Police Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas to prevent and detect crimes, enforce laws, and provide assistance.
• Respond to calls involving accidents, criminal activities, and disasters.
• Conduct thorough investigations, secure scenes, gather evidence, and make arrests.
• Issue traffic summonses, parking citations, and vehicle defect corrections.
• Process found property and evidence, demonstrating technical expertise.
• Act as a field training officer, mentoring and guiding new police officers.
• Maintain proficiency in firearm usage and adhere to high standards.
• Collaborate with community members, ensuring effective public relations.

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong knowledge of law enforcement principles, practices, and regulations.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local criminal laws and ordinances.
• Exceptional report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and react calmly in emergencies.
• Proficiency in firearm use and care.
• Valid Florida Class "E" driver's license.
• Certificate of Completion from Police Academy.
• Certified and Registered with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
• High school graduation or equivalent diploma.
• Successful completion of physical and psychological evaluations and background checks.
• Completion of Police Academy curriculum and in-service training.

Perks

• $10,000 signing bonus.
• Opportunity to serve and protect your community.
• The City of Lake Alfred is an Equal Opportunity Employer & a Drug-Free Workplace.