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Law Enforcement Officer - Position Summary: Capitol Police was created for the purpose of serving as a specially trained and highly effective law enforcement agency serving the safety and security needs of both the legislative and executive branches of state government. Possible assignments and career opportunities include: Uniform Patrol providing 24/7 coverage; Directed Patrol Unit (Bicycle Patrols / Community Policing / Crime Prevention); Drone Operations; Explosives Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit; EOD K-9 Unit; Honor Guard; Investigations Unit; Special Operations Team (SOT); Promotional Opportunities (Sergeant / Investigator / Lieutenant / Captain); and Protective Operations Detail (POS).Duties & Responsibilities: Specific duties include: Maintaining protection of the Capitol Complex; Responding to complaints relating to criminal activity or security threats within the Capitol Complex and within the responsibility of the department pursuant to Chapter 943, Florida Statutes; Enforcing Florida Statutes as they relate to the security and protection of the Capitol Complex; Complying with and maintaining knowledge of all departmental policies and standard operation procedures; Projecting a professional demeanor while performing assigned duties; Maintaining communications via radio while on duty; Attending in-service and specialized training; and Conducting other assignments as required.Requirements: To be considered as a potential candidate, you must meet the minimum qualifications(s) listed below. Degrees must be from an accredited college or university as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. United States citizen; High school graduate or equivalent; Minimum of 19 years old; Possess a valid driver license; Not convicted of any felony or any misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement; No dishonorable discharge from any of the United States Armed Forces; Be of good moral character; and Have passed a physical examination by a licensed medical specialist, approved in Rule 11B-27.002(1)(d), F.A.C. Required Certification: Florida Correctional Officer currently in a Cross-Training Corrections to Law Enforcement training. Applicants meeting this requirement will be considered but will not be processed until the applicant has successfully completed the Cross-Training Corrections to Law Enforcement training and successfully passed the State of Florida Law Enforcement Officer examination by the closing date of this requisition.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of the principles of correct grammar usage; Skill in operating motor vehicles; Ability to understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; Ability to work in dangerous and stressful situations; Ability to interact with individuals and critical situations in an effective manner; Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; Ability to collect and evaluate data; Ability to probe and obtain critical facts; Ability to describe facts and events accurately; Ability to prepare reports; Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; and Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.Salary & Benefits: Starting salary will be the minimum of the class pay range, unless otherwise dictated by FDLE's pay policy. FDLE is a State of Florida Employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; HMO and PPO health insurance options with premiums starting as low as $50 per month; $25,000 in automatic life insurance coverage; Multiple supplemental insurance options including dental, vision, disability and more; Pension and investment retirement plan options; Tax deferred medical and childcare reimbursement accounts; and State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program. Sworn Salary Incentives: Criminal Justice Incentive Pay (CJIP) is a salary incentive which pays up to $130.00 per month (based on college degrees and completion of salary incentive courses); and $500.00 annual uniform allowance. A sealed certified copy of your transcript(s) is needed to verify your eligibility for the CJIP Salary Incentive.
Worksite address
tallahassee, FL, 32301, US
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