Certified Police Officer - Patrol & Investigations

The Blue Line; Florida; On-site; USD 81,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Aventura is accepting applications for full-time Certified Police Officer positions to establish an eligibility list for future openings. The role involves patrol, investigations, traffic enforcement, and enforcing laws.

Candidates must meet FDLE and departmental requirements and submit complete documentation with the application. Applicants will face a background check, polygraph, psychological, medical, and drug screening, plus physical agility and swim tests.

Qualifications

• Must pass background investigation, polygraph, psychological, medical, and drug screen.
• Must pass physical agility test within the last 6 months prior to application.
• Applicants must have successfully completed a swim test administered by a certified FDLE training center.

Responsibilities

• Patrol streets, parks, and areas to detect crime or incidents.
• Write reports and perform field interrogations as required.
• Conduct preliminary investigations on crimes, crashes, and violations.
• Respond to routine or emergency calls for service and coordinate responses.
• Interview suspects, witnesses, and drivers; gather and preserve evidence.
• Make arrests and coordinate with other agencies as needed.
• Prepare cases for court and testify as required.
• Maintain communication with dispatch and supervise officers as necessary.

Skills

Physical fitness

Communication skills

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Education

60 college credits

High school diploma or GED + 2 years US military service

Two years of law enforcement experience

Job description

The City of Aventura is accepting applications for full-time Certified Police Officer positions to establish an eligibility list for future openings. The role involves patrol, investigations, traffic enforcement, and enforcing laws.

Candidates must meet FDLE and departmental requirements and submit complete documentation with the application. Applicants will face a background check, polygraph, psychological, medical, and drug screening, plus physical agility and swim tests.