Top 10 Police officer Jobs in Cocoa, Fl

Police Officer Trainee
City of Cocoa —Cocoa, FL
- $21.27 an hour
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Office
- Ability to climb stairs
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Police Officer
City of Cocoa —Cocoa, FL
- $26.52 an hour
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Ability to climb stairs
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
POLICE OFFICER
CITY OF COCOA BEACH —Cocoa Beach, FL
- From $53,430.12 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Police Officer
City of Melbourne, FL —Melbourne, FL
- $27.91 - $42.48 an hour
- Extended hours
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- English
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Law Enforcement Officer (Recruit)
GovSource —Cocoa, FL
- $21.27 an hour
- Extended hours
- Pass drug screening
- English
- High school diploma or GED
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Police Officer
Town of Indialantic —Indialantic, FL
- $54,272 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- In-person
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Full-Time Police Officer
City of Satellite Beach —Satellite Beach, FL
- $53,320.82 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Vision insurance
Police Officer
City of West Melbourne —West Melbourne, FL
- $58,850 - $91,230 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
Law Enforcement Officer (Certified)
GovSource —Cocoa, FL
- $26.52 an hour
- Extended hours
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
Quick Apply
Police Officer In Training
City of West Melbourne —West Melbourne, FL
- $20.21 an hour
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License

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Police Officer Trainee
City of Cocoa —Cocoa, FL
For positions requiring the operation of City vehicles, must possess a valid current Florida driver's license, or be able to acquire one within 45 days of hire.
$21.27 an hour
Police Officer
City of Cocoa —Cocoa, FL
Responds to calls involving criminal violations, secures scene to restore peace and protect evidence, calls for assistance as needed, interviews complainants…
$26.52 an hour

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Police Officer (ENTRY LEVEL)
City of Grandview Heights —Grandview Heights, OH
US Citizen: Yes or otherwise authorized to work in the United States High School Grad/GED: Yes Valid OHIO State Driver's License: Yes (or able to obtain a valid…
$33.19 - $56.94 an hour
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City of Whitehall, OH —Whitehall, OH
Valid US driver's license. Must acquire, develop and maintain the ability to interpret and apply principles, concepts, methods, laws, ordinances, and techniques…
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Police Officer Trainee

City of Cocoa -
Cocoa, FL

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Job Details

Full-time
$21.27 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Salary

$21.27 Hourly

Location

Cocoa, FL

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-015

Department

Police / Administration

Opening Date

10/10/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of a police officer, or any other qualified member of the Cocoa Police Department, performs a variety of law enforcement and administrative duties in preparation for transfer to a Police Officer position. This class is characterized by continued development of academic and professional knowledge as required by the Basic Police Recruit Training curriculum and the professional requirements of the City of Cocoa for Police Officers. Duties and hours are varied. Flexibility is required. This position is a non-sworn position in the Police Department. Incumbent in this position must be currently enrolled or accepted in a Florida Police Recruit Academy at an approved Community College and must satisfactorily pass all requirements that lead to the possession of the Florida Police Officer Standards and Training Certification prior becoming candidates for the sworn position of Police Officer. Work is performed alongside a Certified Police Officer under the general supervision of the Police Sergeant or Lieutenant, performs general public duties by enforcing laws and ordinances and aiding the general public for the City of Cocoa.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

This is a trainee-level position, and incumbents are expected to successfully complete the Law Enforcement Recruit Academy and transition to Police Officer or be terminated from the position.
When trainees are not actively engaged in academy courses, they will perform office related duties during normal business hours to include such things as copying, faxing, scanning, answering the phone, and assisting with other clerical duties. In addition, trainees may attend various training exercises and observation events.
The majority of position duties are required to be performed on-site.
Regular, dependable, and punctual attendance is a requirement of this job.
Essential Employees may be required to work during a declared or undeclared emergency.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of department rules and regulations, department written directives, police report writing, and law enforcement procedures and operations.
Knowledge of federal, state and city criminal laws and ordinances and criminal justice system operations.
Skill in the use of a variety of computer programs, including Microsoft Office, and various other office equipment.
Ability to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to write technical reports and correspondence, observe and record events accurately and completely, and pay attention to details.
Ability to read wide range of technical literature.
Ability to handle routine public contacts and maintain a sense of personal integrity.
Ability to follow verbal directions with little or no supervision.
Ability to maintain physical fitness.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED certificate and enrolled in an accredited law enforcement academy.

Special Qualifications:
Must be at least 19 years of age by the completion of the Law Enforcement Academy and be a citizen of the United States. Must be capable of passing a comprehensive background investigation, including but not limited to a polygraph/CVSA, physical, and drug screen. Must not have been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude. Must meet the minimum qualifications according to the Florida Statute 943.13. Must complete the Police Officer academy and pass the State Officer Certification within six (6) months of starting an academy.

For positions requiring the operation of City vehicles, must possess a valid current Florida driver's license, or be able to acquire one within 45 days of hire.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is generally medium and may require exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally and up to 50 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:

Balancing: Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces.
Climbing: Ability to ascend or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and poles, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
Crawling: Ability to move about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
Crouching: Ability to frequently bend the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
Kneeling: Ability to frequently bend legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
Lifting: Ability to frequently lift and move objects
Dexterity: Primarily with fingers, as in picking, pinching, or typing
Mental Acuity: Ability to make rational decisions.
Pulling / Pushing: Ability to occasionally move objects up to 100 pounds.
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
Speaking / Talking: Ability to communicate clearly, accurately and concisely through speech.
Standing: Ability to stand for sustained periods of time.
Visual Acuity: Ability to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and/or extensive reading, operating motor vehicles; including color, depth perception, and field vision.
Walking: Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances and for moving from one work site to another.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in an environment, with multiple physical hazards, requiring regular decision-making that could lead to major community or organizational consequences if timely and appropriate decisions are not made.

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