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Sacramento Area Council of Governments

Police Officer

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $33,496/yr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Lake City, FL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/6/2026

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What they do

A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.

$65,193 / year median in Florida

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Job Description

POSITION TITLE

POLICE

OFFICER DEPARTMENT

POLICE

POSITION NO.

22-0001 MIN.

STARTING SALARY

$33,496.45 The City of Lake City is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer in the Police Department. Applicant must meet the minimum standards and training as specified in the Florida Statutes and be certified by the State of Florida. Certified Law Enforcement Officer's (LEO) starting annual base salary is $33,496.45. LEO'S will receive $600.00 annual clothing allowance and are eligible for $180.00 annual gym reimbursement. All LEO'S are eligible for additional salary incentives through Union contract and FDLE. Applicant must be a high school graduate or equivalent, with good moral character and background. Successful applicant must have a valid Florida driver's license and will be required to pass a background check, pre-employment physical and drug screen. Non-certified applicants may apply to be considered as a sponsorship applicant who will be sponsored by the City of Lake City to attend the Law Enforcement Academy to receive standards and training as specified in the Florida Statutes and to be certified by the State of Florida; if funding exists. Applicants can apply online at www.lcfla.com or applications may be obtained from and returned to Human Resources, City Hall, 205 N Marion Avenue, Lake City, FL 32055. The City of Lake City is an

EEO/AA/ADA/VP

employer. Women and Minorities Are Encouraged to Apply.

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