Police Officer

Police Officer

Under general direction, to perform police duties, such as; foot patrol, motorized patrol within the City of Casselberry; to prevent crime; to detect and arrest the perpetrators of crimes; to regulate traffic; to provide public assistance; to perform all additional functions for the rank as prescribed by relevant laws, city ordinances, departmental rules and regulations, orders and directives of the Police Department; to perform special duties and/or assignments as directed by the Chief of Police in his discretion; to enforce the laws of the State of Florida and the ordinances of the City of Casselberry.

Patrols assigned zone in a police vehicle. Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for police assistance as directed within the City of Casselberry. Arrests violators of state laws and city ordinances, as required. Directs and regulates traffic within the City. Investigates traffic accidents. Maintains the public peace. Provides general assistance to the public such as: to injured and ill persons, and in public and domestic disturbances. Inspects and protects business and residential properties in the nighttime. Completes and submits detailed written reports on approved forms on all activities. Appears in courts of law to present testimony and evidence in arrest cases. Follows safe working practices and has a working knowledge of safety practices and procedures. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster, which may threaten the area, the employee will be expected to work.

Typical Qualifications

• Be at least 19 years of age for law enforcement and correctional probation.
• Be at least 18 years of age for corrections.
• 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.
• Have never received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United State.
• Have good moral character.
• Have successfully completed the Florida Basic Recruit Training Program for the respective discipline or completed the Equivalency of Training process.
• 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.
• Qualify in a physical fitness test.
• Qualify in an oral review board.
• Qualify in a CVSA interview/examination.
• Qualify in a physical examination and medical testing administered by the City of Casselberry approved agent prior to employment.
• Qualify in a drug screen test.
• Qualify in a psychological fitness test administered by the City of Casselberry approved agent prior to employment.