Police Officer

Description Join the Longwood Police Department! We are seeking motivated, dedicated, and courageous individuals to serve as Police Officers in our growing community. If you have a strong sense of duty, a commitment to justice, and the desire to make a difference, we want to hear from you! This selection process will be for developing an eligibility list for full time police officer positions. Why Longwood PD? Starting Salary $63,532.69 No Experience? No problem! All officers go through our Field Training Program. Prior Experience? You may be eligible for an additional increase, up to 12%, and we encourage you to ask us about our promotional and lateral transfer opportunities. Visible tattoos permitted on your arms, wrists, and legs

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Load bearing vest carriers Opportunities to work in various specialized units within the department and multi-agency task forces to include SWAT and the Dive Team Off Duty Detail opportunities locally and with UCF and Orlando Police Department 1% employee contribution into retirement, the City funds the rest! $0 premium employee only health insurance Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities No cost take home patrol vehicle (within mileage limits) Benefits negotiated in a collective bargaining agreement

• Represented by Teamsters Local 385

About Us:

The Longwood Police Department is comprised of 50 law enforcement officers and support staff providing 24-hour coverage to the City's residents, the business community, and visitors. The police department utilizes Uniform Road Patrol, Traffic Enforcement, Criminal Investigations, Community Relations, K-9, and

School Resource Programs Applicants Must:

Be a United States Citizen Be at least 19 years of age Have a High School Diploma or GED Pass a pre-employment screening Maintain a valid Florida Driver's License Meet minimum qualifications listed in the Police Officer job description The Longwood Police Department is committed to a diverse work force, is a drug free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. View the position requirements and the full job description here. Candidates must comply with GO16

• This positing is open until filled
• Disclaimer The City of Longwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In compliance with The Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Benefits are effective the first day of the month, following 30 days of employment, unless otherwise stated benefits are for eligible full-time employees only. Health Insurance

• The City offers three health plan options through United Healthcare. United Healthcare Plan 22
• $0 cost for employee coverage! United Healthcare Plan 21-H.S.A Plan
• $0 cost for employee coverage! United Healthcare Plan 20 Health Savings Account (HSA
• The City offers employees the option of a Health Savings Account (HSA), which is a tax-advantaged medical savings account available to eligible employees who are enrolled in a high-deductible health plan. Employees may use their HSA on qualified medical expenses. Flexible Spending
• The City offers two Flexible Spending plans; a Health Care Flex Spending and a Dependent Care Flex Spending. Dental Insurance
• The City offers two dental options through Guardian. One option is a DHMO option which requires you to designate an in-network provider. The other option is a PPO options which give you the freedom to use in
• and-out of network providers. You can access the dental provider's network and find a dentist near you at www.guardianlife.com. Vision Insurance
• The City offers a voluntary vision plan through United Healthcare Vision. Employer Paid Basic Group Life and AD&D Insurance
• The City of Longwood provides you with $50,000 of life and AD&D insurance.

Teamsters and IAFF positions may have additional life insurance provided.

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Employee Group Life and AD&D Insurance

• You are also able to purchase additional life and AD&D insurance through the City.

As a new hire, the guaranteed issue amount for employees to enroll is up to $100,000, up to $25,000 for your spouse and up to $10,000 for your child(ren). Employees are eligible for up to 5x your earnings to a maximum of $500,000. Your spouse is eligible for 50% of your coverage amount. Coverage over the guaranteed issue requires an Evidence of Insurability form. Employer Paid Long Term Disability

• At no cost to you, as a new hire, you are automatically enrolled in this benefit. Aflac Voluntary Benefits
• Through Aflac you will be able to enroll in Short-term Disability, Accident, Cancer or Critical Illness coverage, more information on how these plans work are available through www.aflac.com Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Nationwide pet insurance helps you cover veterinary expenses so you can provide your pets with the best care possible—without worrying about the cost.

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//benefits.petinsurance.com/longwoodfl PENSION The City provides a Defined Contribution Program through Florida League of Cities; all regular full-time employees are automatically enrolled in this benefit. The City makes a 10% contribution to general employees' pension plan. The City contributes to the Teamsters (Police), and IAFF employees' pension plan and employees contribute 1% of their salary. Deferred Retirement

• Full-Time regular employees have the option of joining a 457 Deferred Retirement Plan in addition to the Employees' Pension Plan. Employee Assistance
• The City recognizes that personal problems and family member problems can affect work performance and quality of life in general.

In an effort to provide support and assistance to employees and dependents, the City is providing this confidential program without cost to employees. Professional consultations cover financial matters, family communications, stress, alcohol/drug problems, emotional/psychological distress and legal problems. Vacation Leave

• The City provides annual paid vacation time off work to eligible full-time employees to allow for rest, recreation and personal activities. Vacation entitlement is based upon service credit. Sick Leave
• Regular full-time employees accrue (8) hours per completed month paid sick leave.

Sworn firefighters accrue (12) hours per completed month paid sick leave. Sworn police officers accrue (8.4) hours (equivalent to the number of hours in a scheduled work shift).

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