Experienced Full-Time Police Officer

Longboat Key Police Department; Longboat Key (FL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Take-Home Vehicle Program

State Education/Training Incentive

Health Insurance (employee)

Relocation Bonus $5,000 (out-of-state)

Certification Training Reimbursement $

Laundry Allowance $780 Annual

Job summary

The Longboat Key Police Department seeks a police officer to perform general duty police work focused on protecting life and property, preventing crime, and maintaining order. This role requires certification by the Florida CJSTC and a minimum of three years sworn law enforcement experience.

The position includes benefits such as take-home vehicle, education incentive, and relocation bonus for out-of-state hires, reflecting the Town's commitment to growth and public safety excellence.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience as a sworn law enforcement officer.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job and uphold professional standards.
• Demonstrates integrity and mutual respect in all duties.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned area and enforce laws and ordinances.
• Investigate crimes, preserve evidence, and apprehend violators.
• Serve subpoenas and warrants; escort prisoners and manage court appearances.
• Direct traffic, enforce vehicle laws, and provide information on streets and buildings.
• Conduct investigations of suspected illegal activity and monitor public places for compliance.

Education

Certificate of Completion - Florida CJSTC

Job description

RESOURCES & COMPENSATION

Annual Compensation: $80,782.83 (includes shift differential and holiday pay, based on a 42-hour work week)

Additional Laundry Allowance: $780 Annual, Employee Health Insurance paid in full – Dependent premium varies by 83% to 89% employer paid, based on plan.

Up to $1,560 annually for State Education/Training Incentive

Take Home Vehicle Program

$5,000 BONUS PAYMENT FOR OUT OF STATE OFFICERS RELOCATING TO FLORIDA

$1,000 REIMBURSEMENT FOR EQUIVALENCY OF TRAINING CERTIFICATION CLASS

The Town of Longboat Key is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which provides hiring preference to eligible veterans and their family members, and has a strong drug free workplace and alcohol abuse policy. Additionally, where appropriate, the Town may waive post-secondary education requirements for certain servicemembers and veterans.

EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

• Be Service Minded
• Value Teamwork
• Be Professional
• Have the Utmost Integrity
• Demonstrates Mutual Respect
• Bring a Positive Attitude to Work
• Embrace Continuous Improvement

FUNCTION

Performs general duty police work enforcing laws and ordinances. An employee in this position is responsible for the protection of life and property; for the prevention, detection, and investigation of crime; and for maintaining law and order.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Patrols an assigned area; checks doors and windows of business establishments; enforces vehicle parking and operating laws; watches for and makes investigations of wanted and missing persons and property.
• Visits the scenes of crimes and accidents; searches for and preserves evidence; investigates and searches for clues; searches for and apprehends violators.
• Serves subpoenas and warrants; escorts funerals and persons transporting money; assists children at street crossings and controls pedestrian compliance with safety laws; escorts prisoners to police stations; books and escorts prisoners to court; testifies and presents evidence in court.
• Directs traffic; enforces traffic laws and gives information concerning the location of streets, routes and buildings.
• Investigates places and persons suspected of being engaged in illegal activities; checks on operation of public places for compliance with law; develops and maintains sources of information.
• Report to work on emergency call back when assigned to On Call status, and when notified in accordance with departmental procedures. Employees finding themselves in violation of the town’s Drug Free Workplace Policy when called to report back to duty shall report that condition to their immediate Supervisor as soon as possible for purposes of obtaining another individual to be available for normal call in procedures for that instance. Employees are expected to perform all essential functions of their job, including on call duty. Employees who are unable to respond to call back duty may be subject to a performance review, including disciplinary action up to and including termination.
• Report to work as required by the Disaster Plan Recovery Guide and regular attendance during normal work schedule, other than excused or work-related absences.
• Any other functions deemed essential by the Town and communicated to the employee by his/her supervisor or department head.

OTHER TASKS

Every incidental duty connected with this position cannot be specified in the job description and an employee, at the discretion of the Town, may be required to perform duties that are not included in this job description.

JOB PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of police work, as indicated by obtaining a Certificate of Completion from the State of Florida Commission on Criminal Justice Standards & Training.

Ability to perform the varied duties of a police officer after a period of training and schooling. Ability to observe situations analytically and objectively, and to report and record them clearly and completely in the English language. Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public. Ability to make a forcible arrest. Ability to meet approved physical requirements, as mandated by the State. Ability to deliver emergency medical care to injured parties consistent with established training guidelines and protocols.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 3 years’ experience as a sworn law enforcement officer.
• Must meet the minimum standards as set forth by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training, and maintain a valid and current Certificate of Completion. Possession of a valid Florida driver’s license required (MVR background check)
• Successful completion of an employment physical and drug screen to confirm the ability to perform the essential functions of the job (cannot be waived for promoted or transferred Town employees who have previously met this requirement due to FLDE auditing requirements), signed Acknowledgement for the attached “Drug Free Workplace Policy” must be provided prior to assuming Town duties.
• Successful completion of polygraph, thorough background check, and psychological evaluation. New hires (full‑time positions) must sign an agreement to reimburse the town for employment & training expenses if they do not continue with the town for at least two years; a copy of the Employment Agreement is attached.
• Hepatitis B vaccination, proof of same, or signed Acknowledgement declining the vaccination (see attached Information to Employees - Hepatitis B) must be provided prior to assuming Town duties.
• The Town is a Drug Fr