Police Officer

City of Lake City; Lake City (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clothing allowance

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

The City of Lake City is accepting applications for the Police Officer position in the Police Department. Certified Law Enforcement Officers start at $33,496.45 per year plus a $600 clothing allowance and $180 gym reimbursement, with additional salary incentives per the union contract and FDLE.

Applicants must be a high school graduate or equivalent, possess a valid Florida driver’s license, and pass a background check, pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Qualifications

• Must meet minimum standards and training per Florida Statutes.
• Certified Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) or eligible for sponsorship to attend the Academy.
• Valid Florida driver's license; pass background check, pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Skills

Good moral character

Florida driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

POSITION TITLE: POLICE OFFICER

DEPARTMENT: POLICE

POSITION NO.: 22-0001

MIN. STARTING SALARY: $33,496.45

The City of Lake City is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer in the Police Department. Applicant must meet the minimum standards and training as specified in the Florida Statutes and be certified by the State of Florida.

Certified Law Enforcement Officer's (LEO) starting annual base salary is $33,496.45. LEO'S will receive $600.00 annual clothing allowance and are eligible for $180.00 annual gym reimbursement. All LEO'S are eligible for additional salary incentives through Union contract and FDLE.

Applicant must be a high school graduate or equivalent, with good moral character and background. Successful applicant must have a valid Florida driver's license and will be required to pass a background check, pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Non-certified applicants may apply to be considered as a sponsorship applicant who will be sponsored by the City of Lake City to attend the Law Enforcement Academy to receive standards and training as specified in the Florida Statutes and to be certified by the State of Florida; if funding exists.

The City of Lake City is an EEO/AA/ADA/VP employer.

Women and Minorities Are Encouraged to Apply.

THIS VACANCY WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED