Police Officer

Police Officer

The City of Fellsmere FL offers a full-time position with a salary range of $55,567.00 - $95,000.00 annually. The job is located in Fellsmere, FL, within the Police Department. The listing closes on 11 / 30 / 2025 at 11 : 59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada).

The job duties include :

• Patrols an assigned area on foot and / or in a car.
• Checks doors and windows of business establishments.
• Investigates any and all unusual or suspicious activities.
• Enforces vehicle parking and pertaining laws.
• Watches for and makes investigations of wanted and missing persons and property.
• Makes investigations at the scene of accidents and prepares reports.
• Searches and apprehends violators.
• Serves subpoenas and warrants.
• Escorts funerals, assists children at street crossing and controls pedestrian compliance with safety laws.
• Answers calls for service.
• Escorts prisoners to police station.
• Testifies and presents evidence in court.
• Directs traffic at an intersection.
• Enforces traffic laws.
• Gives information concerning the location of street routes and buildings.
• Assists in the investigation of places and persons suspected of being engaged in illegal activities.
• Checks on operation of public places for compliance with the law.
• Develops and maintains sources of information.
• Assumes and performs related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of modern principles and practices of police work.

Knowledge of the laws of arrest, laws of search and seizure, rules of evidence and court procedures.

Knowledge of controlling laws and ordinances.

Knowledge of first aid methods.

Ability to observe situations analytically and objectively and to report and record them clearly and completely.

Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.

Ability to meet approved physical requirements.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school or equivalent certifications and completion of minimum standards course set by Florida Police Standards Council (minimum certificate). Must meet all requirements as prescribed by the Fellsmere Police Department policies.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

Tasks involve the ability to exert extremely heavy physical effort in very heavy work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, running, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and / or pulling of objects and materials in excess of 100 pounds. Tasks may involve standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Tasks also include the ability to pursue and control suspects, use self-defense techniques and meet departmental firearms qualifications.

Schedule :

Monday - Friday

Weekends

Nights

Morning

Overtime

Ability to Commute :

Fellsmere, FL 32948 (Required)

Willingness to travel :

25% (Preferred)

Work Location : In person

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / VETERANS PREFERENCE / DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE :

The City of Fellsmere is an equal opportunity, and drug-free workplace employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, national origin, physical disability, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex, or other non-merit factors (except as limited by law, personnel rules, collective bargaining agreements, or bona fide occupational requirements). Women and minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Fellsmere participates in E-Verify.

Benefits include :

457(b)

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance