Police Officer Trainee
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Salary: $52,563.15 AnnuallyLocation : City of Doral, FLJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 10112024Department: PoliceOpening Date: 10/15/2024Closing Date: 11/15/2024 5:00 PM EasternGeneral Purpose TO APPLY FOR EMPLOYMENT AS POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE (NON-CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICER), YOU MUST COMPLY WITH THE BELOW:THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED TO UPLOAD AND ATTACH TO THE ONLINE APPLICATION:

• Updated Resume
• Last Obtained Degree
• DD-214 (If Applicable)
• Completed Pre-Screening Questionnaire **THIS FORM MUST BE NOTARIZED BEFORE ATTACHING TO THE APPLICATION **

PLEASE CLICK HERE TO ACCESS PRE-SCREENING QUESTIONNAIREACCEPTABLE ATTACHMENT TYPES:

• Acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF)
• Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet (XLS/XLSX)
• Microsoft PowerPoint (PPT/PPTX)
• Microsoft Word Document (DOC/ DOCX)

PHOTOS UNDER: JPEG, JPG, PNG, TIF ARE NOT ACCEPTEDDO NOT SUBMIT INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS. IF YOU ARE HAVING ISSUES ATTACHING ANY DOCUMENTATION, PLEASE CONTACT NEOGOV APPLICANT SUPPORT AT 1-855-###-####. FAILURE TO INCLUDE THE ABOVE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION WILL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION OF THE APPLICATION. YOU MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED BELOW:

• Be a United States citizen (U.S. born or naturalized).
• Have a U.S. high school education, General Education Development (GED) or equivalent.
• Be at least 19 years of age.
• Have not been convicted of any felony or of any misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement.
• Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to, or is found guilty of any 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.
• Have never received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.
• Have good moral character.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to successfully complete an approved Police Academy Training program and obtain a Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) certificate of compliance.
• Physical Abilities Test (PAA): All applicants are required to pass the PAA test. The test consists of the following requirements:
  • A timed mile run
  • Push-ups (1 minute time limit-reps)
  • Sit-ups (1 minute time limit-reps) and
  • A timed 300 Meter run
• The test is conducted in a continuous manner resulting in a total composite score. To receive a passing score, the candidate must complete the PAA in a time period established based on minimum age requirements or less.
• Must be able to successfully complete all City of Doral required pre-employment examination requirements.

*NOTE TO APPLICANTS*Proof of successful completion of BAT, or CJBAT is not required with the application, however candidates must successfully complete all of these exams prior to scheduling the panel interview.

• Individuals who desire to enter a basic recruit training program for law enforcement or corrections must first pass a basic abilities test. This test was adopted by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission pursuant to Section 943.17, F.S., and further detailed in F.A.C. 11B-35.0011(1).
• As of July 1, 2022, Florida State Statues , section 943.17(1)(g) states that any candidate wishing to enter a law enforcement academy that either (i) is a veteran as classified in section 1.01(14), F.S., or (ii) holds an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university is not required to take the Law Enforcement Basic Abilities Test. Please note that veteran is defined as being honorably discharged from military service. No other discharge classifications qualify. Please note that this does not apply to candidates wishing to enter a corrections academy.
• The basic abilities test is sometimes referred to as BAT or CJBAT, which are the same.
• Information regarding the content of the test is available through Pearson VUE.
• The test cannot be taken more than three times per discipline during any 12-month period.
• The test is administered only within the state of Florida.

This position is responsible for completing the Florida Basic Recruit Training Program and achieving a passing score on the State Officer Certification Examination. The Police Officer Trainee is a non-sworn position that will have to meet all the requirements established under the Basic Recruit Training Program by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement as outlined in Florida Statue 943.13. The City will pay the tuition and the officer examination fee for the employee to attend the basic recruit training program. However, the employee enters a 3-year commitment with the City. Supervision Received and Exercised This position is classified as a non-exempt, full-time position with a 40 hour work-week.This position works under the general supervision of the Chief of Police or designee. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesSPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESEssential Functions:

• Timely attends and participates in all lectures, demonstrations, applications, formations, inspections, examinations, and any other gatherings conducted as a part of Basic Law Enforcement Courses and remedial training.
• Studies, comprehends, retains, and successfully demonstrates attained knowledge and skills garnered from all lectures, texts, material, data, and any other sources of information on subjects presented by the institute.
• Successfully demonstrates proficiency in all the designated high liability areas.
• Maintains a healthy physical condition and demonstrates the skills necessary to agilely accomplish arduous and aqueous tasks, goals, assignments, etc.
• Adapts and adheres to the conduct and attitudes required by training advisors, instructors, and administrators of the basic recruit training program at the CJSTC certified training school.
• Is appropriately attired at all times as designated by the institute's Trainee Orientation Manual.

Additional Duties:

• Performs other related work as required.

Minimum QualificationsMINIMUM EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• Be at least 19 years of age.
• Be a citizen of the United States.
• Have earned a high school graduate or equivalent (GED).
• Have not been convicted of any felony or of any misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement.
• Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to, or is found guilty of any 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.
• Have never received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.
• Have good moral character.
• Have passed a Commission approved Basic Abilities Test, if not certified and attending a Florida Basic Recruit Training Program.
• Have successfully completed the Florida Basic Recruit Training Program
• Have achieved a passing score on the State Officer Certification Examination.
• Have been fingerprinted by the employing agency with prints processed by the FDLE and the FBI.
• Have successfully passed a background investigation, to include drug testing.
• Have passed a physical examination by a licensed physician, physician assistant, or certified advanced registered nurse practitioner.
• Have completed a CJSTC-68 Affidavit of Applicant Form.
• 3-year commitment:
  • The City will pay the tuition and the officer examination fee for the employee to attend the basic recruit training program. However, the employee enters a 3-year commitment with the City.
  • A Police Officer Trainee who attends such approved training program at the expense of the City must remain in the employment for a period of 3 years after graduation from the basic recruit training program. If employment or appointment is terminated on the trainee's own initiative within 3 years, he or she shall reimburse the employing agency for the full cost of his or her tuition and other course expenses.
  • An employing agency may institute a civil action to collect such cost of tuition and other course expenses as provided in this section if it is not reimbursed, provided that the employing agency gave written notification to the trainee of the 3-year employment commitment during the employment screening process. The trainee shall return signed acknowledgment of receipt of such notification.
  • The minimum standards for Payment and reimbursement are outlined in the Florida Statue 943.16.

• Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS REQUIREDKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be fluent in the English language. Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus.
• Ability to study, comprehend, retain, and successfully demonstrate knowledge of various fields of law enforcement in the curricula of regularly scheduled Basic Law Enforcement Courses, or remedial academic or remedial in all high liability areas at a basic recruit training program at the CJSTC certified training school.
• Ability to achieve and maintain a physical condition and skills to successfully complete any and all physical requirements included within those courses or training.
• Ability to become proficient in all high liability areas.
• Ability to adjust behavior patterns and attitudes.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, orders, and regulations.
• Ability to maintain working relationships with peers and supervisors.
• Ability to demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity in the community.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, coworkers, the press the general public and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race, religion, age, sex, disability, political affiliation, gender identity or sexual orientation.
• Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of all city ethics and conflicts of interest policies. Strong understanding of ethical behavior is required.
• Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Ability to report to work as directed during an emergency as an essential employee of the City.
  • Must be a non-smoker.

• The minimum requirements may be waived by the City Manager.

Physical Requirements:

• Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact.
• Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to, word processor, calculator, copier, and fax machine.
• Some crawling, reaching, handling, sitting, standing, pushing, and pulling.
• Physical capability to pass police physical agility entrance tests.
• Physical capability to run, walk, and climb over rough and unfamiliar terrain, fences and other obstacles for extended periods of time.
• Bend, accessing attics, crawl spaces, and other recesses of buildings.
• Operate motor vehicle for long periods of time.
• Ability to control persons resisting arrest; to move a disabled or combative individual.
• Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.

City of DoralHuman Resources DepartmentSummary of Benefits: In this summary, we are providing general information, which will be helpful to you in evaluating the City of Doral Police Department as your premier place to work. If you have questions concerning a specific item or interpretation, please feel free to contact Human Resources at (305) ###-####.EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS FOR FULL-TIME NON-SWORN EMPLOYEES UNDER THE CLASS OF: POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE.

• The City will pay the tuition and the officer examination fee for the employee to attend the basic recruit training program. However, the employee enters a 3-year commitment with the City.
• A Police Officer Trainee who attends such approved training program at the expense of the City must remain in the employment for a period of 3 years after graduation from the basic recruit training program. If employment or appointment is terminated on the trainee's own initiative within 3 years, he or she shall reimburse the employing agency for the full cost of his or her tuition and other course expenses.
• An employing agency may institute a civil action to collect such cost of tuition and other course expenses as provided in this section if it is not reimbursed, provided that the employing agency gave written notification to the trainee of the 3-year employment commitment during the employment screening process. The trainee shall return signed acknowledgment of receipt of such notification.
• The minimum standards for Payment and reimbursement are outlined in the Florida Statue 943.16.

COMPENSATIONThe compensation for this role shall be $52,563.15. This classification is not eligible to receive cost of living adjustments (COLA). Additionally, the salary of the role will be reviewed annually to ensure it remains competitive with other agencies.INTRODUCTORY PERIODAn introductory period for an employee is twelve (12) months for entrance, rehire, and promotional appointments. In the event the employee accepts a promotional opportunity position within the City before an initial introductory period is satisfactorily completed, the initial introductory period starts over at the time the employee begins working in the new position.The introductory period is considered a continuation of the employment selection process. It provides the City an opportunity to observe and evaluate the capacity of the employee, which includes the employee's ability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of his or her job; and to observe and evaluate the employee's work habits and conduct, including attendance and the employee's relationship with coworkers and superiors.During the introductory period, the new employee and the supervisor shall evaluate employment suitability in terms of skill, knowledge, performance, and compatibility. During this period, the employee shall be given the support and resources needed to learn and demonstrate the duties and competencies required in the new position.HOLIDAYS The City of Doral observes 12 paid holidays per year. In addition, employees receive two (2) personal days and (1) Birthday. The personal days must be used before the end of the fiscal year and the birthday must be taken within six (6) months of the birthday. Please note that during the academy period, you will only observe holidays that are in observance by the Police Academy. In addition, you are unable to use the accruals during the academy period (Vacation, Personal & Sick).VACATION AND SICK LEAVEThe City of Doral has separate sick and vacation leave for non-sworn employees which is accrued on a monthly basis. Please note that you are unable to use the accruals during the academy period (Vacation, Personal & Sick).Vacation Leave shall be earned/accrued at the following rate:40 HOUR WORK-WEEKYears of Service Rate of vacation accrual0-4 years 6.66 hrs/mo (80)5-9 years 10.00 hrs/mo (120)10-20 years 13.33 hrs/mo (160)More than 20 years 16.66 hrs/mo (200)Employees may use vacation time as it is accrued. The cap of vacation varies, depending on the years of service.Sick leave is earned at the rate of 8.0 hours per month for a forty (40) hour work-week.Employees may accumulate a sick time maximum 1,040 hours if on a forty (40) hour work-week.Please refer to the Employee Policies and Procedures Manual (EPPM) available on our website for further information. Click here to access the link: SICK LEAVE PAYMENT PROGRAMEmployees may sell back to the City up to a maximum of 32 hours of sick leave per year provided that the employee maintains a maximum of 80 hours of sick leave in his or her leave balance. This election is made annually at the beginning of each fiscal year by the employee and is irrevocable. An employee who elects to be paid for accrued vacation leave will be paid at his or her current rate of pay on the date of the payout, less applicable taxes and authorized deductions.ANNUAL LEAVE SELL BACKEmployees may elect payment of accrued, unused annual leave in lieu of time off. This election is made annually in the beginning of each fiscal year and is irrevocable. An employee who elects to be paid for accrued vacation leave will be paid at his or her current rate of pay on the date of the payout, less applicable taxes and authorized deductions. HEALTH CARE BENEFITSAll Healthcare benefits for all employees are effective on the first of the month following 30 days of full-time employment. The City offers HMO, POS, and High Deductible Health plans. The High Deductible Health plan comes with a Health Savings Account (HSA).DENTAL PLANThe City of Doral offers a PPO dental insurance plan.VISION CARE The City of Doral offers voluntary vision care benefits.LIFE, SHORT-TERM AND LONG-TERM DISABILITYThe City of Doral will cover your life insurance at the rate of two (2) times the employee's annual salary up to a maximum of $300,000.00. In addition, the City offers both short-term and long-term disability plans which act as income protection plans.RETIREMENT BENEFITSThe employee in this class is not eligible to receive retirement benefits under the 401(a) plan. However, they can enroll in 457 plan. The City does not make any contributions to this plan.457 SUPPLEMENTAL PLANThe City of Doral has a voluntary deferred compensation pension program available through ICMA where the employee can make contributions to their retirement. The City does not make any contributions to this plan.EDUCATION/TUITION REIMBURSEMENTThe City offers the Educational Reimbursement Program (ERP) established to provide educational assistance to full-time employees participating in training or educational programs designed to strengthen their abilities, which in turn directly benefit the City. The City will pay the State tuition rate to its members based on the letter grade obtained for each class. Employee must be a full-time employee for 6 months in order to be eligible for this benefit.BEREAVEMENT LEAVEUpon approval of the Department Head, a full-time employee may, upon request, be granted up to three (3) working days of leave with pay in the unfortunate event of a death in his or her immediate family, or up to five (5) working days of leave with pay to attend the funeral or memorial services of an immediate family member outside the State of Florida. The employee's immediate family shall be defined as the employee's spouse, father, mother, step-parents, natural, step and adopted children, brother, sister, father-in-law, mother-in-law, grandparents, brother-in-law and sister-in-law, grandparents-in-law, registered domestic partner, and child of a registered domestic partner. The bereavement leave must be taken consecutively, and the employee must attend the funeral of the deceased family member to be eligible for bereavement leave. If an employee needs time in excess of that provided in this policy, he or she may request accrued vacation time, sick time, or PTO with the approval of their department head. The City reserves the right to request all pertinent information including the deceased relative's name, relationship of the employee to the deceased, the name and address of the funeral home, and the date of the funeral. Documentation such as a death certificate, or other documentation on the deceased may be required for approval of the leave. VOTING LEAVE: Employees are encouraged to exercise their right to vote outside of their scheduled working hours. As such, all full-time employees as defined herein may be granted up to one hour of leave during polling hours in order to vote in federal, state or local elections, both primary and general elections. This time off shall be granted if it does not increase staffing cost or decrease departmental efficiency. Employees must request time off for voting in writing or via e-mail at least five (5) business days in advance to the Department Head or designee. The request for leave must clearly state that the employee needs leave in order to vote. **THE CITY OF DORAL DOES NOT OFFER A RELOCATION PACKAGE **EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe City of Doral is an equal opportunity employer.SMOKE FREE/DRUG FREE WORKPLACEThe City of Doral maintains a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.01 The State of Florida requires all Law Enforcement Officers to hold United States citizenship. Are you a Citizen of the United States (Naturalized or otherwise)?

• Yes
• No

02 The State of Florida requires all Law Enforcement Officers to be at least 19 years of age. Are you at least 19 years of age?

• Yes
• No

03 Do you possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalent?

• Yes
• No

04 The State of Florida requires all Law Enforcement Officers to have not been convicted of any felony or of any misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement. Have you been convicted of ANY felony OR Misdemeanor involving perjury OR a false statement?

• Yes
• No

05 Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

• Yes
• No

06 Do you possess a valid driver license with an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

07 Has your Driver's License ever been suspended?

• Yes
• No

08 Have you used ANY drugs (including steroids) without a doctor's prescription or ANY illegal drugs within 36 months of the date of this application?

• Yes
• No

09 Do you have any tattoos on your neck, face or hands?

• Yes
• No

10 If accepted into the Police Academy there is a stringent physical fitness requirement in which Police Officer Trainees must achieve an overall score of 75% to remain employed. Cadets not achieving a score of 75% on the final profile will be terminated by the City of Doral. To receive 100% on the physical profile you must properly execute: 12 pull-ups, 85 sit-ups, 60 push-ups, 41 treadmills, 60 bend/twists, 35 squat thrusters (aka. Burpees) and a sub 3 minute ½ mile run.Are you physically conditioned to achieve a score of 75% or higher on the aforementioned regiment?

• Yes
• No

11 The schedule of a Police Officer entails working overnight, weekends, holidays, and during emergency situations. As a Police Officer you may also be required to work beyond your scheduled shift, and/or be called into work with little or no notice. Are you fully prepared to meet these schedule requirements?

• Yes
• No

12 Applicants will undergo a preliminary interview, Polygraph, psychological examination, FDLE sanctioned Medical Exam, 10-Panel Drug Screen and Background Investigation. Are you willing to comply with all aspects of the hiring process?

• Yes
• No

13 You are applying for a position with a law enforcement agency. You will be fingerprinted in the course of the hiring process which will reveal your full criminal history, including items that are sealed/expunged. As indicated within this application, you are required to divulge your entire criminal history regardless of the outcome of an arrest or the age in which you were arrested. Failure to provide this information will result in automatic dismissal from the consideration process and if already hired, immediate termination. Have you reviewed your responses on this document to ensure they are honest and accurate?

• Yes
• No

14 You are applying for a position that requires to enter into a 3-year commitment. A Police Officer Trainee who attends such approved training program at the expense of the City must remain in the employment for a period of 3 years after graduation from the basic recruit training program. If employment or appointment is terminated on the trainee's own initiative within 3 years, he or she shall reimburse the employing agency for the full cost of his or her tuition and other course expenses.

• Yes
• No

15 I certify that I have read the job announcement in its entirety, have attached my resume, last obtained degree, and understand that I have to comply with the pre-employment process, meet the basic recruit standards, meet all the requirements established under the Basic Recruit Training Program by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement as outlined in Florida Statue 943.13. I further understand that I am required to enter a 3-year commitment with the City and If employment or appointment is terminated on the trainee's own initiative within 3 years, I am required to reimburse the City of Doral for the full cost of tuition and other course expenses.

• Yes
• No

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