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Border Patrol Agent (BPA) - Experienced (GL-9 GS-11) NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES! Check out these higher-salaried federal law enforcement opportunities with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Your current or prior law enforcement experience may qualify you for this career opportunity with the nation's premier federal agency charged with securing our borders and protecting our country. You may qualify for these higher-graded Border Patrol Agent (BPA) employment opportunities if you have current or prior law enforcement experience. This experience could have been gained as part of a military police assignment or as a member of a state or local law enforcement organization. Look at the duties and responsibilities section below to see if you are interested in these federal law enforcement opportunities and review the qualifications section below to see if you are qualified. DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES - SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations. U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates' first-choice preferences. Relocation may be required. The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America. If you seek an exciting and rewarding job that provides excellent pay and exceptional federal benefits, now is the time to make your move. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring immediately for these full-time, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities. Salary and Benefits: Salary for newly appointed law enforcement Border Patrol Agents varies from: Base Salary: GL-9/GS-11 $63,148 - $120,145 per year Locality Pay: Varies by duty location. Overtime Pay: Up to 25% Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others. A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression from GL-9 to GS-11 to GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in the lower grade level. All Border Patrol Agents may select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan that is similar to traditional and ROTH 401(k) offerings. *Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102) will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive. The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location. Prioritized locations include Sierra Blanca, TX; Presidio, TX; Sanderson, TX; Comstock, TX; Lordsburg, NM; Freer, TX; Hebbronville, TX; Ajo, AZ. *Retention Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years. Duties and Responsibilities: As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity. Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession. Typical assignments include: · Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations. · Preventing and apprehending aliens and smugglers of aliens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations. · Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband. · Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks. · Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission. Qualifications: GL-9: You qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: · Performing physical searches of detained individuals, their vehicles, and their immediate surroundings for weapons, contraband, currency, and other evidence. · Apprehending, physically restraining, or working with law enforcement officials to identify or apprehend violators of state, federal, or immigration laws. · Proficient in the use of firearms, preparing investigative reports, serving court orders (e.g., warrants, subpoenas, etc.), and gathering evidence for criminal cases prosecuted through the court system. If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GS-11 grade level. GS-11: You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, with the authority granted by the state or government to enforce laws, make arrests, and investigate crimes, performing primary duties in an official law enforcement capacity such as: · Utilizing intelligence information to track illegal operations, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or contraband while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official. · Leading investigations of fraud, contraband, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or illegal operations to determine sources and patterns while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official. · Apprehending violators of state, federal, or immigration laws by utilizing various forms of complex technology that include surveillance, detection, situation awareness systems, and/or communications equipment. The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants. There are no education substitutions for the GL-9 or GS-11 grade-level Border Patrol Agent opportunities. Other Requirements: Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (including protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03. The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference: You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans' Recruitment Appointment (VRA). The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible. Formal Training: After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement, and USBP-specific operations, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses. Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English. Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient in the Spanish language at the Academy. How to Apply: Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page. For Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, and then complete the pre-screening questions. You'll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site, to complete your application. Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit. You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam. If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S. Border Patrol page: careers.cbp.gov/s/usbp. NOTE: As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.

NOTE: This position must be performed in Washington, DC so relocation to Washington, DC will be required. Recruitment Incentive: Applicants may be eligible for a $50,000 recruitment incentive in accordance with regulatory requirements. Click apply to view full details and eligibility of this recruitment incentive. At their core, those who join the Secret Service are courageous, intelligent, strong and determined. A diverse team capable of balancing our investigative mission and fulfilling our protective legacy. Proven to be worthy of trust and confidence. Be tomorrow's Secret Service. Duties During the course of their careers, Secret Service Police carry out assignments in protection. Duties include: Providing protection for The White House Complex, The Vice President's Residence, The Main Treasury Building and Annex, and foreign diplomatic missions and embassies in the Washington, D.C. area. Traveling in support of the Presidential, Vice Presidential, and foreign heads of state/government missions. Enforcing mandated protective responsibilities as described under Title 18, United States Code, Section 3056A. Requirements U.S. citizenship is required. Possess a current valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 21 years old at the time of application and under 40 at referral. Exceptions may apply for those with current or prior service in federal law enforcement positions covered by special retirement provisions. The Secret Service has determined that age is essential to the performance of this position. Carry and use a firearm. Maintaining firearm proficiency is also mandatory. Possess uncorrected visual acuity of no worse than 20/100 binocular. Possess corrected visual acuity of 20/20 or better in each eye. Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 25 decibels (A.S.A. or equivalent I.S.O.) in either ear in the 500, 1000, and 2000 Hz ranges. Applicants must be able to hear the whispered voice at 15 feet with each ear without the use of a hearing aid. Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position. Complete 12 weeks of intensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Glynco, GA or Artesia, NM and 17 weeks of specialized training at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, MD. Certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so, if you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959. By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted by Veritone to the Employer, as data controller, through the Employer's data processor SonicJobs. See United States Secret Service Privacy Policy at ************************************* and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at ******************************************* and Terms of Use at ********************************************* PandoLogic. Category:Protective Service, Keywords:Police Officer, Location:Orlando, FL-32812

IMPORTANT: IF YOU HAVE SUBMITTED AN ORLANDO POLICE DEPARTMENT POLICE OFFICER APPLICATION WITHIN THE PAST SIX MONTHS OR YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY SUBMITTED AN APPLICATION AND ARE STILL ACTIVE IN THE POLICE OFFICER APPLICATION PROCESS, YOU DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY. Salary: $67,242 (plus incentives: $69,087)--$--$112,715 annually Newly hired Police Officers who have two (2) or more years of relevant experience may be placed in Grade 2 of the Police Officer Pay Plan with a yearly salary of $71,691 (plus incentives: $73,536). Description APPLICATION INFORMATION: When completing the application for Police Officer you will be required to input all previous work related positions since high school under the Work Experience section of the application. NATURE OF WORK: Performs professional law enforcement work to maintain order to protect the public, maintain law and order in the community, detect and prevent crime, direct and control traffic, and investigate and apprehend suspects involved in criminal activity. Work is performed under general supervision of Police Sergeant. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or G.E.D. Certificate which meets state standards. College coursework preferred. Meet the age requirement in accordance with Florida State Statutes (21 yrs. of age or more preferred.). U.S. Citizen. Physical Condition must meet the standards. Meet vision requirements: One eye may be 20/100 corrected to 20/20; the other eye no more than 20/70 corrected to 20/20. Have good moral character, no felony convictions or, misdemeanor convictions involving moral character, perjury or false statements as outlined in the Florida State Statute. Must be able to meet the restrictive drug standard. Possess a valid Florida Driver's License. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Permanent status to this position requires a probationary period of twelve (12) months, during which time performance will be carefully evaluated. Permanent status will be granted only if work performance is judged to be satisfactory. SIGNIFICANT JOB REQUIREMENTS As a police officer, you will be required to work any hour of the day, any day of the week, and on any recognized holiday. You will be required to work in any area of the city. You will be required to maintain proficiency in the use of police equipment. You will be required to work with and for persons of differing race, sex, religious affiliations, age groups, and physical disabilities. You must be able to testify as a law enforcement officer for the State Attorney's Office (SAO) and the United States. Please Note: The display of any tattoo, scarification, brand, or other body ornamentation considered offensive, regardless of its location, while on duty or in any Department facility is not permitted and shall be covered at all times. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The Orlando Police Department is firmly committed to equal employment opportunity and provides for equal opportunity before and during employment with the Department for all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, political affiliation, disability, marital status, or other similar factors not job related. The Department's policy of equality of opportunity applies to all levels of employment in the Department and to all job classifications. In addition, it is the responsibility of each department manager and supervisor to give the Department's non-discrimination policy full support through leadership and by personal example. In addition, it is the duty of each employee to help maintain a work environment which is conducive to and which reflects the Department's commitment to equal employment opportunity. Every effort will be made to employ and retain qualified individuals with disabilities. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of July 26, 1990, the Orlando Police Department exercises an affirmative duty to make reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities and employees so that qualified individuals can perform the essential functions of a job. IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: SIGNIFICANT SELECTION PROCESS INFORMATION Candidates should first complete this Police Officer application. After submitting your application, the next step is for qualified candidates to complete the Civil Service Exam. The Civil Service Exam used by the Orlando Police Department, is the Frontline National Exam by the National Testing Network. There is additional information as to the content of this exam, on the National Testing Network's (NTN's) website at this link: Frontline National Exam. There are two (2) options on how to complete the Frontline National Exam, which are described below. 1. Selected applicants can complete the exam in-person in Orlando on a specific date determined by the Orlando Police Department. Applicants will be contacted by the Orlando Police Department concerning this option. The exam is administered by the Orlando Police Department. There is NO COST to complete the exam in-person. Generally, the exam is offered once per month. Applicants complete the exam in the morning. Applicants return to the testing venue in the afternoon, where results are divulged. Those passing the exam may have the opportunity to participate in the Physical Abilities Test (PAT) and potentially a panel interview that same day. OR 2. The second method for applicants to complete Frontline National is via NTN. NTN has multiple testing locations throughout the country or the option to complete the exam virtually. Candidates complete the exam at their convenience and schedule the exam via NTN's website. Selected and qualified candidates will be contacted by the Orlando Police Department and provided a voucher for the exam cost. This voucher will waive the $55.00 cost of the exam, when candidates schedule their exam via NTN. This voucher is only being provided for a limited amount of time by the Orlando Police Department and may be discontinued at any time. There is information in this job posting referencing the minimum qualifications for the position. Please ensure you meet these qualifications before applying. The Orlando Police Department will NOT reimburse candidates for the cost of the Frontline National Exam, after candidates have paid for the exam on their own accord. If candidates have any questions concerning their eligibility, they should reach out to OPD Recruiting at: ************ or ******************* Those completing the exam via NTN will be contacted by the Orlando Police Department as to whether they have “Passed/Failed” the exam. The applicants passing the exam will be provided additional instructions on the next steps of the process. If you have already completed Frontline National with NTN within the past 12 months from your Police Officer application date, your scores are still valid via NTN. You can contact NTN Support at ************ and send your scores to the Orlando Police Department via NTN for a cost of $12.00. This $12.00 cost will be paid for by the Orlando Police Department for a limited time. Note: this only applies to those who have completed Frontline National with NTN within the past 12 months from the date of their Police Officer application. If applicants pass the Frontline National Exam (Civil Service Exam), they may be invited to complete a Physical Assessment Test (PAT), which is a 1.5 mile run in 16 minutes or less, complete at least 15 push-ups in one minute, and complete at least 25 sit-ups in one minute. Prior to taking the PAT, each applicant will be required to produce a completed PAT waiver. The waiver will be emailed to applicants at an appropriate time. The applicant will be required to complete a physical examination and an EKG by a physician of their choice. The physician will complete and sign the last page of the waiver, attesting to the fact that they have reviewed the applicant's health history, performed a physical examination, conducted an EKG, effectively clearing the applicant for participation in the above described physical assessment test. In addition to the PAT, select candidates will also be required to successfully complete a Civil Service Exam (Frontline National Exam via NTN or Frontline National Exam on-site in Orlando in an exam coordinated by OPD as described above), interviews, polygraph exams, a background investigation, a psychological exam and a medical exam. Note: Applicants reaching the latter stages of the selection process will have their fingerprints taken for background check purposes. Fingerprints submitted by applicants will be retained by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) as part of the National Rap Back Service. Selection by the Orlando Police Department means that you will be retained as a conditional civilian employee. This entitles you to enrollment in the Basic Law Enforcement Academy (School of Public Safety - Valencia College), or if a certified officer in the State of Florida, you will be hired as a civilian employee until you successfully complete the orientation phase. Upon completion of the orientation phase, your status as a conditional employee will be concluded, and you will be hired as a probationary police officer. Failure to successfully complete the academy and orientation phase can result in immediate termination and removal of your name from further consideration for employment as a police officer. The Orlando Police Department offers full testing services for the position of police officer through National Testing Network, Inc. What to expect at the ****************************** website: Review all information related to the Orlando Police Department police officer position, including minimum requirements and salary info. Detailed information about the testing process for entry level law enforcement testing (Fronline National Exam). Opportunity to take online practice tests at *********************************** Schedule your own convenient test time. Take high quality job simulation tests in a standardized, fair testing environment. National Testing Network is a service provided to conduct entry level testing in a standardized, professional environment. National Testing Network does not replace the Orlando Police Department's responsibility and decision making in the selection process. Certain candidates will be selected for additional screening. Employment Disqualifiers: APPLICANTS SHOULD REVIEW THE INFORMATION BELOW BEFORE SUBMITTING A JOB APPLICATION. WORK HISTORY Applicant will be disqualified if: 1. Applicant has been discharged or resigned to avoid discharge within the last three years for neglect of duties, violation of job safety standards, violation of rules or standards regarding conduct toward the public and violation of rules and standards governing punctuality and dependability; OR, 2. Applicant has been discharged or resigned to avoid discharge within the last three years for inability to meet performance standards in the same kind of work for which he/she is now applying, unless he/she has since established a stable and satisfactory record of employment or training in the law enforcement career field; OR, 3. Applicant's work record, including number and type of positions held, reasons for separations and duration of unemployment when considered in light of the type of work he/she is now seeking, indicates that he/she would be a poor employment risk; OR, 4. While employed as a sworn law enforcement officer, applicant appropriated money, property, or evidence for personal use or purpose; OR, 5. Applicant has pending charges before any state law enforcement licensing agency. DRIVER'S LICENSE 1. Applicant must have possessed a valid driver's license for at least one (1) year prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment. CRIMINAL CONDUCT Applicant will be disqualified if: 1. Applicant has been convicted of a felony crime; OR, 2. Applicant has been convicted of certain misdemeanor offenses, within five years of the date of application (please contact OPD Recruiting if you have questions about which misdemeanor crimes apply); OR, 3. Applicant has been convicted of any offense which can be considered domestic violence; OR, 4. Applicant admits to committing a felony crime within five years of the date of application; OR, 5. Applicant has pending misdemeanor or felony charges; OR, 6. Applicant, while employed as a law enforcement officer, has committed a felony crime; OR 7. Any other criminal conduct may or may not disqualify an applicant but will be considered on a case-by-case basis. DRUG USE The following drug-related activities affect an applicant's eligibility for employment: 1. Within one year of application or at any time following application, use or possession by applicant of cannabis that would constitute a violation of Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, shall disqualify the applicant from employment consideration. Such use or possession by applicant preceding one year of application may, upon review of the totality of circumstances, disqualify applicant 2. Within three years of application or at any time following application, use or possession by applicant of a controlled substance that would constitute a violation of Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, shall disqualify the applicant from employment consideration. Such use or possession by applicant preceding three years of application may, upon review of the totality of circumstances, disqualify applicant. 3. Within three years of application or at any time following application, use by applicant of a drug listed in Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, when that drug was prescribed for someone other than applicant, may, upon review of the totality of the circumstances, disqualify applicant from employment consideration. 4. Within ten years of application, sale by applicant of a substance controlled by Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, shall disqualify applicant from employment eligibility. DRIVING RECORD Applicant will be disqualified for traffic convictions under any of the following conditions: 1. One conviction within five years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment: A. Voluntary or involuntary manslaughter resulting from the operation of a motor vehicle; OR, B. Failing to stop and render aid, as required under any applicable State or Federal Law, in the event of a motor vehicle accident resulting in the death or personal injury of another; OR, C. Driving a motor vehicle or being in actual physical control while having an unlawful blood alcohol level or while under the influence of alcoholic beverages or any substances controlled under any State or Federal law; OR, D. Attempting to elude police. 2. One conviction within three years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment: A. Driving a motor vehicle while driver's license is suspended or revoked for reasons other than financial responsibility; OR, B. Reckless driving. 3. Two convictions singly or in combination within three years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment: A. Leaving the scene of an accident resulting in property damage of more than $50; OR, B. Unlawful speed resulting in an accident. 4. Five convictions singly or in combination within three years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment of any traffic violations, except parking tickets, covered under any State or Federal law, or any valid ordinance of a municipality or county. 5. Traffic conviction record in which the accumulation of points resulted in the suspension of a driver's license within three years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment. 6. Suspended or revoked driver's license for one of the following reasons within one year prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment: A. Failure to attend court ordered driving schools; OR, B. Failure to submit to a chemical test for intoxication or any suspension arising from an arrest or conviction for D.U.I. For the purposes of this section, issuance of a driver's license "For Business Purposes Only" will result in disqualification; OR, C. Failure to pay two or more traffic fines. The circumstances resulting in the non-payment of only one traffic fine will be evaluated on an individual basis and may or may not disqualify the applicant; OR, D. Financial responsibility (insurance cancellation, etc.) will be evaluated on an individual basis and may or may not disqualify the applicant. 7. Classified as a habitual traffic offender within the last ten (10) years. FALSE INFORMATION Applicant will be disqualified if: 1. Applicant is shown to have knowingly presented false oral or written information during his/her consideration for employment; OR 2. While employed as a sworn law enforcement officer, lied under oath during criminal or civil court proceedings. MILITARY SERVICE RECORD Applicant will be disqualified if he/she has received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States. ***PLEASE NOTE, IF YOU HAVE A SPECIFIC SITUATION YOU WOULD LIKE TO DISCUSS WHICH YOU BELIEVE MAY DISQUALIFY YOU FROM THE APPLICATION PROCESS, PLEASE CONTACT THE ORLANDO POLICE DEPARTMENT'S RECRUITING SECTION AT ************ OR ******************* Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at **************** or ************. If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows: Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree; Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree; Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.

IMPORTANT: IF YOU HAVE SUBMITTED AN ORLANDO POLICE DEPARTMENT POLICE OFFICER APPLICATION WITHIN THE PAST SIX MONTHS OR YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY SUBMITTED AN APPLICATION AND ARE STILL ACTIVE IN THE POLICE OFFICER APPLICATION PROCESS, YOU DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY. Salary: $67,242 (plus incentives: $69,087)--$--$112,715 annually Newly hired Police Officers who have two (2) or more years of relevant experience may be placed in Grade 2 of the Police Officer Pay Plan with a yearly salary of $71,691 (plus incentives: $73,536). Description APPLICATION INFORMATION: When completing the application for Police Officer you will be required to input all previous work related positions since high school under the Work Experience section of the application. NATURE OF WORK: Performs professional law enforcement work to maintain order to protect the public, maintain law and order in the community, detect and prevent crime, direct and control traffic, and investigate and apprehend suspects involved in criminal activity. Work is performed under general supervision of Police Sergeant. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or G.E.D. Certificate which meets state standards. College coursework preferred. Meet the age requirement in accordance with Florida State Statutes (21 yrs. of age or more preferred.). U.S. Citizen. Physical Condition must meet the standards. Meet vision requirements: One eye may be 20/100 corrected to 20/20; the other eye no more than 20/70 corrected to 20/20. Have good moral character, no felony convictions or, misdemeanor convictions involving moral character, perjury or false statements as outlined in the Florida State Statute. Must be able to meet the restrictive drug standard. Possess a valid Florida Driver's License. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Permanent status to this position requires a probationary period of twelve (12) months, during which time performance will be carefully evaluated. Permanent status will be granted only if work performance is judged to be satisfactory. SIGNIFICANT JOB REQUIREMENTS As a police officer, you will be required to work any hour of the day, any day of the week, and on any recognized holiday. You will be required to work in any area of the city. You will be required to maintain proficiency in the use of police equipment. You will be required to work with and for persons of differing race, sex, religious affiliations, age groups, and physical disabilities. You must be able to testify as a law enforcement officer for the State Attorney's Office (SAO) and the United States. Please Note: The display of any tattoo, scarification, brand, or other body ornamentation considered offensive, regardless of its location, while on duty or in any Department facility is not permitted and shall be covered at all times. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The Orlando Police Department is firmly committed to equal employment opportunity and provides for equal opportunity before and during employment with the Department for all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, political affiliation, disability, marital status, or other similar factors not job related. The Department's policy of equality of opportunity applies to all levels of employment in the Department and to all job classifications. In addition, it is the responsibility of each department manager and supervisor to give the Department's non-discrimination policy full support through leadership and by personal example. In addition, it is the duty of each employee to help maintain a work environment which is conducive to and which reflects the Department's commitment to equal employment opportunity. Every effort will be made to employ and retain qualified individuals with disabilities. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of July 26, 1990, the Orlando Police Department exercises an affirmative duty to make reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities and employees so that qualified individuals can perform the essential functions of a job. IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: SIGNIFICANT SELECTION PROCESS INFORMATION Candidates should first complete this Police Officer application. After submitting your application, the next step is for qualified candidates to complete the Civil Service Exam. The Civil Service Exam used by the Orlando Police Department, is the Frontline National Exam by the National Testing Network. There is additional information as to the content of this exam, on the National Testing Network's (NTN's) website at this link: Frontline National Exam. There are two (2) options on how to complete the Frontline National Exam, which are described below. 1. Selected applicants can complete the exam in-person in Orlando on a specific date determined by the Orlando Police Department. Applicants will be contacted by the Orlando Police Department concerning this option. The exam is administered by the Orlando Police Department. There is NO COST to complete the exam in-person. Generally, the exam is offered once per month. Applicants complete the exam in the morning. Applicants return to the testing venue in the afternoon, where results are divulged. Those passing the exam may have the opportunity to participate in the Physical Abilities Test (PAT) and potentially a panel interview that same day. OR 2. The second method for applicants to complete Frontline National is via NTN. NTN has multiple testing locations throughout the country or the option to complete the exam virtually. Candidates complete the exam at their convenience and schedule the exam via NTN's website. Selected and qualified candidates will be contacted by the Orlando Police Department and provided a voucher for the exam cost. This voucher will waive the $55.00 cost of the exam, when candidates schedule their exam via NTN. This voucher is only being provided for a limited amount of time by the Orlando Police Department and may be discontinued at any time. There is information in this job posting referencing the minimum qualifications for the position. Please ensure you meet these qualifications before applying. The Orlando Police Department will NOT reimburse candidates for the cost of the Frontline National Exam, after candidates have paid for the exam on their own accord. If candidates have any questions concerning their eligibility, they should reach out to OPD Recruiting at: ************ or ******************* Those completing the exam via NTN will be contacted by the Orlando Police Department as to whether they have “Passed/Failed” the exam. The applicants passing the exam will be provided additional instructions on the next steps of the process. If you have already completed Frontline National with NTN within the past 12 months from your Police Officer application date, your scores are still valid via NTN. You can contact NTN Support at ************ and send your scores to the Orlando Police Department via NTN for a cost of $12.00. This $12.00 cost will be paid for by the Orlando Police Department for a limited time. Note: this only applies to those who have completed Frontline National with NTN within the past 12 months from the date of their Police Officer application. If applicants pass the Frontline National Exam (Civil Service Exam), they may be invited to complete a Physical Assessment Test (PAT), which is a 1.5 mile run in 16 minutes or less, complete at least 15 push-ups in one minute, and complete at least 25 sit-ups in one minute. Prior to taking the PAT, each applicant will be required to produce a completed PAT waiver. The waiver will be emailed to applicants at an appropriate time. The applicant will be required to complete a physical examination and an EKG by a physician of their choice. The physician will complete and sign the last page of the waiver, attesting to the fact that they have reviewed the applicant's health history, performed a physical examination, conducted an EKG, effectively clearing the applicant for participation in the above described physical assessment test. In addition to the PAT, select candidates will also be required to successfully complete a Civil Service Exam (Frontline National Exam via NTN or Frontline National Exam on-site in Orlando in an exam coordinated by OPD as described above), interviews, polygraph exams, a background investigation, a psychological exam and a medical exam. Note: Applicants reaching the latter stages of the selection process will have their fingerprints taken for background check purposes. Fingerprints submitted by applicants will be retained by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) as part of the National Rap Back Service. Selection by the Orlando Police Department means that you will be retained as a conditional civilian employee. This entitles you to enrollment in the Basic Law Enforcement Academy (School of Public Safety - Valencia College), or if a certified officer in the State of Florida, you will be hired as a civilian employee until you successfully complete the orientation phase. Upon completion of the orientation phase, your status as a conditional employee will be concluded, and you will be hired as a probationary police officer. Failure to successfully complete the academy and orientation phase can result in immediate termination and removal of your name from further consideration for employment as a police officer. The Orlando Police Department offers full testing services for the position of police officer through National Testing Network, Inc. What to expect at the ****************************** website: Review all information related to the Orlando Police Department police officer position, including minimum requirements and salary info. Detailed information about the testing process for entry level law enforcement testing (Fronline National Exam). Opportunity to take online practice tests at *********************************** Schedule your own convenient test time. Take high quality job simulation tests in a standardized, fair testing environment. National Testing Network is a service provided to conduct entry level testing in a standardized, professional environment. National Testing Network does not replace the Orlando Police Department's responsibility and decision making in the selection process. Certain candidates will be selected for additional screening. Employment Disqualifiers: APPLICANTS SHOULD REVIEW THE INFORMATION BELOW BEFORE SUBMITTING A JOB APPLICATION. WORK HISTORY Applicant will be disqualified if: 1. Applicant has been discharged or resigned to avoid discharge within the last three years for neglect of duties, violation of job safety standards, violation of rules or standards regarding conduct toward the public and violation of rules and standards governing punctuality and dependability; OR, 2. Applicant has been discharged or resigned to avoid discharge within the last three years for inability to meet performance standards in the same kind of work for which he/she is now applying, unless he/she has since established a stable and satisfactory record of employment or training in the law enforcement career field; OR, 3. Applicant's work record, including number and type of positions held, reasons for separations and duration of unemployment when considered in light of the type of work he/she is now seeking, indicates that he/she would be a poor employment risk; OR, 4. While employed as a sworn law enforcement officer, applicant appropriated money, property, or evidence for personal use or purpose; OR, 5. Applicant has pending charges before any state law enforcement licensing agency. DRIVER'S LICENSE 1. Applicant must have possessed a valid driver's license for at least one (1) year prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment. CRIMINAL CONDUCT Applicant will be disqualified if: 1. Applicant has been convicted of a felony crime; OR, 2. Applicant has been convicted of certain misdemeanor offenses, within five years of the date of application (please contact OPD Recruiting if you have questions about which misdemeanor crimes apply); OR, 3. Applicant has been convicted of any offense which can be considered domestic violence; OR, 4. Applicant admits to committing a felony crime within five years of the date of application; OR, 5. Applicant has pending misdemeanor or felony charges; OR, 6. Applicant, while employed as a law enforcement officer, has committed a felony crime; OR 7. Any other criminal conduct may or may not disqualify an applicant but will be considered on a case-by-case basis. DRUG USE The following drug-related activities affect an applicant's eligibility for employment: 1. Within one year of application or at any time following application, use or possession by applicant of cannabis that would constitute a violation of Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, shall disqualify the applicant from employment consideration. Such use or possession by applicant preceding one year of application may, upon review of the totality of circumstances, disqualify applicant 2. Within three years of application or at any time following application, use or possession by applicant of a controlled substance that would constitute a violation of Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, shall disqualify the applicant from employment consideration. Such use or possession by applicant preceding three years of application may, upon review of the totality of circumstances, disqualify applicant. 3. Within three years of application or at any time following application, use by applicant of a drug listed in Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, when that drug was prescribed for someone other than applicant, may, upon review of the totality of the circumstances, disqualify applicant from employment consideration. 4. Within ten years of application, sale by applicant of a substance controlled by Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, shall disqualify applicant from employment eligibility. DRIVING RECORD Applicant will be disqualified for traffic convictions under any of the following conditions: 1. One conviction within five years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment: A. Voluntary or involuntary manslaughter resulting from the operation of a motor vehicle; OR, B. Failing to stop and render aid, as required under any applicable State or Federal Law, in the event of a motor vehicle accident resulting in the death or personal injury of another; OR, C. Driving a motor vehicle or being in actual physical control while having an unlawful blood alcohol level or while under the influence of alcoholic beverages or any substances controlled under any State or Federal law; OR, D. Attempting to elude police. 2. One conviction within three years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment: A. Driving a motor vehicle while driver's license is suspended or revoked for reasons other than financial responsibility; OR, B. Reckless driving. 3. Two convictions singly or in combination within three years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment: A. Leaving the scene of an accident resulting in property damage of more than $50; OR, B. Unlawful speed resulting in an accident. 4. Five convictions singly or in combination within three years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment of any traffic violations, except parking tickets, covered under any State or Federal law, or any valid ordinance of a municipality or county. 5. Traffic conviction record in which the accumulation of points resulted in the suspension of a driver's license within three years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment. 6. Suspended or revoked driver's license for one of the following reasons within one year prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment: A. Failure to attend court ordered driving schools; OR, B. Failure to submit to a chemical test for intoxication or any suspension arising from an arrest or conviction for D.U.I. For the purposes of this section, issuance of a driver's license "For Business Purposes Only" will result in disqualification; OR, C. Failure to pay two or more traffic fines. The circumstances resulting in the non-payment of only one traffic fine will be evaluated on an individual basis and may or may not disqualify the applicant; OR, D. Financial responsibility (insurance cancellation, etc.) will be evaluated on an individual basis and may or may not disqualify the applicant. 7. Classified as a habitual traffic offender within the last ten (10) years. FALSE INFORMATION Applicant will be disqualified if: 1. Applicant is shown to have knowingly presented false oral or written information during his/her consideration for employment; OR 2. While employed as a sworn law enforcement officer, lied under oath during criminal or civil court proceedings. MILITARY SERVICE RECORD Applicant will be disqualified if he/she has received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States. ***PLEASE NOTE, IF YOU HAVE A SPECIFIC SITUATION YOU WOULD LIKE TO DISCUSS WHICH YOU BELIEVE MAY DISQUALIFY YOU FROM THE APPLICATION PROCESS, PLEASE CONTACT THE ORLANDO POLICE DEPARTMENT'S RECRUITING SECTION AT ************ OR ******************* Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at **************** or ************. If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows: Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree; Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree; Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.

Under the direct supervision of the Police Sergeant, performs a wide variety of police and law enforcement duties including the protection of life and property, enforcement of criminal and traffic laws, crime prevention, preservation of the public peace, apprehension of criminals, and response to calls for service. This class is characterized by the use of independent judgment in the application of police principals, and knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. Duties are performed in accordance with departmental orders, standard operating procedures, directives, and as directed by supervision. Examples of Duties * Patrols assigned area in patrol car, on foot, by bicycle, by motorcycle, to enforce laws, prevent and discover crimes, investigate crimes, assist citizens and maintain order. * Responds to dispatched calls or citizens' requests for police services at the scene of accidents, domestic disputes, law violations, and public disturbances, * Directs and controls traffic. Issues written citations for traffic and other minor violations. * Investigates causes and results of accidents. Investigates illegal or suspicious activities, persons, and establishments, and quells disturbances. * Operates law enforcement vehicle during both the night and day in emergency situations in compliance with departmental policies and procedures. * Effectively communicates with people of varying ages, providing information, mediating disputes, and advising individuals of rights and processes. Maintains professional demeanor under stressful circumstances to include confrontational situations. * Pursues fleeing suspects, which may involve quickly entering and exiting law enforcement patrol vehicles, running, climbing over and pulling oneself over obstacles, jumping down from elevated surfaces, climbing through openings, moving through confined areas, and using body force to gain entrance through barriers. * Locates, searches, and detains suspects. Exercises independent judgment in determining when there is reasonable suspicion to detain, when probable cause exists to search and arrest and when force may be used and to what degree. Uses the continuum amount of force necessary to control an incident, affect an arrest, or protect the officer or others from harm. * Performs searches of people, vehicles, building and large outdoor areas which may involve feeling and detecting objects, walking for long periods of time, detaining people and stopping suspicious vehicles and persons. * Interviews and questions victims, witnesses and suspects. Gathers and preserves evidence and information in criminal investigations. Detects and collects evidence and substances that provide the basis of criminal offenses and infractions in accordance with departmental standards. * Performs rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters to include directing traffic for long period of time, administering emergency medical aid, lifting, dragging and carrying people away from dangerous situations, and securing and evacuating people from particular areas. May perform first aid and provide other assistance to victims. * Prepares detailed incident, investigation, activity, and other police reports in compliance with proper police procedures. * Conducts visual and audio surveillances for extended period of time. * Utilizes community oriented policing strategies to develop partnerships and problem solving strategies to proactively address the immediate conditions that give rise to public safety issues such as crime, social disorder, and fear of crime. * Transports prisoners to the County Jail; itemize prisoner property; complete necessary required forms when an arrest is made; obtain statements and affidavits from crime victims. * Maintains proficiency with weapons and utilizes weapons in accordance with use of force standards. * Performs miscellaneous duties: attend short briefings; obtain assignments and equipment; compile reports; appear in court for testimony; communicate with other officers, detectives, State Attorney's office, and other State and Local Agencies; maintain assigned equipment. * Testifies in court to present evidence by describing conditions, situations, and actions. Demonstrates effective communication skills in court and other formal settings. MARGINAL FUNCTIONS * Trains new Police Officers * Assists ambulance and fire department personnel. * Fingerprints and photographs arrested subjects. * Transports police cars to the City garage for repair. * Resolves animal complaints and assist animal control officers. * Seizes, impounds and confiscates vehicles and property. Minimum Qualifications * High school diploma or GED required. * Must be at least 19 years of age and a United States citizen. * Must pass physical fitness assessment, background investigation, and polygraph and psychological examinations. * Candidates must pass Frontline testing consisting of Situational Judgment and Human Relations, Written Report Writing, and Reading Video-Based Tests, and pass a Physical Abilities Test. * Candidates are responsible for paying a $30 Frontline testing fee. Licenses, Certifications or Registrations: * Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License. Applicants may possess a valid out of state driver's license and obtain the Florida license within 10 days of employment. * Must currently be certified as a Police Officer in the State of Florida, currently attending a Florida CJSTC Basic Law Enforcement Recruit course or Equivalency of Training course, or possess a Letter of Acceptance to attend the next scheduled Florida CJSTC Basic Law Enforcement Recruit course or Equivalency of Training course. * Must meet all FDLE requirements to be certified as a Police Officer. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities * Considerable knowledge of modern principles and practices of police work, the criminal justice process, laws and ordinances. * Knowledge of emergency medical and first aid practices. * Ability to analyze disputed and complex situations objectively and to determine the proper course of action. * Ability to react quickly and calmly under dangerous and /or emergency conditions. * Ability to obtain information through interviews, interrogations and observations and correctly document information per policy and legal guidelines. * Ability to condense and organize large amounts of information into easily understood well typed remarks in a timely manner using accepted acronyms and type codes to facilitate efficient and accurate call processing. * Ability to understand and execute difficult oral and written instructions and to prepare clear and comprehensive reports. * Ability to make oral presentations. * Skill in the use of a computer and associated software applications. * Ability to type with speed and accuracy. * Ability to physically detain law breakers. * Skill in operating motor vehicles during hazardous situations. * Skill in using weapons and other police equipment. * Skill in defusing crisis situations involving citizens. * Skill in recognizing cultural diversity and communicating and interacting with persons from a variety of cultural backgrounds in a respectful and professional manner. * Ability to work various schedules including days, evenings, midnights, weekends, and holidays. Physical and Mental Requirements: * Ability to hear in a normal tone of voice and in a low or high pitch, whisper or loud voice and with an accent. * Ability to read and understand printing and cursive writing. * Ability to read a computer screen at varying distances. * Ability to work effectively while under stress. * Ability to write cursive or print in a legible and easily understood manner. * Must have physical dexterity to operate a computer keyboard. * Ability to learn and apply complex tasks and retain the knowledge to complete the tasks without assistance. * Ability to sit for extended periods of time in excess of four (4) hours at a time. * Ability to report to work on short notice or work extended hours when necessary. * Ability to talk on a telephone or radio and type on a computer keyboard at the same time. * Ability to speak in a clear, concise and well modulated understandable voice. * Obtain and record accurate information by means of conversation. * Ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe and efficient manner. * Ability to understand conversation in a normal tone of voice to communicate with fellow officers, suspects, victims, witnesses, State Attorney's, Court Officers, and the general public * Walk or run on concrete or in tall grass, mud and water; occasionally on all types of surfaces and terrain, including rough terrain, rock or uneven ground, or areas presenting obstacles such as alleys with garbage and debris. * Frequently lift or carry light objects including firearms and recovered property. Occasionally lift or carry 50 lbs., or larger with assistance to move victims at the scene of an accident or to assist elderly or disabled persons who have fallen in their homes or elsewhere; and 50 lbs. when recovering property such as TV's. * Vision to observe suspects; drive patrol car. Visual discrimination required to distinguish and identify suspects clothing, features, and license plates; must have good night vision and color perception. * Handling ability required to restrain suspects; use firearms, files, radio, or equipment; recover property; vacuum and to clean windows and wash vehicles. * Fine dexterity to write and type reports; handle firearms; use radar equipment, siren controls, and spotlights. * Control foot controls to drive patrol vehicle. * Sit for extended periods to drive patrol vehicle; work at desk; attend meetings; perform other miscellaneous office tasks; appear in court. * Stand for extended periods of time to talk with suspects; question witnesses at crime scenes; issue citations; direct traffic. * Push to move vehicles off the roadway; pull victims from accident scenes; push open doors or windows; move obstacles. * Reach varying distances to open or crawl through windows; at times to reach into vehicles to assist accident victims, to obtain equipment; inventory in vehicle; reach shotgun in vehicle. * To climb on roofs; climb stairs in apartment complexes or other buildings; climb ladders to apprehend suspects or assist in rescue; jump or climb over fences or other obstacles in a chase. * The nature of police work is such that all types of body positions are assumed to varying degrees; depending on the shift work and the nature of the calls, the officer may be required to assume positions of kneeling, crouching, crawling, or bending, or twisting in order to: * Chase or apprehend a suspect in a narrow, small, or cramped space. * Handcuff or restrain a suspect who is attempting to flee, particularly a suspect who has to be brought to the ground and searched. * Maneuver around, through or under various kinds of obstacles. * Must be, or have the ability to be, respirator certified. The City of Melbourne offers a generous benefit package to include: * 100% City paid medical insurance for employee only; coverage available for family * Health Insurance opt-out incentive for employees with other medical coverage * Dental . Vision * Life Insurance in the amount of 1 times your annual salary * Additional life insurance to include coverage for your spouse and child(ren) * Short-term disability * Long-term disability * Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Account * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Program * 457 Deferred Compensation * Retirement Plans (FRS, local plan for Police and Fire personnel) * Paid Holidays * Tuition Reimbursement For more information about benefits visit ************************************************************************************************************************ 01 The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions. * Yes, I understand and agree * No, I do not agree 02 What is the highest level of education you have completed? PROOF OF EDUCATION REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR MUST BE UPLOADED TO APPLICATION. * Did not complete High School Diploma or GED * High School Diploma or GED * High School Diploma or GED and Some College * Associate's Degree * Bachelor's Degree * Master's or Higher 03 Do you possess a valid State of Florida driver's license, or a valid out of state driver's license? * Yes * No 04 Are you currently at least 19 years of age. * Yes * No 05 Are you currently a US Citizen? * Yes * No 06 Which of the following best describes your qualifications? * Currently certified as a Police Officer in the State of Florida * Currently attending a Florida CJSTC Basic Law Enforcement Recruit course or Equivalency of Training course * Possess a Letter of Acceptance to attend the next scheduled Florida CJSTC Basic Law Enforcement Recruit Course or Equivalency of Training Course * An Out of State Certified Police Officer who is eligible to become certified as a Police Officer in the State of Florida within 1 year from the date of employment under (FAC Rule 11B, FSS 943.13) * None of the above Required Question Employer City of Melbourne Address 900 E Strawbridge Ave. Melbourne, Florida, 32901 Phone ************ Website *********************************

OBJECTIVES Performs a wide variety of policy and law enforcement duties including the protection of property, crime detection, and public safety. This class is characterized by the use of independent judgment in the application of police principles and knowledge of laws in responding to emergency or difficult situations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Responds to priority calls regarding public disturbances, criminal, civil or emergency situations; directs activities on site until relieved by superior officer; provides emergency medical assistance; controls traffic; ensures general public safety • Detects and prevents criminal activities by surveillance of assigned business and residential areas; notes possible criminal occurrences and takes steps to prevent criminal actions; promotes crime prevention by initiating contact with businesses and residents including explaining applicable laws, soliciting cooperation in crime reporting, and otherwise creating a good rapport with area citizens. • Secures crime scenes; investigates accidents in assigned area and assists other officers; protects evidence, takes testimony from witnesses and assists Detectives in specialized investigations • Enforces traffic laws and vehicle codes and promotes traffic safety; notes illegal or unsafe driving practices and advises or makes arrests as appropriate; directs traffic, reports unsafe road conditions, and otherwise promotes vehicular and pedestrian safety. • Prepares a variety of daily and other reports related to crimes, accidents, and other duties; maintains logs, completes forms, and prepares dispositions and reports as requested. • Provides a variety of related police services; transports and fingerprints prisoners, provides assistance to motorists, resolves domestic disturbances, gives talks before civic groups, and testifies in court. • Follow-up on reported criminal activity to seek proactive means to reduce future occurrences • Performs monthly checks on sex offenders and predators within the city. (The above are the essential functions required to perform the position of Police Officer. These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.) QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • High School Diploma or general education degree (GED). • Minimum of one (1) year of experience in general law enforcement work or equivalent public contact work. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS • Valid Florida Driver's License required. • Must receive FCIC certification within ninety (90) days from date of hire. • Certification by the State of Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission as a Police Officer. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES • Knowledge of police principles and practices. Knowledge of applicable laws and precedents. Knowledge of city and state ordinances. • Knowledge of emergency medical and first aid practices. • Knowledge of the geography of the City. • Ability to observe and detect potential problems. • Ability to act effectively in crisis situations. • Ability to investigate situations and to prepare written reports. • Skill in dealing tactfully and effectively with citizens in a wide variety of stressful situations. • Ability to communicate ideas and information in an effective, clear and concise manner both orally and in writing. • Ability to maintain proficiency in the use of firearms. • Ability to physically detain law breakers. • Skill in operating motor vehicles in hazardous situations. • Working knowledge of personal computer and ability to use computer software applications. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. • The employee is frequently required to sit and talk and hear. • The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. • Regular climbing, pulling, pushing, kneeling, bending, crawling, jumping, stooping and running. • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. • Specific hearing abilities required by this job include close, distance, peripheral and the ability to determine direction of sound(s). • Ability to smell/detect odors. • Must be able to drive at all times. ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL DESIGNATION This position is designated as essential Personnel. Essential Personnel are those who serve in job functions that are essential to the City's operations and/or its citizens and which are required to be maintained during any severe weather or other emergency condition. Essential Personnel may be required to report to or remain at work during any event deemed to be an emergency by the City of South Daytona. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • The work environment includes inside (office environment), inside of motor vehicles and outside with exposure to weather conditions including noise, dust, chemicals, slippery surfaces, water, heights and below ground. • May be exposed to extreme heat and adverse weather conditions. • The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in high, precarious places, and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. • Works with weapons and under extremely stressful and dangerous conditions. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the person(s) assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of the personnel so classified. The tasks and procedures involved in the performance of the essential job functions may vary from day-to-day. Major changes in areas of responsibility may occur, as directed by management, and will require revision of this . The City of South Daytona is an equal-opportunity employer. By clicking on "APPLY NOW" you are acknowledging that you have read the job description.

At Sanford Airport Authority, the team behind Sanford International Airport, we believe in growing together. We are the simpler, faster, and better choice for starting your career, with a deep commitment to our community and to the success of our employees. All our team members are trained in-house, ensuring they have the tools, skills, and confidence to thrive. After just approximately 30 days, you will qualify for outstanding benefits, including 100 percent paid Medical, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance. In addition, you will receive 13 paid holidays, sick leave, and floating time off each year. At Sanford Airport Authority, we provide more than a job, we provide a pathway for success. We are looking for employees who want stability and long-term growth with us, if you're looking for a place to build a lasting career and even retire, this is the place. Ready to take the next step in your career? Our Airport Police Officers conduct law enforcement patrol, response, and investigative activities at Orlando Sanford International Airport and on properties owned by the Sanford Airport Authority, ensuring the safety and security of the Airport terminal, traffic, residential, and commercial areas, and respond to any law enforcement matter in the assigned area to investigate and resolve circumstances or emergent issues in compliance with 49 CFR Part 1542, 14 CFR Part 139 and other related law enforcement regulations, working within the limits of established policy. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Patrol airport property and facilities to identify operational issues, hazards, and security concerns and resolve issues in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, and Federal Aviation and Transportation Safety Administration regulations. Ensure compliance with airline and airport security requirements as defined under 49 CFR Part 1542, as required by shift assignment. Initiate and implement action required to respond to non-compliant circumstances and restore compliant conditions. Respond to and aid in the resolution of emergency or crisis situations. Provide first response in health crises as appropriate in order to stabilize the condition of those in a physical emergency until Fire Department Paramedic/EMT staff arrive to take control of the situation. Respond to reports of stolen vehicles, theft, and lost and found personal property, vehicle, and aircraft crashes. Ensure the safe flow of traffic on Airport property. Provide crowd control and roadway and parking enforcement. Monitor and ensure compliance with traffic management and safety on roads, issue citations as required, and deploy traffic trailers as required to assist in traffic flow and enforcement. Ensure that the law is enforced on Airport property. Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations, gather information and evidence, identify witnesses, secure areas as necessary to preserve evidence and, make arrests or take other appropriate action required to restore safe and secure operation of the Airport and resolve unsafe or illegal emergent situations. Follow through to transport and process arrestees into custody as required. Prepare required reports with accurate details of circumstances and activities, file within defined time requirements with prescribed agencies, communicate with State Attorney's Office when contacted, provide information, and testify in legal matters as required. Provide escort and security services for high-profile persons while on Airport property, as assigned. Collaborate with other law enforcement agencies in providing security for prisoner transport or other law enforcement-related matters. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: (Continued) Participate in training pertaining to policies and procedures of the Airport Authority and Airport Police. Ensure personal compliance with Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) annual training requirements to maintain certification. Assist Airport Terminal Management with issues concerning unattended bags, undeclared firearms, and other similar issues and provide general information to passengers. OTHER DUTIES: Perform or assist with any operations, as required to maintain workflow and meet schedules and quality requirements. Notify supervision of unusual equipment or operating problems and the need for additional materials and supplies. Maintain a safe work area and comply with safety procedures and equipment operating rules keeping the work area in a clean and orderly condition. Participate in any variety of meetings and work groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and maintain a specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements, and policies. Perform other related duties as assigned. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Use maps, diagrams, sketches and drawings, manuals, reports, policies and procedures, taser, personal protective devices including eye protection, body armor, ballistic helmets and shields, patrol vehicle (EVOC), firearms, restraint devices, laser radar speed measuring devices, intoxication meter, speed trailer, communications radio, computer and common office equipment including Microsoft Office and specialty law enforcement software and database applications. Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of high school diploma or GED. (FDLE requirement) Must be a U.S. Citizen. (FDLE requirement) Must be at least 21 years of age. Must possess a valid Florida driver's license. Ability to pass a 10-panel drug screen and had no recent illegal drug use. Have good moral character as determined by a background investigation under procedures established by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission. (FDLE requirement) Have never received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States. (FDLE requirement) Have not been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement. Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to, or is found guilty of a felony, or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, shall not be eligible for employment or appointment as an officer, not-withstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication. (FDLE requirement) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with individuals of diverse backgrounds. Working knowledge of personal computers to write reports, perform analysis, complete performance reviews, track data, etc. Ability to work well with others, and to assist the public cooperatively and courteously. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain successful working relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds often under adverse circumstances. Current Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Certified. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to speak and understand a second language. Prior experience working in an aviation environment. Prior law enforcement experience. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Aviation Management, Social Science, Police Science, or a related focus.

***Seeking Police Officer Applicants for Applicant Pool*** The City of Haines City is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants for all positions equally without regard to their race, sex, age, color, religion, creed, national origin, veteran status or any other legally protected status. The City of Haines City is a Drug-Free Workplace. Applicants who successfully complete the initial screening process will be required to complete a pre-employment drug screen and physical. Police Department applicants will also be required to take a Polygraph Examination. All information provided by an applicant will be verified for truthfulness and accuracy if a conditional offer of employment is made. Applications and other submitted documents are consider public record. POSITION FUNCTION: Under general supervision of a designated supervisor, performs a wide variety of police and law enforcement activities. Tasks are primarily service oriented and include dispensing information, arbitrating disputes, providing assistance through referrals, property protection, crime prevention, traffic, detective, investigative, and other public safety services. Officers perform duties in accordance with State Statutes and established departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines. Officers must be able to act without close supervision and must be able to exercise independent judgment. Work is reviewed through observation, conferences and review of written reports for results obtained and adherence to established policies and procedures. An essential and important element of this position is attitude which includes the following: Interacting positively and cooperating with co-workers, responding politely to customers, working as a team member, functioning under intense pressure and responding in a positive manner to supervision. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Responsible for the performance of all assigned and self-initiated Patrol Shift operations necessary to achieve exemplary services for the protection of life and property; prevention of crime; and maintenance and restoration of order through efficient and effective implementation of all law enforcement related services. Performs duties necessary to achieve Department and organizational goals, and objectives, and Patrol responses/initiatives. Maintains sound knowledge of modern policing principles and techniques. Conducts crime prevention/reduction related initiatives. Responsible for facilitating community relations. Responsible for maintaining up-to-date required/mandated training. Duties include attending training activities to ensure on-going job related training and professional development is compliant with all applicable Federal, State, Occupational Health and Safety, and organizational policies, practices and standards. Required to provide documentation of training to Department upon successful completion of training activities/courses, ensuring personal training record is up-to-date. Required to review and electronically sign General Orders, on-line training, and other instructive/informative documents published in Power DMS, within established time lines. The applicant must know or become familiar with the knowledge and practical application of NIMS/ICS principles, tactics and knowledge of available resources. Responsible to perform non-emergency and proactive response services. Duties include serving injunctions for protection, escorting funerals, conducting death investigations, locating/retrieving bodies, conducting self-initiated arrests/traffic stops, examining abandoned vehicles/property, establishing contacts/confidential informants, conducting dwelling/ground checks, providing information to citizens, conducting parking enforcement, interviewing victims/witnesses/informants and suspects, completing field interrogation reports, providing referral information, securing found/acquired property, providing security for special functions, investigating various calls for service not deemed to be in-progress, and conducting active patrol in assigned area. Responsible to perform emergency response services. Duties include pursuing vehicles, conducting felony stops, responding to bomb threats, responding to civil unrest/riots, responding to alarm calls, controlling disorderly/irate persons, investigating/isolating hazardous materials, warning citizens of dangers/hazards, and investigating various calls for service deemed to be in-progress. Responsible for investigating calls for service such as crimes against the State, property crimes, persons crimes, traffic crash investigations, DUI investigations, assisting other agencies, and citizen complaints. Duties include searching for evidence/suspect(s), securing evidence, interviewing suspects/witnesses/victims, conducting frisk or pat down search, collecting latent fingerprints, photographing persons/evidence/crime scenes, seizing/impounding vehicles/property, seizing/confiscating illegal substances, assisting special needs and intoxicated persons, counseling persons involved in disputes, and transporting inmates/arrestees. Responsible for administrative duties relating to investigations/calls for service. Duties include reviewing Statutes/Ordinances/General Orders, reviewing BOLOs/requests/ agreements, preparing original and supplemental reports, preparing/filing complaint affidavits/arrest reports/notices to appear, completing traffic citations, completing forms, and maintaining notes of warnings/arrests/contacts. Ensures timeliness completion of reports/documentation, and utilizes computer equipment and software programs. Properly packages and submits property/evidence in accordance with Department orders and guidelines. Responds timely to SAO requests and/or to court orders. Testifies at depositions, trials, hearings and/or Grand Juries. Responsible for issued equipment/weapons/items. Duties include maintenance of assigned/issued equipment in operational ready condition, maintaining firearms/weapons in operational ready condition, and maintaining patrol vehicle in operational ready condition. Conducts self-inspections, and maintains equipment/weapons/uniforms in accordance with General Orders. Requests/ensures timely repair/replacement of items not deemed to be operationally ready. Promote vehicular and pedestrian safety, report obstruction and unsafe conditions. Maintain peace and safety by having a lawful presence at group functions and providing educational programs that promote crime prevention in the community. Refer first time minor law offenders to the Polk County Teen Court Diversion Program. Must be able to use a computer, keyboard, software such as Microsoft Office (e.g. Word), audio/visual equipment; calculator, telephone, copier, facsimile or scanner, lethal and less lethal weapons, and field equipment. Performs additional duties as assigned, which may include facility security; security of equipment; public speaking; attending community meetings/events; conducting research projects/special assignments, and preparing correspondence. Attends shift roll-call briefings. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: Required knowledge is obtained through the completion of a High School degree or GED. A State of Florida, Basic Recruit Certificate of Compliance after completion of training in accordance with CJSTC or comparable out-of-state training is required. Successful completion of the Haines City Police Department Field Training Program is required. The applicant must successfully maintain proficiency in CJSTC and HCPD mandatory in-service training requirements. Prior law enforcement experience is preferred. The applicant must possess good oral and written communication skills. Duties may include public speaking and presentations, to include courtroom presentations/testimony, which requires the ability to communicate and present oneself in a professional manner. Must have the ability to conduct interviews, and to make sound decisions, problem solve, organize thoughts and reason logically. Requires the ability to listen/understand, and evaluate credibility/reliability. Requires the ability to read and write reports, memorandums, and orders, policies and procedures. The applicant must be able to successfully maintain and work with confidential information. Requires the ability to operate a two-way radio, monitor radio traffic, and operate a public address system. Must be able to read and understand Federal Laws; Constitutional Laws; State of Florida Statutes; ADA and Civil Rights Laws; Case Law; City Ordinances; research, resource and supplemental materials; OSHA requirements; City policies and procedure manuals/materials; Department General Orders, Case Reporting Manual, Accreditation Standards Manuals, and NIMS/ICS issued materials, Child/elderly abuse procedures, Resistance/Control Continuum, and radio codes/signals/unit identifications. Must be able to read and analyze crime data, with ability to apply timely and appropriate prevention strategies and the ability to recognize informative placards/signs. The applicant must be able to work under high demands, short time constraints, and the pressures of a fast paced work environment, meeting established timelines/deadlines. Requires the ability to multi-task, follow commands, detect/identify suspicious activity/circumstances, recognize danger or potential hazards, communicate effectively, concentrate, comprehend, reason logically, organize thoughts, and make decisions. The applicant must maintain knowledge of established law enforcement practices, Criminal Justice System, available resources, and officer safety techniques. The position requires continuous acts of self-discipline, and organizational skills. communicate effectively, concentrate, comprehend, reason logically, organize thoughts, and make decisions. The applicant must maintain knowledge of established law enforcement practices, Criminal Justice System, available resources, and officer safety techniques. The position requires continuous acts of self-discipline, and organizational skills. The applicant must be able to perform tactical skills to include crowd control techniques, firearm/weapon safety procedures/proficiency, the ability to disassemble/reassemble firearm, conduct area/person search techniques, defensive techniques, tactical communications, basic first aid/CPR, and tactical driving. Physical endurance/agility is a must along with knowledge of training in Mobile Field Force system. The applicant must remain informed of current/community events. Must be able to evaluate crime prevention/reduction needs and develop, coordinate, implement and participate in strategies to meet established needs. The applicant requires having knowledge of public relations skills, and knowledge of Community Oriented Policing strategies. The applicant must be able to conduct basic investigations. Requires the ability to draw diagrams, operate a camera, operate a tape recorder, identify makes/models of vehicles, and locate vehicle identification numbers. The applicant must be able to perform basic crime scene processing, knowledge of fingerprint recognition and fingerprinting techniques from various surfaces. The applicant requires having knowledge of various evidence types and the handling of and collection procedures for such evidences. Must be able to recognize illegal substances, and narcotics field test procedures; and understand effects of intoxicants/drugs. Must be able to use roadblock equipment, conduct field sobriety testing, work crash investigations and recognize basic signs/causes of death. The applicant must maintain assigned equipment/weapons/uniforms in operational ready status. The position requires continual knowledge of General Orders and City policies and procedures. Requires the ability to read gauges/odometers, expiration dates, and perform minor vehicle maintenance. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working and professional relationships with City and other public employees, Department members, and the general public. The position requires the ability to communicate effectively, and have strong interpersonal skills, public relations, problem solving/stress management and self-discipline skills. The position requires knowledge of social and public assistance agencies, referral sources, abnormal behavior recognition, special function requirements, and available community services. The applicant must have working knowledge of City geographical area/concurrent jurisdictions/demographics, while maintaining and exercising ethnic and cultural awareness. Must be able to perform basic mathematical equations necessary to perform payroll preparation, evidence processing such as when seizing currency. The applicant must have knowledge of basic mathematical, keyboarding, computer, organizational, decision making, and accounting skillsets. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid Florida Class E driver's license. Must pass applicable post offer pre-employment testing and background and credit check selection process requirements. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: This position may be required to report for work when a declaration of emergency has been declared in Polk County.

STARTING PAY RATE: $29.7437/hour (Annual rate: $64,960.16 - Entry rate for new Officer). Experience will be considered when determining starting rate. PAY INCENTIVES: Education/Training: Associate $360/year, Bachelor's $960/year, & additional for advanced training, up to $1,560/year Master Police Officer Program (MPO): Up to $6,000 annually Other: Task Force/Specialty Unit assignments; Evening & Midnight shifts; FTOs, On-call, etc. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENTS: 40+ Off-Duty Details available weekly from 3 to 10 hours, paid at $45--$65/hour (some paid at an overtime rate) City Event assignments paid at double time ADDITIONAL BENEFITS: Take-home vehicles Pension Retirement Plan: Retire/collect at either age 55 or 25 years of credited service Health Benefits: Comprehensive benefit plan including Medical (free employee-only Medical & contribution toward dependents), Dental, Vision, City-paid Life & Disability, etc. Education: Reimburse tuition/misc. course fees for coursework toward a degree (no limit on annual education reimbursement) Holidays: 9 paid annually & 1 floating holiday (holiday pay if worked paid at 1.5x) WORK OBJECTIVE This is an operational position which encompasses the day-to-day law enforcement work for the city under the general supervision of a designated supervisor. This position performs a wide variety of police and law enforcement activities that are primarily service oriented and include dispensing information, arbitrating disputes, providing assistance through referrals, property protection, crime prevention, traffic, detective, investigative, and other public safety services. Duties are performed in accordance with state statutes and established city/department policies, procedures, guidelines, and ordinances. Officers must be able to act without close supervision and must be able to exercise independent judgment. Work is reviewed through observation, conferences and review of written reports for results obtained and adherence to established policies and procedures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Conducts routine preventative patrol in designated areas of the city; patrols residential/business areas for detection of violators; initiates contacts with commercial property owners, employees and residents; maintains an open line of communication with the community. Responds to calls for police service; resolves domestic disputes, disturbances and other incidents through counseling or referral; settles disputes among neighbors, juveniles and/or gangs; and resolves any and all complaints from citizens of the community. Provides information and/or assistance to the public; answers a wide range of non-police related service calls; informs citizens of available services in the community; promotes crime prevention through community and educational programs; makes presentations to public and local organizations concerning crime prevention and related police matters. Maintains the peace and safety of the community; responds to public disturbances; maintains civil obedience at group functions. Provides for the safe and convenient flow of traffic and pedestrians within the community; investigates traffic accidents/crashes; provides first aid; enforces traffic laws; conducts DUI investigations; promotes vehicular and pedestrian safety; and reports unsafe road conditions. Conducts criminal and non-criminal investigations; performs surveillance; conducts follow-up investigations. Enforces laws and arrests lawbreakers; makes felony and misdemeanor arrests; issues Notices to Appear and traffic citations. Prepares written reports, forms and other documents. Testifies in court proceedings and gives depositions. Provides support and assistance to other police officers, public safety employees and city employees; assists in the training and development of other employees. Performs community relations activities. Cleans and maintains department issued equipment. Requires frequent decision-making skills and use of personal computers, police radio, telephones and other office equipment. Represents department/city at community events and functions. Be able to work flexible hours, which will include weekends, holidays and various shifts. Be available for recall to duty in times of emergency or staffing shortages. Demonstrates proficiency in the use of firearms, impact weapons and chemical agents. Other position responsibilities as directed by a supervisor or a command officer. Note: The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Be a U.S. citizen. At least 19 years of age. No felony convictions. No misdemeanor convictions involving moral character, perjury or false statements. No police record or involvement in any situations involving moral turpitude. Have an Associate Degree (or equivalent number of credit hours) or prior military/police experience. Possess a valid Florida driver license. Good driving record. Ability to work with the general public and fellow employees. No tobacco usage of any kind within the past (1) year. No drug usage within the past three (3) years. Skill in the use of modern computer equipment, police radio, telephones and other office equipment. Successfully pass a written entrance level exam. Successfully pass a physical agility test. Successfully pass a polygraph and psychological exam. Successfully pass the required National Incident Management System (NIMS) classes within 180 days of employment. Reside within thirty-five (35) driven miles of the police station throughout career as determined by MapQuest or Google Maps commencing on the date of employment. Exceptions to the minimum qualifications must be reviewed by the Human Resources Manager and approved by the City Manager prior to job offer. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Professional demeanor and conduct must be above reproach. Ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritize workloads. Ability to maintain composure and work effectively under stressful conditions and emergency situations. Ability to produce written documents that accurately record complex investigations and actions. Ability to provide proper oral communication skills. Maintain skills in the use of telephone, typing, writing, reading, filing, fax, copier, radio and computers. Knowledge of the regulations, policies and procedures of the department/city. Knowledge of state statutes, city codes, applicable federal laws and court rulings. Knowledge of crime prevention techniques, investigative procedures, court procedures, defensive driving and first aid. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively with superiors, subordinate, peers and the general public. Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively. Ability to determine proper courses of action within established framework of policies and procedures. Ability to learn the geography of the city and surrounding areas. Ability to learn and adapt to changing technologies and practices. Ability to sit, while driving, for extended periods of time. Ability to use/apply handcuffs, light flares, fire weapon, perform CPR, etc. Ability to lift objects and/or persons in excess of 100 pounds. Ability to stand for extended periods of time when directing traffic, controlling crowds, working special events, etc. Ability to enter and exit a vehicle quickly while wearing approximately 15 to 20 pounds of equipment. Good night vision and peripheral vision. Maintain a valid Florida driver license. Demonstrate proficiency in the use of assigned firearms, impact weapons and chemical agents, and maintain proficiency throughout career per CJSTC standards. Complete necessary training to maintain police officer certification throughout career per CJSTC standards. Maintain physical conditioning to perform the duties of a police officer throughout career. Demonstrate and maintain proficiency in the operation of motorized vehicles under adverse conditions. WORKING ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS Tasks involve walking, running, bending, stooping, working in confined spaces, lifting or carrying moderately heavy (20-50 pounds) and occasionally heavy (100 pounds or over) items and/or persons, sits while driving for extended periods of time and in extreme/hazardous conditions, stands for extended periods of time, use of firearms, and use of non-lethal weapons/devices. Tasks may be performed in adverse environmental conditions such as heat, cold, rain and potentially dangerous environments. Exposed to putrid odors, diseases, chemicals and excessive noise. Tasks require color, depth, sound, texture and visual perception and discrimination and oral communication ability. Runs, climbs over fences and walls to subdue suspects. The City of Winter Garden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Winter Garden provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Starting pay rate of $23.07 per hour, plus a generous benefit package including PTO, 11 paid holidays, Pension, Insurance, and more. Under general supervision, performs general duty law enforcement work to protect lives, property and rights of the public on an assigned shift for the City Police Department. Work involves answering complaint calls and patrolling the City in an official vehicle to deter crime or apprehend violators or suspects; investigating traffic accidents, and investigating and securing crime scenes. Employee is also responsible for testifying in court, and assisting fire rescue units as needed. Employee must exercise tact and firmness in frequent public contact. Employee must also exercise independent judgment and initiative in performing assigned tasks. The employee is subject to the usual hazards of law enforcement work. Reports to a Shift Supervisor. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Patrols an assigned area of the City; monitors radio calls; inspects troublesome areas and checks security of business establishments; answers complaint calls and investigates crimes and disturbances; interviews witnesses; gathers evidence; interrogates suspects and makes arrests; prepares investigation reports. Investigates accidents; performs first aid; secures and clears accident scenes; directs traffic. Serves summons and warrants, explaining briefly the meaning of the papers served and making arrests when necessary. Appears in court as witness to give testimony; may confer with supervisory personnel for advice in complex cases. Monitors vehicle speeds with radar; conducts criminal and driving checks; issues citations or warnings. Prepares various reports and forms such as case files, offense reports, accident reports, tow sheets and cards, property vouchers, lab requests, etc. ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS Trains recruit officers; supervises activities on duty; reviews paperwork; assists in learning city and state legal procedures. Escorts funeral processions, parades, and public figures May assist disabled motorists with simple repair work such as changing flat tires, unlocking doors, etc. Performs other related work as required. Qualifications MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Graduation from high school, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Certification as a police officer by the Criminal Justice Training Section of the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. Possession of a valid Florida driver's license. Must successfully complete psychological testing, polygraph testing, background investigation, and other inquiries to determine employment suitability. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Physical Requirements: Must be able to respond quickly and be physically capable of responding to emergency situations and/or situations involving physical confrontation; must have the stamina to endure sustained physical exertion and/or endure periods of duty under unfavorable or life threatening situations. Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including two-way radios, computers, typewriters, calculators, copiers, and facsimile machines. Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle. Must be able to exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 25 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Requires ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, bending, stooping, crouching, or running on narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces. Physical demand requirements are for Heavy Work.

Job Function: Protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances of the City of Mount Dora with an emphasis on community policing. Perform investigative procedures to handle family crisis problems and community related school resources. Performance of police assignments which may involve an element of personal danger. To prevent, discover and document the commission of a crime. To educate the public in the areas of crime prevention. To arrest, or put into action, the prosecution of persons caught committing acts in violation of state, county, or city codes. Career Path: Essential Duties: Effect an arrest forcibly if necessary, using handcuffs and other necessary restraint. Subdue resisting suspects using approved defensive tactics maneuvers and weapons as necessary and authorized by written directives. Prepare investigative and other reports to include sketches, correct grammar and spelling, symbols and mathematical computations. Exercise independent judgment to determine if there are reasonable grounds to stop, to search, to arrest, and when force may be used and to what degree. Operate a standard police vehicle, without special modification for individual drivers, during both daylight and nighttime hours and in emergency situations in speeds in excess of normal operation and during unsafe road conditions. Communicate effectively and coherently on radio channels while receiving and properly processing radio communications from the communication center. Gather information by interviewing and obtaining statement from victims, witnesses and suspects. Load, unload, aim, and fire from a variety of positions with handguns, rifles, and shotguns under stressful conditions. This must be accomplished at levels of proficiency as prescribed in certification standards. Perform searches of people, vehicles, building and outdoor areas which may involve feeling and detecting objects, walking long distances for long period of time and stopping and detaining vehicles and persons. Conduct visual and audio surveillance for extended periods of time. Engage in patrol functions which include such tings as working rotating shifts, walking on foot patrol, and physically checking doors and windows of buildings. Effectively communicate with people, including juveniles, by giving them information ad directions, mediating disputes and advising people of their rights. Demonstrate communications skills in court and other format setting such as school and community functions. Detect, collect properly, and submit evidence and substances that provide the basis of criminal offenses and infractions and that indicate the presence of dangerous situations. Endure verbal and mental abuse when confronted with the hostile views and opinions of suspects and other people encountered in an antagonistic environment. Perform rescue functions at accidents, emergencies, and disasters to include directing traffic for long periods of time, administering medical aid, lifting, dragging, and carrying people away from particular areas regardless of weather conditions. Process and transport prisoners and committed mental patients, properly using handcuffs and other restraints. Extinguish small fires by using a fire extinguisher and other appropriate means. Read and comprehend legal and non-legal documents, including preparation and processing of such documents as citations, affidavits, warrants, and reports. Process arrested subjects to include taking their photograph and obtain a legible set of inked fingerprint impressions. Perform criminal investigations of cases. Supervise other officers as the Officer In Charge, in the absence of the police sergeant and police corporal Supervise school crossing guards and reserve officers. Process various crime and accident scenes including, but not limited to, the collection of evidence and photographs utilizing digital, video, and 35mm cameras. Perform varied community relations/community policing type functions, such as school resource, business contacts, survey, and dissemination of information. etc. Perform related functions as assigned. Operate mobile and desktop computer systems and necessary software programs. Transport lost persons Deliver emergency supplies or equipment Operate traffic signal manually Give directions to citizens Report hazardous roadway conditions Escort sensitive cargo Warn citizens of impending disasters Recruit confidential informants. Search for explosive devices Verify warrants before service. Do administrative errands. Relieve dispatcher. Replace school crossing guard. Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior Analyze information or situations Synthesize information or circumstances Solve problems Recall facts or information Describe persons, things, or events Read and comprehend information Show courtesy Speak clearly Prepare written reports Perceive movement and depth-of-field Print legibly Follow directions Detect Smells Operate equipment Apply mathematical skills Read a map Select correct radio codes or situations Operate radio equipment Follow radio procedure Discriminate different colors Differentiate between voice transmissions Attain and maintain weapons proficiency Maintain personal fitness Demonstrate firearms safety procedures Demonstrate service weapon firing Demonstrate shotgun firing Demonstrate rifle firing Load and/or unload ammunition into firearms Operate a motor vehicle Demonstrate chemical agent use Follow telephone procedures Follow intercom procedures Apply listening comprehension skills Diagram a scene Take notes Exhibit physical strength and agility, and freedom from serious defects that would preclude one from performing the essential functions of the position. Operate various photographic equipment. Do computer input Use common sense Conduct inventories Recover lost property Handle animal complaints Transport prisoners Required Qualifications: High school diploma or Government Equivalency Diploma (GED) Basic Recruit Certificate-Law Enforcement Officer from the state of Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission, or completion of a Commission-approved equivalency program No felony convictions No current drug use. Valid Florida Drivers License Complete the required National Incident Management System (NIMS) training within 6 months of completion of probationary period. Physical Demands: Ability to talk by means of spoken words. Acceptable eyesight (with or without corrections). Able to distinguish colors, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Acceptable hearing (with or with hearing aid). Able to lift and /and or carry weights of 100 pounds Sitting most of the time. Walking or standing for periods of time. Use of hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, controls or tools. Able to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Able to taste and smell Must be physically able to operate a variety of office machines and equipment including computer, copier, telephone, calculator, etc. Exhibit physical strength and agility, and freedom from serious defects that would preclude on from performing the essential functions of the position. Pursue fleeing suspects and perform rescue operations which may involve quickly entering and exiting police vehicles, lifting, carrying and dragging heavy object; climbing over and pulling oneself over obstacles Jumping down from elevated positions Climbing through opening, jumping over obstacles, ditches, and streams Crawling in confined areas Balancing on uneven or narrow surfaces and using body force to gain entrance through barriers. Be able to lift and rag a 200 pound person for a distance of 100 feet. Be able to climb over a 6 foot wall or an 8 foot fence. Be able to run ¼ mile. Must be able to operate firearms, department-approved impact weapons, police vehicles, handcuffs, rope, narcotics testing kits, fingerprinting equipment, computer typewriters, measurement equipment, communication equipment, flashlight, first aid kit, flares and safety devices, area maps and diagrams, severe weather clothing, Florida uniform traffic citations, misdemeanor citations, incident report forms, accident report forms, constitutional rights warning cards, writing instruments, cameras, and body armor. Environmental Conditions: Works in outside weather conditions and occasionally exposed to wet and/ humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat and vibration. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places. (Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.) Note: Job Descriptions are only intended to present a descriptive summary of the range of duties and responsibilities associated with specified positions. Therefore, specifications may not include all duties performed by individuals within a classification. In addition, specifications are intended to outline the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the class and do not necessarily convey the qualifications of incumbents within the position. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. E-Verify Works for Everyone For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS. The City of Mount Dora is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Mount Dora will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Mount Dora is a drug-free, smoke-free, EOE.

Job Description Police Officer | $10,000 Signing Bonus Salary Range: $47,582 - $54,595. Employee Benefits: 401(a) Retirement Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Paid Time Off, Employee Wellness Benefits Join our esteemed law enforcement team as a LAPD Police Officer and make a lasting impact on our growing community. Enforce laws, maintain order, and protect life and property through dedicated service. Under the guidance of the Police Chief, you'll play a crucial role in responding to incidents, conducting investigations, and ensuring public well-being. Key Responsibilities: Patrol assigned areas to prevent and detect crimes, enforce laws, and provide assistance. Respond to calls involving accidents, criminal activities, and disasters. Conduct thorough investigations, secure scenes, gather evidence, and make arrests. Issue traffic summonses, parking citations, and vehicle defect corrections. Process found property and evidence, demonstrating technical expertise. Act as a field training officer, mentoring and guiding new police officers. Maintain proficiency in firearm usage and adhere to high standards. Collaborate with community members, ensuring effective public relations. Qualifications and Skills: Strong knowledge of law enforcement principles, practices, and regulations. Familiarity with federal, state, and local criminal laws and ordinances. Exceptional report writing and communication skills. Ability to handle stressful situations and react calmly in emergencies. Proficiency in firearm use and care. Valid Florida Class "E" driver's license. Certificate of Completion from Police Academy. Certified and Registered with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. High school graduation or equivalent diploma. Successful completion of physical and psychological evaluations and background checks. Completion of Police Academy curriculum and in-service training. Perks: $10,000 signing bonus. Opportunity to serve and protect your community. Our department is growing, affording our personnel active and exciting career growth and development. Join us in upholding safety and promoting well-being. Apply now and be part of our dedicated police force! The City of Lake Alfred is an Equal Opportunity Employer & a Drug-Free Workplace. Powered by JazzHR eTifwSX0HW

Concept The Part-Time Deputy Sheriff performs a variety of duties and tasks related to the protection of life, limb and property. The Part-Time Deputy Sheriff is a paid part-time Law Enforcement Officer appointed by the Sheriff. The Part-Time Deputy Sheriff is a sworn member who possesses all the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities incumbent upon the position of an entry level deputy sheriff. The most important and essential job function of the position is attitude which includes the following: interacting positively and cooperating with co-workers, responding politely to customers, working as a team member, functioning under intense time pressure and responding in a positive manner to supervision. The Part-Time Deputy Sheriff may perform other related duties and tasks, as required and shall have the physical, mental and emotional abilities to perform the essential job duties of the position. Employee Benefits Direct Deposit, Bi-Weekly Pay Checks FRS Retirement Free Employee Gym Essential Functions Testify at trials, hearings, Grand juries Testify at deposition Serve subpoenas Serve injunctions for protection Serve Baker Acts - court ordered Prepare original/supplemental reports Maintain issued equipment Maintain firearms Inspect and maintain patrol vehicle Maintain attendance records File complaint affidavits/notice to appear Review Statutes, Ordinances, directives Review *BOLOs, requests, agreements Maintain personal notes Maintain gas log Maintain, review manuals and files Prepare correspondence Collect latent fingerprints Photograph persons, evidence Confiscate vehicles or property Secure evidence Seize or confiscate illegal substances Secure found or acquired property Interview victims/witnesses/informants Interview suspects Complete field interrogation reports Investigate crimes against the state Investigate property crimes Initiate persons crimes investigation Initiate death investigation Search buildings or grounds Conduct active patrol in assigned area Conduct frisk or pat down search Pursue vehicles Respond to rescue situations Conduct felony stop Respond to bomb threats Respond to civil unrest or riots Counsel persons involved in disputes Respond to alarm calls Conduct self-initiated arrest Control disorderly or irate persons Serve arrest warrant Transport inmate or arrestee Locate or retrieve body Examine abandoned vehicles Establish field informants Escort funeral Conduct dwelling/ground check Provide information and referrals Investigate/isolate hazardous materials Assist special needs persons Assist other agencies Warn citizens of environmental dangers Provide security for special functions Conduct traffic stop/operate controls Conduct DUI investigations Conduct parking enforcement Conduct traffic crash investigation Education, Professional Certification or License High School or GED Valid Florida driver's license State of Florida, Basic Recruit, Certificate of Compliance after completion of training in accordance with *CJSTC Successful maintenance of proficiency in all mandatory in-service training as delineated in General Order 33.5 Successful completion of the Polk County Sheriff's Office Street Training Evaluation Program Professional Experience Prior law enforcement experience is preferred Environmental Conditions Work may involve rotating 12 hour shifts Physical acts requiring strength and endurance may be required Works during inclement weather Involves exposure to dangerous and sometimes life threatening situations, events or persons Works under extreme varying degrees of stress Subject to call 24 hours a day Some exposure to morbid crime scenes involving the human body Works with a firearm and other required weapons Works with a great deal of autonomy requiring discretion and field decision-making May have to inflict bodily harm or kill another human being Knowledge of PCSO policy and procedures Florida State Statutes Criminal Justice System Geographical area Resistance/Control Continuum Radio codes, signals, identifications Case Reporting Manual Manufacture's standards Issue weapon nomenclature Surfaces conducive to fingerprinting Fingerprinting techniques Appearance of fingerprints Camera operation Evidence handling *RICO Types of evidence Evidence collection Illegal substance appearance Narcotics field test procedures Officer safety techniques Case law Domestic violence procedures Child/elderly abuse procedures Specialty team procedures Area characteristics First aid/CPR Crowd control techniques Human anatomy Firearm safety procedures Public safety concerns Building/area search techniques Mobile field force system Defensive techniques Reference data Support units available Community services Referral sources Social and public assistance agencies Abnormal behavior Special function requirements Roadblock equipment Effects of intoxicants/drugs Field sobriety testing Crash investigation Ability to Draw diagrams Operate public address system Conduct pat down/search for weapons Follow commands Recognize basic signs and causes of death Disassemble and reassemble firearm Comprehend questions Operate a motor vehicle Read and write English Use approved defensive weapons Comprehend instructions Perform minor vehicle maintenance Read gauges and odometers Operate calculator Evaluate Read a map Comprehend Operate camera Operate tape recorder Listen and understand Detect suspicious activity Identify makes and models of vehicles Handle stress Locate vehicle identification number Evaluate credibility and reliability Identify suspicious activity Recognize potential hazard Recognize informative placard or signs Recognize danger or hazard Monitor radio traffic Skills Basic English grammar Computer Basic mathematical Keyboarding Interpersonal Organizational Basic investigation Interview Observation Tactical driving Tactical communication Basic crime scene processing Weapons proficiency Communications Physical Requirements Jump Climb Drag/carry 150 lbs. Crawl Bend/squat Lift 150 lbs. Walk Run Sit for long periods Stand for long periods See at normal range or with accommodation Hear at normal level or with accommodation Speak English understandably Sense of smell Manual dexterity Recognize colors Ambulate independently Agility Mobility Withstand chemical odor Strength to loosen lug nuts Full range of motion Steady hands Ability to distinguish colors Upper body strength Endurance Continence Endure climatic extremes Balance Other *FCIC/NCIC: Florida Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center FDLE: Florida Department of Law Enforcement Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V Min USD $21.00/Hr. Max USD $21.00/Hr.

Border Patrol Agent (BPA) - Experienced (GL-9 GS-11) NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES! Check out these higher-salaried federal law enforcement opportunities with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Your current or prior law enforcement experience may qualify you for this career opportunity with the nation's premier federal agency charged with securing our borders and protecting our country. You may qualify for these higher-graded Border Patrol Agent (BPA) employment opportunities if you have current or prior law enforcement experience. This experience could have been gained as part of a military police assignment or as a member of a state or local law enforcement organization. Look at the duties and responsibilities section below to see if you are interested in these federal law enforcement opportunities and review the qualifications section below to see if you are qualified. DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES - SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations. U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates' first-choice preferences. Relocation may be required. The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America. If you seek an exciting and rewarding job that provides excellent pay and exceptional federal benefits, now is the time to make your move. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring immediately for these full-time, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities. Salary and Benefits: Salary for newly appointed law enforcement Border Patrol Agents varies from: Base Salary: GL-9/GS-11 $63,148 - $120,145 per year Locality Pay: Varies by duty location. Overtime Pay: Up to 25% Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others. A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression from GL-9 to GS-11 to GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in the lower grade level. All Border Patrol Agents may select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan that is similar to traditional and ROTH 401(k) offerings. *Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102) will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive. The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location. Prioritized locations include Sierra Blanca, TX; Presidio, TX; Sanderson, TX; Comstock, TX; Lordsburg, NM; Freer, TX; Hebbronville, TX; Ajo, AZ. *Retention Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years. Duties and Responsibilities: As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity. Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession. Typical assignments include: · Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations. · Preventing and apprehending aliens and smugglers of aliens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations. · Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband. · Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks. · Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission. Qualifications: GL-9: You qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: · Performing physical searches of detained individuals, their vehicles, and their immediate surroundings for weapons, contraband, currency, and other evidence. · Apprehending, physically restraining, or working with law enforcement officials to identify or apprehend violators of state, federal, or immigration laws. · Proficient in the use of firearms, preparing investigative reports, serving court orders (e.g., warrants, subpoenas, etc.), and gathering evidence for criminal cases prosecuted through the court system. If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GS-11 grade level. GS-11: You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, with the authority granted by the state or government to enforce laws, make arrests, and investigate crimes, performing primary duties in an official law enforcement capacity such as: · Utilizing intelligence information to track illegal operations, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or contraband while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official. · Leading investigations of fraud, contraband, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or illegal operations to determine sources and patterns while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official. · Apprehending violators of state, federal, or immigration laws by utilizing various forms of complex technology that include surveillance, detection, situation awareness systems, and/or communications equipment. The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants. There are no education substitutions for the GL-9 or GS-11 grade-level Border Patrol Agent opportunities. Other Requirements: Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (including protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03. The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference: You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans' Recruitment Appointment (VRA). The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible. Formal Training: After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement, and USBP-specific operations, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses. Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English. Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient in the Spanish language at the Academy. How to Apply: Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page. For Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, and then complete the pre-screening questions. You'll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site, to complete your application. Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit. You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam. If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S. Border Patrol page: careers.cbp.gov/s/usbp. NOTE: As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.

Mandatory pre-employment testing will be held on 2/14/2026 from 0800-1500. Information regarding testing will be sent out on 2/9/2026. For more information, contact the recruiting team at ************ or *******************" Under the direct supervision of a police officer; or any other qualified member of the Melbourne Police Department; performs a variety of law enforcement and administrative duties in preparation for transfer to a Police Officer position. This class is characterized by continued development of academic and professional knowledge as required by the Basic Police Recruit Training curriculum and the professional requirements of the City of Melbourne for Police Officers. Duties and hours are varied. Flexibility is required. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS * Attends the next available Basic Recruit Training Course as an employee of the City of Melbourne Police Department. * Maintains an academic level which complies with the standards established by the Eastern Florida State College Police Training Facility and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. * Successfully completes the Competency Examination for Police Officers administered by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. * Writes and completes reports in such quantity, style, and quality as deemed acceptable by the Chief of Police or his/her designee. * Provides support in a variety of support functions, including but not limited to: * Assisting the training office * Assisting the front desk officer * Conducting tours of the police facility * Assisting the fleet maintenance coordinator * Conduct school crossing guard duties as required. * Provides any other function as required by the Chief of Police or his/her designee. Minimum Qualifications * Must be at least nineteen (19) years of age, at time of successful completion of the Competency Examination for Police Officers, pursuant to Florida Department of Law Enforcement Guidelines. * Must be a citizen of the United States of America, notwithstanding any law of the State to the contrary. * Must be a high school graduate or has been awarded a certificate of equivalency as established by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. * Must not have been convicted of any felony or misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement or have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States. Any person who after July 1, 1981, pleads Nolo-Contendere to, or is found guilty of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement is not eligible for appointment as a Police Officer, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication. * Must have passed a physical examination administered by a licensed physician, based upon the specifications as established by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. * Must have good moral character as established by the State of Florida and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement as determined by a background investigation. * Must pass a polygraph examination, psychological examination, and a physical fitness assessment. * Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License. Applicants may possess a valid out of state driver's license and obtain the Florida license with 10 days of employment. * Must attend and successfully complete the Basic Police Recruit Training Course. * Must successfully complete the Competency Examination for Police officers administered by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement on the initial offering. * Candidates must pass Front Line testing consisting of Situational Judgment and Human Relations, Written Report Writing, and Reading Video-Based Tests. * Candidates must pass a Physical Abilities Test. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Prepare investigative and other reports, including sketches, using appropriate grammar, symbols and mathematical computations. Gather information by interviewing, and obtaining statements from individuals whether written or oral. Effectively communicate with people, including juveniles, of diverse socio-economic backgrounds. Provide service, information, and direction to people in an articulate, polite and courteous manner. Demonstrate communication skills in court as required. Endure verbal and mental abuse when confronted with differentiating and hostile views encountered in antagonistic environments. Read and comprehend legal and non-legal documents, including the preparation processing of documents used in police service. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to operate a motor vehicle. Ability to understand conversation in a normal tone of voice. Ability to communicate effectively with people of various socio-economic backgrounds in the English language. Walk, run over any terrain and traverse obstacles which may be encountered in urban and rural environments. Frequently lift or carry light objects(less than thirty pounds). Occasionally lift or carry heavy objects over fifty (50) lbs. Ability to move larger objects such as victims from vehicle crashes when necessary using any means available including dragging. Vision to observe individuals, drive vehicles. Visual discrimination to distinguish, identify persons and clothing worn by suspects. Must have good night vision and color perception. Ability to operate various equipment to include writing implements for extended periods, firearms, radios, and other implements utilized by police officers. Stand for extended period of time, several hours, without relief. Ability to raise both arms above the head for the extended periods while directing traffic. Must be, or have the ability to be, respirator certified. The City of Melbourne offers a generous benefit package to include: * 100% City paid medical insurance for employee only; coverage available for family * Health Insurance opt-out incentive for employees with other medical coverage * Dental . Vision * Life Insurance in the amount of 1 times your annual salary * Additional life insurance to include coverage for your spouse and child(ren) * Short-term disability * Long-term disability * Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Account * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Program * 457 Deferred Compensation * Retirement Plans (FRS, local plan for Police and Fire personnel) * Paid Holidays * Tuition Reimbursement For more information about benefits visit ************************************************************************************************************************ 01 The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions. * Yes, I understand and agree * No, I do not agree 02 What is the highest level of education you have completed? PROOF OF EDUCATION REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR MUST BE UPLOADED TO APPLICATION. * Did not complete High School Diploma or GED * High School Diploma or GED * High School Diploma or GED and Some College * Associate's Degree * Bachelor's Degree * Master's or Higher 03 Do you possess a valid State of Florida driver's license, or a valid out of state driver's license? * Yes * No 04 Are you a United States citizen? * Yes * No 05 Are you at least 19 years of age? * Yes * No 06 Are you currently attending a Florida Police Recruit Training Course? * Yes * No 07 Do you hold a letter of acceptance to attend an upcoming Florida Police Recruit Training Course? * Yes * No Required Question Employer City of Melbourne Address 900 E Strawbridge Ave. Melbourne, Florida, 32901 Phone ************ Website *********************************

OBJECTIVES Performs a wide variety of policy and law enforcement duties including the protection of property, crime detection, and public safety. This class is characterized by the use of independent judgment in the application of police principles and knowledge of laws in responding to emergency or difficult situations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Responds to priority calls regarding public disturbances, criminal, civil or emergency situations; directs activities on site until relieved by superior officer; provides emergency medical assistance; controls traffic; ensures general public safety • Detects and prevents criminal activities by surveillance of assigned business and residential areas; notes possible criminal occurrences and takes steps to prevent criminal actions; promotes crime prevention by initiating contact with businesses and residents including explaining applicable laws, soliciting cooperation in crime reporting, and otherwise creating a good rapport with area citizens. • Secures crime scenes; investigates accidents in assigned area and assists other officers; protects evidence, takes testimony from witnesses and assists Detectives in specialized investigations • Enforces traffic laws and vehicle codes and promotes traffic safety; notes illegal or unsafe driving practices and advises or makes arrests as appropriate; directs traffic, reports unsafe road conditions, and otherwise promotes vehicular and pedestrian safety. • Prepares a variety of daily and other reports related to crimes, accidents, and other duties; maintains logs, completes forms, and prepares dispositions and reports as requested. • Provides a variety of related police services; transports and fingerprints prisoners, provides assistance to motorists, resolves domestic disturbances, gives talks before civic groups, and testifies in court. • Follow-up on reported criminal activity to seek proactive means to reduce future occurrences • Performs monthly checks on sex offenders and predators within the city. (The above are the essential functions required to perform the position of Police Officer. These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.) QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • High School Diploma or general education degree (GED). • Minimum of one (1) year of experience in general law enforcement work or equivalent public contact work. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS • Valid Florida Driver's License required. • Must receive FCIC certification within ninety (90) days from date of hire. • Certification by the State of Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission as a Police Officer. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES • Knowledge of police principles and practices. Knowledge of applicable laws and precedents. Knowledge of city and state ordinances. • Knowledge of emergency medical and first aid practices. • Knowledge of the geography of the City. • Ability to observe and detect potential problems. • Ability to act effectively in crisis situations. • Ability to investigate situations and to prepare written reports. • Skill in dealing tactfully and effectively with citizens in a wide variety of stressful situations. • Ability to communicate ideas and information in an effective, clear and concise manner both orally and in writing. • Ability to maintain proficiency in the use of firearms. • Ability to physically detain law breakers. • Skill in operating motor vehicles in hazardous situations. • Working knowledge of personal computer and ability to use computer software applications. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. • The employee is frequently required to sit and talk and hear. • The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. • Regular climbing, pulling, pushing, kneeling, bending, crawling, jumping, stooping and running. • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. • Specific hearing abilities required by this job include close, distance, peripheral and the ability to determine direction of sound(s). • Ability to smell/detect odors. • Must be able to drive at all times. ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL DESIGNATION This position is designated as essential Personnel. Essential Personnel are those who serve in job functions that are essential to the City's operations and/or its citizens and which are required to be maintained during any severe weather or other emergency condition. Essential Personnel may be required to report to or remain at work during any event deemed to be an emergency by the City of South Daytona. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • The work environment includes inside (office environment), inside of motor vehicles and outside with exposure to weather conditions including noise, dust, chemicals, slippery surfaces, water, heights and below ground. • May be exposed to extreme heat and adverse weather conditions. • The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in high, precarious places, and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. • Works with weapons and under extremely stressful and dangerous conditions. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the person(s) assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of the personnel so classified. The tasks and procedures involved in the performance of the essential job functions may vary from day-to-day. Major changes in areas of responsibility may occur, as directed by management, and will require revision of this . The City of South Daytona is an equal-opportunity employer. By clicking on "APPLY NOW" you are acknowledging that you have read the job description.

Police Officer Cadet Sponsorship Program The City of Winter Garden Police Department is currently seeking qualified candidates for our Police Officer Cadet Sponsorship Program, which includes (1) being paid as a full-time City employee (40 hours weekly) at an hourly rate of $20.87 while attending training, (2) City-paid Police Academy basic recruit training (includes tuition, books, uniforms, and other learning materials), and (3) full-time benefits as a City employee. Out of state candidates are welcomed and encouraged to apply. After successful completion of the Police Academy and passing the State Officer Certification Exam (SOCE), required by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, the Cadet will become a certified Police Officer for the City of Winter Garden Police Department at an hourly pay rate of $29.74. CITY BENEFITS: Police Officer Cadets are considered regular full-time employees of the City of Winter Garden. Accordingly, you will receive a generous, comprehensive benefit package which includes: A defined-benefit retirement pension plan, free employee City-paid medical benefits, dental and vision benefits, City-paid life insurance and disability benefits, 9 paid holidays, 1 paid personal holiday, sick and vacation leave accruals, and the opportunity to take advantage of the City's payment of educational/tuition fees for completion of Associate and Bachelors' degrees for anyone seeking to continue their education after finishing the Academy. Additional benefits are available and more information will be provided by Human Resources. Once a Cadet becomes a certified Police Officer, additional pay incentives will be available including: Education/Training incentives for having an Associate degree $360/year, Bachelor's degree $960/year, & additional for advanced training, up to $1,560/year Master Police Officer Program (MPO): Up to $6,000 annually Pay incentives for Task Force/Specialty Unit assignments; Evening & Midnight shifts; Field Training Officers, On-call, and more 40+ Off-Duty Details available weekly from 3 to 10 hours, paid at $45--$65/hour with some paid at time and one-half of your hourly rate (1.5 x your hourly rate) City Event assignments paid at double time (2.0 x your hourly rate) Take home vehicle WORK OBJECTIVE This is an operational position which encompasses the day-to-day law enforcement work for the city under the general supervision of a designated supervisor. This position performs a wide variety of police and law enforcement activities that are primarily service oriented and include dispensing information, arbitrating disputes, providing assistance through referrals, property protection, crime prevention, traffic, detective, investigative, and other public safety services. Duties are performed in accordance with state statutes and established city/department policies, procedures, guidelines, and ordinances. Officers must be able to act without close supervision and must be able to exercise independent judgment. Work is reviewed through observation, conferences and review of written reports for results obtained and adherence to established policies and procedures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Conducts routine preventative patrol in designated areas of the city; patrols residential/business areas for detection of violators; initiates contacts with commercial property owners, employees and residents; maintains an open line of communication with the community. Responds to calls for police service; resolves domestic disputes, disturbances and other incidents through counseling or referral; settles disputes among neighbors, juveniles and/or gangs; and resolves any and all complaints from citizens of the community. Provides information and/or assistance to the public; answers a wide range of non-police related service calls; informs citizens of available services in the community; promotes crime prevention through community and educational programs; makes presentations to public and local organizations concerning crime prevention and related police matters. Maintains the peace and safety of the community; responds to public disturbances; maintains civil obedience at group functions. Provides for the safe and convenient flow of traffic and pedestrians within the community; investigates traffic accidents/crashes; provides first aid; enforces traffic laws; conducts DUI investigations; promotes vehicular and pedestrian safety; and reports unsafe road conditions. Conducts criminal and non-criminal investigations; performs surveillance; conducts follow-up investigations. Enforces laws and arrests lawbreakers; makes felony and misdemeanor arrests; issues Notices to Appear and traffic citations. Prepares written reports, forms and other documents. Testifies in court proceedings and gives depositions. Provides support and assistance to other police officers, public safety employees and city employees; assists in the training and development of other employees. Performs community relations activities. Cleans and maintains department issued equipment. Requires frequent decision-making skills and use of personal computers, police radio, telephones and other office equipment. Represents department/city at community events and functions. Be able to work flexible hours, which will include weekends, holidays and various shifts. Be available for recall to duty in times of emergency or staffing shortages. Demonstrates proficiency in the use of firearms, impact weapons and chemical agents. Other position responsibilities as directed by a supervisor or a command officer. Note: The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Be a U.S. citizen. At least 19 years of age. No felony convictions. No misdemeanor convictions involving moral character, perjury or false statements. No police record or involvement in any situations involving moral turpitude. Have an Associate Degree (or equivalent number of credit hours) or prior military/police experience. Possess a valid Florida driver license. Good driving record. Ability to work with the general public and fellow employees. No tobacco usage of any kind within the past (1) year. No drug usage within the past three (3) years. Skill in the use of modern computer equipment, police radio, telephones and other office equipment. Successfully pass a written entrance level exam. Successfully pass a physical agility test. Successfully pass a polygraph and psychological exam. Successfully pass the required National Incident Management System (NIMS) classes within 180 days of employment. Reside within thirty-five (35) driven miles of the police station throughout career as determined by MapQuest or Google Maps commencing on the date of employment. Exceptions to the minimum qualifications must be reviewed by the Human Resources Manager and approved by the City Manager prior to job offer. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Professional demeanor and conduct must be above reproach. Ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritize workloads. Ability to maintain composure and work effectively under stressful conditions and emergency situations. Ability to produce written documents that accurately record complex investigations and actions. Ability to provide proper oral communication skills. Maintain skills in the use of telephone, typing, writing, reading, filing, fax, copier, radio and computers. Knowledge of the regulations, policies and procedures of the department/city. Knowledge of state statutes, city codes, applicable federal laws and court rulings. Knowledge of crime prevention techniques, investigative procedures, court procedures, defensive driving and first aid. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively with superiors, subordinate, peers and the general public. Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively. Ability to determine proper courses of action within established framework of policies and procedures. Ability to learn the geography of the city and surrounding areas. Ability to learn and adapt to changing technologies and practices. Ability to sit, while driving, for extended periods of time. Ability to use/apply handcuffs, light flares, fire weapon, perform CPR, etc. Ability to lift objects and/or persons in excess of 100 pounds. Ability to stand for extended periods of time when directing traffic, controlling crowds, working special events, etc. Ability to enter and exit a vehicle quickly while wearing approximately 15 to 20 pounds of equipment. Good night vision and peripheral vision. Maintain a valid Florida driver license. Demonstrate proficiency in the use of assigned firearms, impact weapons and chemical agents, and maintain proficiency throughout career per CJSTC standards. Complete necessary training to maintain police officer certification throughout career per CJSTC standards. Maintain physical conditioning to perform the duties of a police officer throughout career. Demonstrate and maintain proficiency in the operation of motorized vehicles under adverse conditions. WORKING ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS Tasks involve walking, running, bending, stooping, working in confined spaces, lifting or carrying moderately heavy (20-50 pounds) and occasionally heavy (100 pounds or over) items and/or persons, sits while driving for extended periods of time and in extreme/hazardous conditions, stands for extended periods of time, use of firearms, and use of non-lethal weapons/devices. Tasks may be performed in adverse environmental conditions such as heat, cold, rain and potentially dangerous environments. Exposed to putrid odors, diseases, chemicals and excessive noise. Tasks require color, depth, sound, texture and visual perception and discrimination and oral communication ability. Runs, climbs over fences and walls to subdue suspects. The City of Winter Garden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Winter Garden provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Police Officer | $10,000 Signing Bonus Salary Range: $47,582 - $54,595. Employee Benefits: 401(a) Retirement Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Paid Time Off, Employee Wellness Benefits Join our esteemed law enforcement team as a LAPD Police Officer and make a lasting impact on our growing community. Enforce laws, maintain order, and protect life and property through dedicated service. Under the guidance of the Police Chief, you'll play a crucial role in responding to incidents, conducting investigations, and ensuring public well-being. Key Responsibilities: Patrol assigned areas to prevent and detect crimes, enforce laws, and provide assistance. Respond to calls involving accidents, criminal activities, and disasters. Conduct thorough investigations, secure scenes, gather evidence, and make arrests. Issue traffic summonses, parking citations, and vehicle defect corrections. Process found property and evidence, demonstrating technical expertise. Act as a field training officer, mentoring and guiding new police officers. Maintain proficiency in firearm usage and adhere to high standards. Collaborate with community members, ensuring effective public relations. Qualifications and Skills: Strong knowledge of law enforcement principles, practices, and regulations. Familiarity with federal, state, and local criminal laws and ordinances. Exceptional report writing and communication skills. Ability to handle stressful situations and react calmly in emergencies. Proficiency in firearm use and care. Valid Florida Class "E" driver's license. Certificate of Completion from Police Academy. Certified and Registered with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. High school graduation or equivalent diploma. Successful completion of physical and psychological evaluations and background checks. Completion of Police Academy curriculum and in-service training. Perks: $10,000 signing bonus. Opportunity to serve and protect your community. Our department is growing, affording our personnel active and exciting career growth and development. Join us in upholding safety and promoting well-being. Apply now and be part of our dedicated police force! The City of Lake Alfred is an Equal Opportunity Employer & a Drug-Free Workplace.

Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations. U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates' first-choice preferences. RELOCATION MAY BE REQUIRED. EARN UP TO $30,000 IN RECRUITMENT INCENTIVES - Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (BPA) will be offered a $20,000 incentive. The first $10,000 to be paid upon successfully completing training at the Border Patrol Academy, and the remainder to be paid in full after completing a three-year service agreement. New BPAs accepting a prioritized location (Sierra Blanca, Presidio, Sanderson, Comstock, Freer,and Hebbronville, TX; Lordsburg, NM; or Ajo, AZ) will be eligible for an additional $10,000. Applicants currently in pre-employment do not need to reapply to be eligible for the incentive. . . . . . . . . . The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America. If you seek an exciting and rewarding job that provides excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move. U.S. Border Patrol (USBP), within the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is hiring immediately for these full-time, entry-level, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities. Salary and Benefits Annual Base Salary for newly appointed BPAs varies per grade, as follows: GL-5/GL-7 $49,739 - $89,518 per year Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others. A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, GS-11, and GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without reapplying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level. Border Patrol Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional ROTH 401(k) offering. Duties and Responsibilities As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity. Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession. Typical assignments include: Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and custom laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of noncitizens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission. Qualifications You qualify for the GL-5 grade level if you possess one of the following: Experience: One (1) year of general work experience that demonstrates the ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations; to learn regulations, methods, and techniques through classroom training and/or on-the-job instruction; and the ability to gather concise information through questioning, observation, and examination of documents and records; OR Education Substitution: A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; OR Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of general work experience AND successfully completed college education. This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application. You qualify for the GL-7 grade level if you possess one of the following: Experience: One year of specialized work experience that shows you have the skills necessary to: Make sound judgments and decisions in the use of firearms. Deal effectively with people in a courteous and tactful manner in connection with law enforcement matters. Analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions where you will be expected to make arrests after the completion of required training and apply these skills in a law enforcement capacity such as criminal code enforcement, determining violations of laws, correctional or rehabilitation work involving criminal offenders, security, military, etc. The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants. Education Substitution for the GL-7 grade level: A bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average (i.e., GPA of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0), or (3) honor society membership. Or will receive a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement. Or one full year of graduate-level education in a field of study related to law enforcement (e.g., criminal justice, homeland security, justice studies, law enforcement, courts and judicial systems, forensic technology, forensic psychology, or corrections and rehabilitation) from an accredited college or university; OR A Combination of Experience and Education: This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application. Note: If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GL-9 and or GS-11 grade level. Please refer to the BPA GL-9 - 11 announcement. Other Requirements Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03. The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference: You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA). The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible. Formal Training: After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement and USBP-specific operations, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses. Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English. Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient with the Spanish language at the Academy. How to Apply: Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page. For Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, then complete the pre-screening questions. You'll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site, to complete your application. Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit. You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam. If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S. Border Patrol page: careers.cbp.gov/s/usbp. As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP