Police Officer I - Part-Time Reserve

Panama City Police Department; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Panama City Police Department is seeking officers who are certified as Florida law enforcement officers to patrol designated areas, preserve the peace, and enforce laws. The role includes responding to incidents, conducting preliminary investigations, and testifying in court.

Applicants must meet strict standards, maintain physical readiness, and be willing to work rotating shifts. The department emphasizes emergency preparedness during storms and other events, with comprehensive training and

Qualifications

• Must hold Florida law enforcement officer certification per FDLE.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and at least 19 years old.
• Must pass background, tests, and physical abilities.
• Must have valid Class E driver's license.
• Must complete Field Training and probation.
• Must be willing to work rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Patrol designated areas to preserve the peace and enforce laws.
• Answer calls involving disturbances, theft, crashes, and other offenses.
• Administer first aid and collect evidence.
• Interview witnesses and assist in investigations.
• Testify in court and complete reports.
• Direct traffic and respond to emergencies during storms.
• Maintain proficiency with equipment and records.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Emergency response

First aid knowledge

Driving ability

Education

High school diploma

Florida LEO certification

Job description

Applicants must currently possess certification as a Florida law enforcement officer in accordance with the standards established by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.

The work is performed under the general guidance and leadership of the Chief of Police. It is general non-supervisory police work, in the entry-level police officer classification, that protects life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances.

This is an emergency essential position that requires performance of emergency duties and actions to prepare, repair, and recover the City before, during, and after any adverse storm events (hurricane, tornado, tropical storm, winter storm, ice storm, etc.) or other conditions (natural or manmade).

Any omissions, falsifications, misstatements, or misrepresentations of the information provided may disqualify the applicant.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Available to work rotating shifts.
• Patrol a designated area of the City of Panama City to preserve the peace, prevent and discover criminal acts and enforce traffic regulations.
• Answer calls and complaints involving drunkenness, domestic disputes, fires, thefts, traffic crashes and other felonies and misdemeanors.
• Responsible for being knowledgeable of the crime problem in the assigned work area and developing strategies to combat the problem.
• Administer first aid, make preliminary investigations, identify, protect and collect physical evidence, locate witnesses and make arrests.
• Interview complainants and witnesses to obtain information about crimes.
• Assist in investigative work.
• Testify as a witness in court.
• Patrol school zones and high activity areas when assigned.
• Direct traffic.
• Investigate traffic accidents/incidents.
• Complete assigned paperwork and computer records accurately and in a timely manner.
• Prepare detailed reports.
• Provide general information to the public.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine the proper course of action to be taken.
• Ability to cope with situations firmly, courteously, tactfully and with respect.
• Ability to learn the geography of the City of Panama City, and its physical and social characteristics.
• Ability to learn modern police methods and procedures.
• Ability to learn and practice applicable laws and ordinances
• Ability to learn First Aid.
• Ability to perform sustained acts of physical exertion and endure entire periods of duty under unfavorable conditions.
• Ability to meet physical requirements and standards.
• Working knowledge of all department-assigned equipment and maintaining it in serviceable condition.
• Maintain annual high liability training proficiency and State of Florida law enforcement certification requirements.
• Skilled in the care and use of computers and associated software.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing to the public, team members, and supervisors.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional, cooperative, team-focused and effective relationships with team members, other agencies, other departments, leaders and the general public.
• 24-hour availability to respond as directed or requested.
• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Must be a high school graduate or its equivalent.
• Must have never received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.
• Must be a certified Law Enforcement Officer in the State of Florida in accordance with F.S.S. 943.13.
• Must possess a valid Class E state driver's license and have a satisfactory driving history.
• Must have no convictions for any felony, perjury, false statement, or domestic violence (other arrest histories are reviewed on a case-by-case basis).
• Must have no DUI conviction within five years of application.
• Must have no pending criminal charges.
• Meet all minimum hiring standards including but not limited to - Computer Voice Stress Analysis (CVSA) truth verification, written testing, oral review board, completion of a background investigation and physical ability test, psychological exam, pre-employment physical and firearms qualification.
• Applicants should truthfully complete the questions on the City Employment application.
• Must complete all Field Training requirements.
• Successful completion of a one-year probationary period.
• Must maintain a minimum score of 80% or better on annual evaluations.
• Maintain ability and proficiency to operate department vehicles, assigned firearms and equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Physical Activities:

• Occasionally
• Working on uneven or slippery surfaces.
• Ability to Lift/Carry: 50+ lbs., Push/Pull: 50+ lbs.
• Frequently &l