Police Officer Position Available In Palm Beach, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The Village of Tequesta Police Department is recruiting for a full-time Police Officer. Responsibilities include protecting life and property, enforcing laws, investigating criminal activity, and responding to emergencies. The starting pay is $66,532.86, with negotiations ongoing for a new contract. Applicants must be 21 or older, have a high school diploma, US citizenship, pass medical and background checks, and have a valid Florida driver's license. Benefits include vacation, personal days, paid holidays, sick leave, retirement plan, and insurance coverage. Deadline is open until filled.
Job Description
Police Officer 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 345 Tequesta Dr, Tequesta, FL 33469 POLICE OFFICER Police Department The Village is currently accepting applications for a full-time Police Officer. This position protects life and property, enforces federal, state and local laws, investigates criminal activity and responds to emergency/non-emergency situations. Open until filled. The current starting pay is $66,532.86, and negotiations have commenced between the Village and the PBA for a new 3-year contract, to take effect 10/1/2025.
NOTE:
In addition to submitting your intent via this job portal, interested parties must complete the Police Application form on the Employment Opportunities page of the Village’s website (www.tequesta.org) and email to mdaniele@tequesta.org, along with the required documentation. A pplicants who have not completed Florida basic police officer academy training will not be considered and neither will applications without the fully completed package . Be 21 years of age or older Have a high school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by completion of basic police officer training academy Have U.S. citizenship Be able to pass a medical examination Be able to pass a thorough background check Possess a valid Florida driver’s license or be able to obtain one prior to employment
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Demonstrated ability to perform work requiring little supervision Good physical condition Sound conflict resolution skills Sound oral and written communication skills Technical competence with computers
Benefits:
Vacation leave (0-4 years = 2 weeks; 5-9 years = 3 weeks; 10 years+ = 4 weeks) Personal days (3 days annually) Paid holidays (13 days annually) Sick leave (96 hours annually) Defined Benefit retirement plan with 6% employee contribution Life, Health and Dental Insurance (individual Health/Dental coverages at 100%) Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Deadline:
Open until filled.
