Police Officer

Print  Police Officer Salary $57,012.80 - $94,057.60 Annually Location Titusville, FL Job Type Full-Time Job Number 26-0930 Department Law Enforcement - 801 Opening Date 09/30/2026 Closing Date 10/28/2026 5:00 PM Eastern FLSA Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit FOP DescriptionBenefitsQuestions Job Summary The Police Officer is responsible for protecting life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances within the assigned jurisdiction. This role involves the suppression and detection of crime, apprehension of law violators, and the general enforcement of laws and ordinances. Officers work according to department rules and regulations and are assigned to various duties based on department needs. Essential Job Functions (illustrative Only) Enforce laws and ordinances to protect life and property within the designated jurisdiction.Suppress and detect criminal activity through patrols, investigations, and proactive measures.Apprehend law violators and ensure proper documentation and processing.Respond to calls for service, including emergencies, disturbances, and criminal incidents.Complete reports, maintain records, and document activities and incidents accurately.Work collaboratively with other officers, departments, and community members to maintain public safety.Follow department rules, regulations, and procedures while performing all tasks.Attend training, meetings, and other professional development activities as required.Maintain physical and mental readiness to respond to various law enforcement situations. Work Schedule And Supervision Assigned to a designated shift based on department needs.Receive work assignments, instructions, and supervision from a superior officer.Work methods and outcomes are reviewed by a superior officer through reports, inspections, and discussions of job-related issues. Knowledge, Abilities, And Skills Knowledge of Police Practices: Understand current police methods and procedures, as well as first-aid principles and the ability to apply them effectively in emergenciesLegal Knowledge: Ability to learn and apply the rules and regulations of the Police Department, federal and state laws, and city ordinances.Familiarity with Criminal Law: Knowledge of the physical and social characteristics of the City, with a focus on criminal law, including the procedures for apprehension, arrests, and the admissibility of evidenceEmotional Control and Impartiality: Ability to manage personal emotions, maintain impartiality, and remain calm in emergency situations.Investigation Skills: Ability to gather information through interviews, interrogations, and observations to solve cases effectively.Attention to Detail: Strong memory and attention to detail for names, faces, and incident specifics to ensure accuracy in investigations.Communication and Comprehension: Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions and prepare clear, comprehensive reports.Physical Stamina: Ability to work long hours and endure the physical demands of police work.Public Interaction: Ability to engage with the public courteously and effectively, fostering positive community relations.Firearm Proficiency: Skilled in the proper use and maintenance of firearms. Physical Abilities Test (P.A.T.) Applicants for the sworn (Police Officer) position must complete a Waiver of Liability and Consent Form (ref. PowerDMS) and undergo a Physical Abilities Test (P.A.T.) as part of the background process before being appointed to probationary status.The P.A.T. is a required component for all applicants seeking employment as a Police Officer or Police Officer Recruit (POR) with the City of Titusville.The P.A.T. requirements are job-related and nondiscriminatory. Education & Experience High School degree or GED is required, prefer an Associate degree in Criminal Justice. Shall have successfully completed a Florida Basic Law Enforcement Academy or Equivalency of Training (for Out of State transfer) and have passed the State Officers Certification Exam (through FDLE). A combination of education and experience may be considered. Special Requirements Possession of a valid Florida operator's driver's license without restrictions other than corrective lenses. Must reside within a fifty-mile radius of the City of Titusville. Successfully complete psychological and polygraph tests, fingerprinting, driving record check and background check. Must have telephone in home residence. Subject to emergency call-out during off-duty hours and on weekends as required. This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current Drugs and Alcohol policy. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to move 150-pound objects up to 100 feet in an emergency. Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, running, standing, sitting, walking, and operating motor vehicle for prolonged periods of time; climbing obstructions, complete mobility of all limbs and discharging firearms; operating motorized vehicles; lifting and pushing, Must be able to run extended distances and apprehend fleeing suspects. Additional Physical Abilities Required Speaking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken English word including the ability to convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately and concisely. Ability to communicate verbally both in person and over the phone. Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time.Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles. Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word including those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.Visual Acuity: Have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles, include close vision, distant vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must possess the visual acuity distinguish details and differences when observing people, places, or things in law enforcement work.Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances. Including ability to walk in uneven terrain on a daily basis.Running: Must be able to run extended distances and apprehend fleeing suspects. Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.Handling: Holding, or otherwise working, primarily with the whole hand. Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discrimination in sound.Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees. Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. Mental Acuity: Ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes.Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw or haul objects in a sustained motion.Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers. This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. The City of Titusville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the American’s with Disabilities Act, the City of Titusville will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. E.O.E. The City of Titusville prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Acknowledged And Accepted _____________________________________________________________ Name & Date Complete Benefits Package Health, Dental, Vision Coverage Active 1st of the month after completions of 2 full months of service. Retirement Savings 401A ( up to 4% match of base pay with City contribution)457B Retirement City employees become enrolled in the Pension Plan from the first day of employment Share Plan Police Officers are eligible to receive a defined contribution Share Plan funded by state Premium Tax Dristribtuions. Life Insurance 2x base salary, rounded to next $1,000 city paid (additional optional life insurance plan available) Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefit Holidays 9 days per year2 floating holidays per year (after 6 month probationary period has been completed) Vacation Leave 80 hours/year, increases 88 hours/ year after second year and then in two year increments. Vacation leave credit may be accumilated to a maximum of 120 hours in addition to that authorized in an anniversary year. Sick Leave 8 hours allowance accumulated for each month of service completed. Sick Leave And Personnel Leave 8 hours per month. Personnel leave can be used from the sick leave balance. Bereavement Leave Vacation Buyback Program Sick Leave Donation Program Incentive Pay Family Friendly Flexible hours and schedules to accommodate employee and City needs Employee Recognition Annual performance feedbackEmployee of the Month recognitionCity Employee of the Year recognitionAnnual Employee recognition event Well Being Annual Health Access ProgramComprehensive Wellness ProgramEmployee Health & Wellness Facility (shared with Brevard County)Free Membership discount (Parrish)Free Community Programs/Classes (Parrish partnership)Wellness Portal (Aetna)Wellness Education (Lunch & Learns)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Employee Health Clinic (for enrolled employees and dependents)Discounts through Tickets at Work Tuition Reimbursement Employees may be reimbursed for approved tuition requests for grade received: A=100% B= 75% C= 50% Reimbursement does not include books, student activity fees, etc. Police Sponsorship Program Prior to an employee being sponsored by the Department to attend a program, they will be required to sign an agreement with the City. This agreement acknowledges the sponsorship and the obligation to pay-back the City if the employee leaves within two (2) years of completing the program. The payback requirement will be based on a sliding scale. See agreement for all program requirements. Full-time employment with the City of Titusville qualifies you for Public Service Loan Forgiveness once you meet all requirements. Please check website for details. 01 Do you possess a High School diploma or GED? YesNo 02 Have you successfully completed a Florida Basic Law Enforcement Academy approved by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE)? YesNo 03 If no to question 2, have you completed an approved Equivalency of Training (EOT) program for out-of-state law enforcement officers? YesNo 04 Have you passed the Florida State Officer Certification Examination administered through FDLE? YesNo 05 I understand that if selected for employment in this position, I will be subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City of Titusville's current substance abuse policy. YesNo Required Question Employer City of Titusville Address 555 S Washington Ave. Titusville, Florida, 32796 Phone 321-567-3729 Website http://www.titusville.com Please verify your email address Verify Email Job Opportunities Account Privacy Policy Terms Of Use Accessibility Statement Copyright © 2026 Do not sell my personal information For California Residents, And To The Extent NEOGOV Sells Your Personal Information As The Term “sell” Is Defined Under The California Consumer Privacy Act, You Have The Right To Opt-out Of The Sale Of Your Personal Information By Us To Third Parties At Any Time. This Setting Only Applies To Registered Account Holders That Have Opted-in For An Access Membership. 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