Patrol Officer: Protect, Respond & Serve

Village of Palm Springs; Lake Worth (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

13 paid holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Village of Palm Springs Police Department seeks a dedicated police officer to protect life and property within the community. You will perform law enforcement duties, enforce laws, and participate in investigations with proficiency in report writing and courtroom communication. Qualified candidates must be U.S.

citizens, at least 19, and hold Florida certification. A clean driving record and successful completion of medical and fitness standards are required.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or acceptable equivalency diploma.
• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• U.S. citizen with no felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude.
• Completion of minimum standards as required by the State of Florida.
• Successful completion of all medical and fitness requirements.
• 60 college credits, two years military experience (honorable discharge), or three years prior certified law enforcement officer experience.

Responsibilities

• Effect an arrest, forcibly if necessary, using restraints.
• Prepare investigative reports and sketches with proper grammar and math.
• Exercise independent judgment on detentions, searches, and use of force.
• Operate law enforcement vehicle day and night in various conditions.
• Communicate effectively over law enforcement radio channels.
• Gather information in investigations by interviewing victims, witnesses and informants.
• Load and fire handguns and firearms under stress per certification standards.
• Search people, vehicles, buildings and outdoor areas; detain suspicious individuals.
• Conduct visual and audio surveillance for extended periods.
• Engage in patrols, including rotating shifts and building checks.
• Communicate with diverse populations and explain rights and processes.
• Demonstrate courtroom communication skills.
• Detect and collect evidence indicating dangerous conditions.
• Endure verbal and mental stress from hostile encounters.
• Perform rescue duties at accidents, emergencies and disasters; direct traffic; administer aid.
• Process and transport prisoners using restraints.
• Extinguish small fires with a fire extinguisher.
• Read and comprehend legal documents such as citations and warrants.
• Photograph arrestees and obtain fingerprint impressions.
• Patrol village areas by car, on foot, motorcycle or bicycle.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Judgment

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

60 college credits

Two years military experience (honorable discharge)

Three years prior certified officer experience

Tools

Florida Law Enforcement Certification

Florida Driver's License

Job description

The Village of Palm Springs Police Department seeks a dedicated police officer to protect life and property within the community. You will perform law enforcement duties, enforce laws, and participate in investigations with proficiency in report writing and courtroom communication. Qualified candidates must be U.S.

citizens, at least 19, and hold Florida certification. A clean driving record and successful completion of medical and fitness standards are required.