Certificate of Naturalization

Social Security Card

Driver's License

Florida Police Officer Certificate or Basic Recruit Certificate

FLHSMV Complete Driver License History

High School Diploma or GED Certificate

College Diploma and Transcripts (if applicable)

CJBAT Test Results

Physical Agility Test results

Military DD214 (if applicable)

Supporting Documents : Training certificates, awards, letters of recommendation and any other licenses held

Physical Requirements : Work Environment : Duties are performed in multiple locations including police precincts, City offices and outdoors may be required to conduct patrol duties by foot, bicycle or patrol car. Work shifts hours vary and may include evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. High degree of exposure to potentially hazardous conditions including inclement weather and severe temperatures. Officers may be subject to dangerous and stressful situations on a daily basis.

Physical : Ability to sit in a patrol car for prolonged periods of time.

Ability to physically manipulate cadavers as required to process evidence.

Occasional lifting of over 70 lbs. may be required.

Prolonged carrying of articles weighing between 10 to 25 lbs.

Sitting, standing, or walking for long periods of time.

Occasional squatting, climbing, kneeling, and running.

Ability to operate city issued vehicles.

Physical Fitness Testing : Applicants must pass a physical agility test that may include extensive exercise and progressive resistance training, flexibility exercises, muscular strength, endurance and a cardiovascular program.

Applicants must be able to swim and demonstrate proficiency in a swim test.

Sensory : Corrected visual acuity of 20 / 30 in both eyes; no marked red-green deficiency of color vision and no dimming of red objects; normal depth perception; no significant interference with night vision; no significant loss of peripheral vision; strabismus which is accompanied by double vision and not correctable. This will also include no hearing loss of greater than 46 decibels in the 3,000 cps range.

The ability to perceive and differentiate visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally and in writing. Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through personal contact, the use of the telephone and / or other City-issued technology devices