Police Officer Candidate (Certified and Non-Certified) Salary $68,153.47 Annually Location Boca Raton, FL Job Type Full-Time Department Police Services Job Number 02072 Job Description PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CAREFULLY. IF YOUR PAT/BMST SCORES ARE NOT ATTACHED, YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE FORWARDED FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION. IF YOU ARE AN OUT-OF-STATE APPLICANT, PLEASE VISIT CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PROCESS. ABOUT THE POLICE OFFICER APPLICATION PROCESS: Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; computer based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check including complete driving record history; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 12 to 16 weeks. Reapplication is allowable after six (6) months. To be considered for employment with the City of Boca Raton, applicants must provide at least ten (10) years of continuous employment history, if applicable. In the event the applicant has not been employed for ten (10) continuous years, all time for the ten (10) year period prior to the date of application must be accounted for including periods of school, unemployment and retirement. Non-certified officer candidates will be required to attend a Florida Criminal Justice Entry Level Training Program (police academy) selected by the department. In addition to the department's established hiring criteria, candidates must meet all training center entrance requirements and maintain academic and performance standards throughout the course of study. GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK: Performs difficult professional work to protect and serve the citizens through enforcement of city ordinances and state and federal laws, prevent crimes, apprehend criminals, and provide aid and assistance. Work is performed under regular supervision. Performs related tasks as required. TYPICAL FUNCTIONS: Responds to calls for service for emergencies and non-emergencies; Prepares reports, affidavits, and other documentation as required; Conducts investigations of calls for service and crime scenes; Arrests and processes persons committing felonies/misdemeanors and city code violations; Patrols business and residential areas, and works with CRIME WATCH coordinator; Enforces laws, investigates accidents and directs traffic. RELATED TASKS: Testifies at depositions and in court; Performs first aid and CPR. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of federal and state law and municipal ordinances; Police Department policies and procedures; and geography and demography of jurisdiction and related crime situation. Proficient in use of police equipment. Must be able to read, write and speak clearly in English language. Must have mental capacity and ability to make deadly force decisions. Must be available to be on call 24 hours a day. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Must be at least 19 years of age. Must have at least one of the following: 60 credits of college, two years of military experience with an honorable discharge, or two years of prior law enforcement experience. Must be a U.S. citizen at the time of application. Must have no convictions of a felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Non-certified officer candidates will be required to attend a Florida Criminal Justice Entry Level Training Program (police academy) selected by the department. In addition to the department's established hiring criteria, candidates must meet all training center entrance requirements and maintain academic and performance standards throughout the course of study. Physical agility test required for all applicants. Possession of a valid State of Florida driver's license with no more than six points for the past three years. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to wear hard hat/helmet, safety glasses, goggles, bullet-proof vest, hearing protectors, face shield, and gloves. Exposure to extreme temperatures, animals/insects, confined spaces, heights, noise, dust, vapors, fumes, mist, smoke, toxic metals, poisons, irritants, and blood borne pathogens. Benefits for Full-Time Positions Full-time employees receive an excellent benefit package which includes paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, health insurance, and retirement plan. Specific coverage varies by employee group. Benefits for Part-Time Positions Part time employees that work more than 1040 hours in a fiscal year receive 12 hours of floating holiday time for the next fiscal year. Benefits for Volunteer Positions Volunteers have the opportunity to form new friendships, have fun, be involved in our community, and gain new experiences. Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program The City of Boca Raton qualifies as Future and current employees may be eligible for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program. This benefit allows a write off of student loans for those working in any public service after 10 years. For additional information click here 01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application? Yes No 02 Which of the qualifications below do you meet? Please select all that apply. I an Associates Degree or have completed at least 60 college course credits. I have two (2) years of active military duty with an honorable discharge. I have two (2) years experience as a certified law enforcement officer (not correctional officer). I do not meet any of these qualifications. 03 The Physical Agility Test is valid for one (1) year. Have you taken and passed the Physical Agility Test within the calendar year? Yes No 04 This position will require you to work in a 24 hour per day; seven (7) day per week environment. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement? Yes No 05 Do you possess a valid driver's license with no more than six (6) points in the last three (3) years prior to employment? Yes No 06 If yes, from what state is your drivers license issued? A State of Florida license must be obtained prior to being hired. 07 Please list all (if any) of the traffic citations you have received within the last three (3) years. Please include nature of infraction, date issued and case disposition. 08 Have you been convicted of any felony, or of a misdemeanor involving perjury, or issuing a false statement? Yes No 09 Have you ever been arrested? If yes, what were the dates of the arrest(s), what were you arrested for, and what was the disposition of the case(s)? 10 Have you used illegal substances within the last three (3) years? Yes No 11 What are your standards of success in your current job? What have you done to meet these standards? Provide a recent example. 12 What are some recent responsibilities you chose to take on? Why did you assume those responsibilities? How effective have you been in fulfilling those duties? 13 To be considered for employment with the City of Boca Raton, applicants must provide at least ten (10) years of continuous history. Did you account for the last ten (10) year period including all employment, periods of inactivity, school and/or retirement? Yes No 14 To complete your application you must attach all supporting documentation, CJBAT Test Scores, and Physical Agility Test Scores. Your application will be considered incomplete without these attachments. Did you attached the above listed documentation? Yes No 15 How did you hear about this opportunity? City of Boca Raton website Boca Raton Police Department website City of Boca Raton Police Officer or other employee Broward College Police Academy Palm Beach State College Police Academy College Career Fair or Recruiting Event LinkedIn.com, Indeed.com, or other professional networking site Governmentjobs.com Policeone.com Policecareerfinder.com Discoverpolicing.org Other online search (i.e. Google) Other resource 16 If you selected "Boca Raton Police Officer" or other City employee, please provide the name of the individual(s) here. 2. If you selected "College Career Fair or other Recruiting Event", please provide the name of the event or college location here. 3. If you selected "Officer from another agency", please provide the name and their employing agency here. 4. If you selected "Other resource", please tell us how you heard about this opportunity. 5. If none of the above applies to you, enter "N/A". Required Question Agency City of Boca Raton Address 201 W. Palmetto Park Road Boca Raton, Florida, 33432 Phone 561-393-7804 Website