Summary:

Under limited supervision; performs general and specialized police work involving the enforcement of laws and ordinances; protecting life and property; detection and arrest of violators; crime prevention; community services or other specialized assignments; and performs related duties as assigned.

Salary:

Certified Candidates will start the Salary Plan between Steps 1-4 $75,921.30 - $87,888.39 Annually. *Hiring step will be based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications:

In order to participate in the process for Police Officer, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Minimum of 21 years of age.
High school diploma or GED. Education will be verified using the Education requirement listed below.
United States Citizen.
Out of State Certified Police Officer in good standing.
Successfully complete the Criminal Justice Institute physical agility test from a state accredited facility within one (1) year of application closing date; OR successfully complete the City of West Palm Beach physical agility test.
Valid State of Florida Driver's License. A valid driver's license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized upon application with the ability to obtain a State of Florida driver's license before hire date.
Completed Supplemental Application.
Required documents uploaded to your account.
Registered with selective service.

Special Requirements:

Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Have a stable work history free of repeated disciplinary actions, suspensions, terminations, and resignations.
Free of convictions involving domestic abuse or violence.
Free of convictions of any felony.
Free of convictions and violations pertaining to Florida Department of Law Enforcement Good Moral Character guidelines.
Free of misdemeanor convictions involving perjury or false statements.
Free of convictions or plea of nolo contendere to any 1st or 2nd degree misdemeanor within the last three (3) years.
Have not been dishonorably discharged from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.
Have not been convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol or control substances in the preceding 5 year period in Florida or any other state.
Have not had a Driver's license suspended under the point system in the past 5 years, as provided for in the Florida Statue, Chapter 322.
Have not been convicted of 3 moving violations in the preceding 36 months in Florida or any other state.
The applicant must list ALL moving violation tickets, even if this information is not included on the "Complete" driver history record from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. Failure to disclose this information regarding your driving history may be grounds for removing the candidate from the process.
Have not used marijuana in the one (1) year prior to employment application closing date; all other illegal drug use three (3) years prior to employment application closing date.
Have not failed any part of the process within one year from failure date.
Have not failed the WPBPD background within one year of application date; or WPBPD psychological evaluation or post offer physical, drug and alcohol screening within one year from failure date.

Education Requirements:

To be considered valid (or verified) for position qualification purposes, and consistent with City Hiring Policy 4-5, a High School, GED or equivalent diploma, and all higher education degrees or certifications must have been issued by:

a) a public education institution in the State of Florida or any State or Territory of the United States; or

b) an institution accredited by an accrediting organization that is recognized by the Florida Department of Education or the U.S. Department of Education; or

c) an institution that is accredited by an organization that is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); or

d) an institution whose degree or certification is accepted by institutions identified in either a, b or c above for the purpose of admission to institutions identified in either a, b, or c above.

International degrees will be evaluated to determine if they satisfy qualification requirements.

Additional Details:

City of West Palm Beach Police Department Tattoo Policy
ALL tattoos must be covered during official court proceedings, award ceremonies, or any official police proceedings deemed by the Chief of Police or designee.
The following visible markings are prohibited:
Any marking located on the head, face, neck (above the collarbone, hands (below the wrist bone).
Tattoos or other markings that promote racism/discrimination, indecency, extremist or supremacist philosophies, lawlessness, violence, or sexually explicit materials

Application Process:

Failure to complete any of the required steps below will disqualify your application. The selection process also consists of an evaluation of training, education, complete driving history and review of attendance records.

Employment Application - On-line
Screening of Application - Ensures each candidate meets minimum posting requirements and standards.
Pre-background check: driver license, criminal history and credit.
Swim Test/Physical Agility/Tattoo inspection: An email will be sent to qualified applicants to schedule the swim test and physical agility. A completed physician's clearance form is required the date of the test.
Fingerprints
Structured oral interview
Truth Verification Exam
Ride Along Participation - Each candidate is required to complete two (2) ride along.
Background Investigation - In accordance with West Palm Beach Police Department and Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Standards.
Conditional Offer of Employment Letter
Post Offer Psychological Examination
Post Offer Physical, Drug & Alcohol Screening
Approval By Chief of Police, or designee
Start Date

How To Apply:

If you are interested in applying for this position you may apply online.

PLEASE NOTE: We will only conduct electronic communication for all correspondence and it is your responsibility to update your applicant account with the most current information where we can reach you and to monitor the status of your account and communication. If an electronic message is sent and we do not hear from you within the timeframe required, your application will be terminated.

The City of West Palm Beach is an equal employment opportunity employer. The City values the service of veterans to our country, supports recruitment of veterans and veterans' preference will be given in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes for those who met the minimum requirements of the position. Background investigation, physical, and drug and alcohol screening is required as condition of employment.

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