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Police Officer - Non-Certified ($10,000 Sign-On Bonus)

City of Coral Gables · Coral Gables, FL · 3 wk ago
Information TechnologyFull-time

About the Role

Enforces laws and ordinances of the City, County, and State. Performs traffic activities, makes arrests and bookings. Patrols an assigned area on foot or by vehicle. Performs patrol activities, to include pursuing and apprehending subjects, conducting felony stops, conducting teletype checks, controlling disorderly persons, transporting subjects and prisoners, searching for wanted persons, conducting dwelling and ground checks. Conducts investigations, including crime scenes, deaths, abuse cases, domestic violence, traffic accidents, animal calls, and non-police action calls. Collects disposes and secures evidence. Writes reports and processes paperwork. Performs traffic activities, including issuing citations, directing traffic, investigating driving under the influence incidents, and arranging for the removal of vehicles. Responds to rescue calls. Responds to emergencies, including controlling riots and directing evacuations. Performs first aid duties. Performs other related tasks as required.

Minimum Requirements

  • 21 years of age (candidates may apply 6 months before their 21st birthday)
  • United States Citizen
  • A minimum of 54 accredited college credits
  • Substitutes for college credit requirement:
    • Military Experience: Three years of active military service
    • Police Experience: Three years of full-time law enforcement (police officer) experience

Selection Process

Duration: Approximately 3 to 5 months.

  • Step 1: Review the minimum requirements (detailed link provided in the application).
  • Step 2: Apply online – complete every question thoroughly; incomplete applications may be disqualified.
  • Step 3: Attend in-person meeting – applicants who meet requirements and standards will be scheduled; complete paperwork and receive information about final steps.
  • Step 4: Invitation to interview/oral board – upon completion of application and documentation.

Physical Agility Test (PAT)

All applicants are required to successfully pass the PAT before receiving a conditional offer letter. It is highly recommended to take the PAT at the outset to allow for multiple attempts. Candidates who complete the PAT before orientation will be prioritized for interview scheduling. Strongly recommended to complete the PAT as soon as possible before Step 3 (in-person meeting).

Testing locations:

  • Miami Dade College School of Justice – follow the directions in the provided link to schedule
  • City of Miami – contact Mabel Gonzalez (email and phone number provided in the posting) to register; information link provided
  • Broward College – swim test not required; sign-up information link provided

Vision Acuity Exam

Please complete the vision acuity exam with the appropriate medical professional. You will have time to complete this after orientation; however, completing it as soon as you receive your orientation invitation will help expedite the selection process. A link to the exam form is provided in the posting.

Reapplication Process

Interviewed applicants may reapply one year from the date of their online application.

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