Police Officer

City of Riviera Beach; Riviera Beach (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Riviera Beach seeks a Police Officer to ensure community safety through law enforcement and crime prevention activities. This position requires a high school diploma, age minimum, and valid Florida driver's license, along with potential Florida Law Enforcement certification. Candidates will undergo background checks, physical, and other assessments as a condition of employment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Valid Florida driver's license required.
• Florida Department of Law Enforcement certification for certified applicants.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the protection of life and property.
• Prevention of crime and apprehension of criminals.
• General enforcement of laws and ordinances.

Skills

Law enforcement

Community protection

Crime prevention

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Summary Objective

Under limited supervision, responsible for the protection of life and property; prevention of crime; apprehension of criminals; and the general enforcement of laws and ordinances. Work is performed in accordance with departmental rules and regulations and normally consists of duty with routine patrol and investigations.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 19 years of age

High school diploma or GED

Valid Florida driver's license with no more than five (5) points within three years of the date of application and no conviction-related endorsements.

Florida Department of Law Enforcement certification (certified applicants)

A Police Officer Civil Service examination will be required for all qualified applicants.

Non-certified applicants must meet all prerequisites of Palm Beach State Criminal Justice Institute, rules and regulations of the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC), and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE).

Palm Beach State College: https://www.palmbeachstate.edu/CCE/criminal-justice.aspx

PLEASE UPLOAD ALL THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BELOW:

High school diploma or GED

Valid Florida driver's license

Birth Certificate

Naturalization certificate (if applicable)

Physical Agility Test

CJBAT

FDLE certification (if application)

City of Riviera Beach "Tobacco Free" Affidavit

City of Riviera Beach Employment Agreement (Non-certified)

CJSTC Form 58

CJSTC Form 68

DD214 (if applicable)

Please download and complete FDLE CJSTC Forms 58 and 68, Tobacco Free Affidavit and Employment Agreement (sponsorship applicants only) to include notarization, and upload along with the required documents. Please click on the link below:

https://cdn.appdocs.com/files/client-files/ApplicantPro%20Orgs/City%20of%20Riviera%20Beach/DOC092322.pdf

This position is represented by the Police Benevolent Association.

The City of Riviera Beach is an equal employment opportunity employer. The City values the service of veterans to our country, and veterans' preference will be given in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes for candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. Successful passing of a background investigation, physical, drug and alcohol screening are required as a condition of employment.