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Patrol Officer (6 Positions)

Pay: $55,708/yr

Posted: 06/23/2026

Location: Zephyrhills, FL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 5 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/11/2026

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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

+4% projected growth

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SALARY RANGE

Starting Salary:

$57,108.27 / $26.11/hr.

PATROL OFFICER

Performs general duty police work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Routine patrol work in an assigned area, preliminary investigation and miscellaneous duties incidental thereto performed in accordance with departmental rules and regulations. Exercise initiative and discretion when faced with emergency conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Florida Law Enforcement Certified required. (May also consider out-of-state law enforcement certified and requiring an Equivalency Certificate from the State of Florida, Corrections Certified and requiring a Crossover Corrections to Law Enforcement Certification.) Applicant must be able to meet the requirements for certification as outlined in Florida State Statutes 943.13, which may be viewed at http://www.flsenate.gov/statutes . Ability to maintain and submit accurate reports. Must have the ability to work with others and be of a temperament, which enables them to handle emergency situations without excitement or panic. Must be able to maintain confidentiality at all times. Applicant must be able to work all shifts.

EXAMINATION & PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST DATE

To be announced. May include written, oral, performance, computerized, interview, and/or any combination. Regularly check your email (including junk/spam folder) and telephone messages for notifications. The compensation package will start at the base salary range and may vary based on proven abilities of the individual selected. Employer has an excellent benefit package, which includes medical, dental, life insurance, and Florida Retirement System (FRS).

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