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City of Zephyrhills

Patrol Officer

Pay: $55,663/yr

Posted: 2 days ago

Location: Zephyrhills, FL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 18 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/3/2026

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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.

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Job Description Job Description Position Title:

Patrol Officer (6 Positions).

Job Location:

Police Department. City of Zephyrhills.

Salary Range:

Starting Salary :

$57,018.27 / $26.11/hr. Pay Grade Z-161. Non-Exempt / Mandatory Testing.

Fair Labor Standards Act Status:

Applicable.

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 get along well with others and be of a temperament, which enables them to handle emergency situations without excitement or panic. Must be trustworthy, dependable, honest and able to maintain confidentiality at all times. Applicant must be able to work all shifts and be in good physical condition.

Brief Description Of Duties:

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.

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. The City of Zephyrhills has an excellent benefit package, which includes medical, dental, life insurance, and Florida Retirement System (FRS).

How To Apply:

Submit a City law enforcement job application to: Human Resources. City of Zephyrhills. 5335 8th Street. Zephyrhills, FL 33542. Applications available at City Hall or at: https://www.ci.zephyrhills.fl.us/194/Employment -Applications.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled.

Date Position Available:

June 15, 2026 The City of Zephyrhills is an equal opportunity employer & drug free workplace.