Police Officer

Police Officer | $20,000 Signing Bonus
Salary Range: $54,049 - $62,015. Employee Benefits: Public Safety Retirement Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Paid Time Off, Employee Wellness Benefits

Join our esteemed law enforcement team as a LAPD Police Officer and make a lasting impact on our growing community. Enforce laws, maintain order, and protect life and property through dedicated service. Under the guidance of the Police Chief, you'll play a crucial role in responding to incidents, conducting investigations, and ensuring public well-being.

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:

• $20,000 signing bonus.
• Opportunity to serve and protect your community.
• Our department is growing, affording our personnel active and exciting career growth and development.

Join us in upholding safety and promoting well-being. Apply now and be part of our dedicated police force!

The City of Lake Alfred is an Equal Opportunity Employer & a Drug-Free Workplace.