Patrol Police Officer: Field Pro & Emergency Responder

Bartow Police Department; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Bartow Police Department in Bartow, FL seeks a police officer to protect life and property, enforce laws, and perform patrols and investigations. The role involves responding to incidents, directing traffic, and testifying in court.

You will work shifts of 12 or 8.4 hours, operate vehicles, wear PPE, pass CJSTC requirements, and perform duties under policies. This demanding position requires physical fitness, judgment under stress, and commitment to community safety.

Qualifications

• Meets CJSTC requirements including moral character.
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Must pass required psychological testing.

Responsibilities

• Patrol designated area to preserve law and order and enforce traffic regulations.
• Respond to calls involving crashes, crimes, disputes, and emergencies.
• Make arrests, conduct investigations, collect statements, and testify in court.
• Prepare police reports and other written correspondence.
• Enforce federal, state and local laws and ordinances.

Skills

First Aid

Legal knowledge

Communication

Fitness

Report writing

Job description

Bartow Police Department in Bartow, FL seeks a police officer to protect life and property, enforce laws, and perform patrols and investigations. The role involves responding to incidents, directing traffic, and testifying in court.

You will work shifts of 12 or 8.4 hours, operate vehicles, wear PPE, pass CJSTC requirements, and perform duties under policies. This demanding position requires physical fitness, judgment under stress, and commitment to community safety.