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Job description
About the Tampa Police Department
The Tampa Police Department is the second-largest police department in Florida and among the top 50 in the United States, with over 1,000 sworn officers and approximately 350 civilian support staff. We serve a vibrant community of 400,000+ residents at a ratio of 2.66 officers per 1,000 people. Newly hired officers enter a four-month comprehensive field training program to build confidence and expertise under the mentorship of qualified Training Officers.
As a Police Officer with TPD, you'll join a team dedicated to public service, innovation, and professional growth.
Police Officer (Certified)
Job Summary
The Tampa Police Department is seeking motivated individuals for the sworn position of Police Officer. In this role, you will:
Patrol assigned areas on foot or in a radio-equipped vehicle
Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls
Enforce federal, state, and local laws
Protect life and property
Engage with the community, investigate crimes, and apprehend suspects
Complete administrative, public information, and complaint duties
Primary Responsibilities
Law Enforcement & Community Policing: Enforce statutes and ordinances to maintain public safety
Conduct routine patrols and proactive crime prevention
Crime Prevention & Investigation: Investigate crimes, interview witnesses, and collect evidence.
Secure crime scenes and coordinate with detectives and forensic units
Traffic & Public Safety: Enforce traffic laws and conduct DUI investigations
Respond to traffic accidents, assist victims, and direct traffic
Emergency Response & Specialized Assignments: Provide backup in critical situations
Serve as a Field Training Officer or receive specialized in-service training as assigned
Administrative & Public Information Duties: Prepare detailed reports of incidents, arrests, and investigations
Exercise independent judgment, tact, and self-control
Minimum Qualifications
Education/Experience (one of the following): Associate's degree or two years of college coursework (60 semester/90 quarter hours)
High-school diploma + three years of law enforcement or corrections experience at a medium-to-large agency
High-school diploma + three years full-time active military service or six years reserve
High-school diploma + five years in the Tampa PD Reserve Force
Equivalent combination of college, related work experience, or Reserve Force service
Certification: Florida Law Enforcement Officer Certification OR enrollment in (and completion of at least half of) an FDLE-approved Basic Recruit Training Program.
Proof of training completion and passing score on the Florida State Law Enforcement Certification exam required.
Licenses & Certification: Valid Florida driver's license upon hire
Special Qualifications: U.S. citizen, at least 21 years of age
Pass a medical examination and drug screen
Compensation: Hourly: $34.64+
Annual Salary Range: $72,000-$78,561
⚠ Special Note: If you currently possess more than one year of out-of-state full-time law enforcement experience within the past eight years, you may qualify for the Florida Equivalency of Training (EOT) program . Please contact GovSource for assistance with sourcing academy dates, pricing, and locations to complete the EOT process.
Worksite address
tampa, FL, 33646, US
Who can apply
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