Non-Certified Police Officer

Sunrise Police Department; Florida; Sur place; USD 72 000 - 79 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sunrise Police Department is seeking a police officer to perform general law enforcement, crime prevention, and public safety duties. The role includes patrolling, conducting investigations, interviewing witnesses, and appearing in court, with shifts including nights and weekends.

Starting pay is based on academy status with a progression plan; recruits are paid at a base rate during training, then move to higher scales after graduation. Full benefits apply under the city system.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED equivalency diploma.
• PROOF OF HIGHEST LEVEL OF COMPLETED E

Responsabilités

• Initiates preliminary investigation of incidents requiring police action; preserves the crime scene; interviews subjects and witnesses; records all relevant facts; appears in court; patrols assigned area frequently with focus on crime hazards.
• Investigates criminal complaints in schools when assigned as School Resource Officer; inspects establishments; interviews necessary persons; prepares court cases and testifies in court.
• Participates in crowd and traffic control; coordinates with other agencies; protects public officials and dignitaries; performs clerical and administrative tasks as needed.
• Performs routine patrols and other duties as necessary; provides human services and information to the public.

Connaissances

Patrol

Investigations

Emergency response

Court appearances

First aid

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Description du poste

ABOUT OUR CITY

The City of Sunrise is more than a workplace — it’s a community built on our Three Pillars: Customer Service, Collaboration, and Transparency. We’re committed to creating an environment where innovation thrives, teamwork is celebrated, and every employee has the opportunity to grow and make a lasting impact. As a full-service municipality and one of South Florida’s premier cities, Sunrise offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a strong culture of recognition. Whether you’re helping residents, shaping policy, or improving city operations, you’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about service excellence and community pride. We take pride in being home to the back-to-back NHL Stanley Cup Champion Florida Panthers, a vibrant arts and entertainment district, and a diverse community that truly embodies what it means to Live, Work, and Play in Sunrise.

Effective January 2026, the City is has launched an Alternative Work Schedule designed to further support employee work-life balance — providing eligible staff with two three‑day weekends per month through an every‑other‑Friday‑off model. This initiative reflects our continued focus on flexibility and employee well‑being.

NATURE OF WORK

This is generalized law enforcement and public safety work in the prevention of crime, protection of life and property, and apprehension of criminal offenders. An employee in this class of work is responsible for performing tasks of more than average difficulty involving the protection of life and property. After completion of an initial training period, the employee is responsible for enforcing federal, state and local laws, and performing related police activities. Incumbents are involved in either patrolling an assigned area in a radio‑equipped vehicle, or performing administrative, communications, public information and/or complaint duties. Under general supervision of a sergeant or other police supervision, the employee is required to exercise initiative and independent judgment as well as tact, courtesy and self‑control in performance of duties. The employee is also expected to make decisions calmly and quickly in emergency or hazardous situations. Some positions in this class may include receiving in‑service training in preparation for promotion or special assignment. Most positions require the employee to work on rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. Work is reviewed through reports submitted, observation and results obtained.

NON‑CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICER SALARY

• Base pay: $34.39 hourly/$71,540.31 annually (Recruits are paid two steps below the starting salary of a Police Officer while attending City-sponsored Police Academy)
• Upon Completion of the Police Academy: Base pay: $36.20 hourly/$75,305.51 annually x supplemental pay (includes 2.5% First Responder and 2.5% Accreditation Pay) = $38.01 hourly/$79,070.79 annually

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• When assigned to uniform zones: initiates preliminary investigation of incidents requiring police action; preserves the crime scene; renders first aid; interviews subjects and witnesses; searches for and arrests offenders; records all relevant facts; appears in court; patrols every area of assigned zone as often as possible, giving particular attention to crime hazard areas; applies knowledge of state statutes, departmental policies, rules and regulations and standard operating procedures to situations which occur; promptly takes appropriate action against all persons who are seen violating the law; assists persons who are lost, senile or mentally deficient and makes proper dispositions; takes lost, stolen or abandoned property into custody and makes disposition of same; enforces traffic laws and conducts accident investigations; patrols assigned area to eliminate the opportunity for crime to occur; responds to and attempts to settle domestic disturbances or refers individuals involved to appropriate social agency; advises citizens on protection of self and property; maintains an awareness of active felons in assigned area, their whereabouts and methods of operation.
• When assigned as School Resource Officer in the schools: investigates criminal complaints reported/occurring in assigned schools; conducts accident and criminal investigation on the scene; inspects establishments suspected of contributing to school crime for the purpose of detecting conditions of prostitution, vice or gambling; interviews necessary persons to elicit information regarding crimes involving students; prepares court cases and appears in court as a prosecution witness; develops a friendly relationship with students and parents; counsels students and parents on school related and personal problems; refers students and parents to an appropriate social agency for help if necessary; assists in locating missing or wanted students; assists in the recovery of stolen school property; performs routine patrol or other duties when necessary; maintains necessary records; prepares reports; make crime prevention presentations.
• When assigned to the selective enforcement unit; participates in crowd and traffic control of major events; assists vice control section in investigation and enforcement; assists Vice Control in investigation and enforcement activities; utilizes informants in latent investigations; participates in stakeouts and surveillance of burglary and robbery targets in high crime areas; works in conjunction with federal, state, and other local agencies to coordinate joint police activities; protects political candidates and other dignitaries.
• The Police Officer also performs various clerical and administrative tasks and provides numerous human services, general information, and assistance to the public. Performs related work as required.

EDUCATION

• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED equivalency diploma.
• PROOF OF HIGHEST LEVEL OF COMPLETED E