Public Safety Patrol Officer

City of Eustis; Police; On-site; PLN 233,000 - 344,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Eustis seeks a trustworthy, responsible police officer to perform general duty police work under general supervision, enforcing laws and ordinances. The role requires reacting with independent judgment in routine and emergency situations.

Responsibilities include patrolling, answering calls, responding to emergencies, investigating crimes, testifying in court, directing traffic, and assisting with disaster preparedness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent and Florida State Law Enforcement Certification, Florida Certificate of Police Standards; Valid Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving record is required.

Responsibilities

• Patrols an assigned area on foot or by car.
• Answers citizen calls and complaints.
• Responds to and assists in emergency situations.
• Searches for and apprehends offenders.
• Escorts prisoners to county jail and testifies and presents evidence in court.
• Searches for and investigates wanted and missing persons and stolen property.
• Investigates suspected places of illegal activity.
• Enforces vehicle parking and driving laws.
• Administers breathalyzer tests.
• Responds to the scene of crimes and accidents; searches for and preserves evidence; investigates clues.
• Directs traffic and assists pedestrians at intersections.
• Monitors public establishments for compliance with the law.
• Escorts funerals and parades.
• Writes reports and prepares departmental forms.
• Maintains assigned equipment.
• Attends training sessions and seminars.
• Assists with the training of new officers.
• Assists with natural disaster preparedness and response.
• Assists the Fire Department with general public control during fire emergencies.
• Assists with animal control services.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Detective responsibilities: Assumes responsibility for thorough investigation of assigned crimes; Examines and processes crime scenes; Interviews witnesses, suspects, victims, citizens, etc.; Performs surveillance; Thoroughly reviews, analyzes and interprets all information; Thoroughly writes and submits criminal reports, arrest affidavits, probable cause affidavits, search warrants, etc.; Provides support to the State Attorney's Office, Sheriff's Department and other local law enforcement agencies.

Skills

Police knowledge

Emergency response

Written reports

Public interaction

First aid

Court testimony

Traffic control

Observation skills

Education

High school diploma

Florida State Law Enforcement Certification

Florida Certificate of Police Standards

Valid Florida Driver's License

Job description

The City of Eustis seeks a trustworthy, responsible police officer to perform general duty police work under general supervision, enforcing laws and ordinances. The role requires reacting with independent judgment in routine and emergency situations.

Responsibilities include patrolling, answering calls, responding to emergencies, investigating crimes, testifying in court, directing traffic, and assisting with disaster preparedness.