OPEN REQUIREMENTS:
- Applicants must be at least nineteen (19) years of age and meet the following State required minimum qualifications: a. Be a citizen of the United States; b. Not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, c. Not have received a dishonorable or undesirable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States, d. Have processed fingerprints on file; e. Pass medical examination which includes cardio-pulmonary stress test, back X-ray, hearing test, EKG, and visual examination to determine that applicant has normal night vision and color vision, good peripheral vision, and is free from any degenerative eye disease; f. Pass a thorough background investigation including polygraph and psychological testing; g. Be of good moral character; h. Be tested for controlled substances and pass; i. Execute and submit an "Affidavit of Applicant" form attesting to compliance with these requirements; j. Have earned a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- The probationary period for this class is twelve(12) months. This classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment, random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonville’s Drug Free Workplace Policy (0401).
LICENSING/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:
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Certificate of Recognition / Compliance / Comparative Compliance in Law Enforcement is required prior to appointment and must be maintained. Must pass and maintain the FLA Law Enforcement Officer Certification.
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Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license during employment in this class. Must qualify for, obtain, and maintain a City of Jacksonville public driver certification for employment in this class.
The City of Jacksonville is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and will provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants in compliance with all applicable federal and state employment laws and the current interpretation of employment discrimination by the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, as set forth in Directive 0528. There shall be no discrimination or harassment against any person with regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, political affiliation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other impermissible factor in recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, placement, promotion, discipline, demotion, transfers, layoff, recall, termination, working conditions and related terms and conditions of employment.
