POLICE RECRUIT Position Available In Palm Beach, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: This is an entry-level Police Recruit position with the Town of Lantana, FL, offering $15.00 - $18.75 an hour. Recruits will attend and complete required courses at an approved Florida Law Enforcement Academy, pass the State Officer Certification Examination, and maintain professional behavior. Successful completion may lead to a sworn Police Officer position.
Job Description
POLICE RECRUIT
Town of Lantana – 2.0 Lantana, FL Job Details Full-time $15.00 – $18.75 an hour 2 days ago Qualifications 3 years Entry level Full Job Description
JOB JOB SUMMARY
This is an entry-level trainee position for individuals seeking a career as a Police Officer with the Town of Lantana. Police Recruits are hired under the Town’s Police Recruit Scholarship Program, which provides financial support for tuition, uniforms, equipment, and books associated with the Law Enforcement Basic Recruit Academy. While attending the academy, Recruits are compensated hourly and receive benefits. Upon successful completion of the program and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) State Officer Certification Exam, the Recruit may be reclassified to a sworn Police Officer position with all applicable benefits under the Town’s current labor contract.
This is a temporary training position. Recruits who do not complete the program or fail to meet certification requirements will be released from employment. Additionally, those who do not fulfill a three-year full-time employment commitment following certification may be required to reimburse the Town for all associated training and equipment costs, per the terms of the Police Recruit Scholarship Agreement.
ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONSNote:
These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment.
Attend and complete all required courses and practical training at an approved Florida Law Enforcement Academy.
Successfully pass the State Officer Certification Examination for law enforcement.
Maintain required attendance and academic standing at the training institution.
Follow all Town and academy rules, policies, and procedures.
Perform administrative or operational tasks within the Lantana Police Department when not in active academy training.
Participate in departmental and Town-mandated training programs.
Maintain professional behavior, discipline, and integrity as a representative of the Lantana Police Department.
May be required to assist in preparation, response, or recovery activities during declared Town emergencies.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND
ABILITIESStrong desire and commitment to serve the public through a career in law enforcement.
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
Capacity to meet physical and psychological demands of police academy training and law enforcement work.
Ability to interact with diverse individuals with professionalism and respect.
Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and integrity.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Physical RequirementsWorking ConditionsModerate lifting, 15-44 poundsModerate carrying, 15-44 poundsUse of fingersBoth hands requiredBoth legs requiredWalking (frequent)Standing (frequent)Crawling (occasional)Kneeling (occasional)Climbing (occasional)Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception (correction permitted)Hearing (aid permitted) Operation of motor vehicleAbility to distinguish basic colorsAbility to distinguish shades of colorsOutside and insideExcessive heatExcessive humidityInside office environmentExcessive noise (occasional)
