Top 15 Police Jobs in Winter Haven Fl

Police Academy - Recruit
City of Bartow —Bartow, FL
- $23.28 - $31.37 an hour
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Analysis skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Police Records Clerk
City of Bartow —Bartow, FL
- $18.48 - $25.59 an hour
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Dual Academy Trainee
Polk County Sheriff's Office —Winter Haven, FL
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
Police Technology and Equipment Specialist
City of Bartow —Bartow, FL
- $23.27 - $35.91 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Computer Science
- Word processing
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Detention Deputy
Polk County Sheriff's Office —Winter Haven, FL
- $66,341.18 - $84,404.32 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Carpentry
- Customer service
- Basic math
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
POLICE OFFICER
CITY OF LAKE WALES —Lake Wales, FL
- $23.41 an hour
- Rotating shift
- Writing skills
- Maintenance
- English
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Part Time Deputy Sheriff
Polk County Sheriff's Office —Winter Haven, FL
- $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- Basic math
- English
Police Officer
City of Haines City —Haines City, FL
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Public speaking
- Research
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Deputy Associate Staff Attorney
Polk County Sheriff's Office —Winter Haven, FL
- $92,586.83 - $109,964.19 a year
- Email
- Public speaking
- No experience needed
- English
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Police Officer
City of Lake Alfred —Lake Alfred, FL
- $47,582 - $54,595 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
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LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II - 43005155
The State of Florida —Lakeland, FL
- $60,000 - $63,000 a year
- On call
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Police Lieutenant, Patrol Division
City of Lake Alfred —Lake Alfred, FL
- $79,676 - $86,244 a year
- Extended hours
- Office
- Driver's License
- Mentoring
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
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Food Service Specialist
Polk County Sheriff's Office —Winter Haven, FL
- $42,383.54 - $57,764.30 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Part Time Court Process Server
Polk County Sheriff's Office —Bartow, FL
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- No experience needed
Records Specialist ( City of Pembroke Pines Police Department)
FC SERVICES LLC —Pembroke, FL
- $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Basic math
- Office
- Windows
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Part Time Deputy Sheriff
Polk County Sheriff's Office —Winter Haven, FL
Valid Florida driver’s license. Works with a great deal of autonomy requiring discretion and field decision-making. Conduct active patrol in assigned area.
$21 an hour
Detention Deputy
Polk County Sheriff's Office —Winter Haven, FL
Valid Florida driver's license. Dual certification required for K-9 assignment. Prefer experience in corrections, security or social work fields.
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Police Academy - Recruit

City of Bartow -
Bartow, FL

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Job Details

Full-time
$23.28 - $31.37 an hour
3 days ago

Benefits

457(b)
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Batons
Phone communication
Employee relationship building
Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence
Radio communication systems
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Safety equipment

Full Job Description

Job Summary

This is entry-level law enforcement work for training to become a Police Officer. The primary function of an employee in this classification is to successfully complete the Florida Criminal Justice Academy Police Officer program and the Criminal Justice Standards & Training Commission Police Officer State Certification Exam. Upon successfully completing the Police Academy/Criminal Justice Academy and the State Certification Exam, this employee will be promoted to the position of Police Officer with the Bartow Police Department. Performance is reviewed through class work, exams, attendance, participation, and observations by superiors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Obtains Criminal Justice Standards and passes State Certification Examination.
Develops knowledge and proficiency in interpreting Federal, State, and Local laws, ordinances, and Police Department policies and regulations.
Develops skill and proficiency in the use and care of firearms and all other equipment used to perform the duties of a law enforcement officer.
Attends work on a continuous and regular basis.
Meets Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC) requirements, including moral character (Florida Rule 11B-27.0011)
Position may be designated as Emergency and Essential by Department Director.
Performs related work as required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to satisfactorily pass Police Academy standards for graduation, pass Florida State Officer Certification Exam and qualify for State certification and promotion to Police Officer.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with training instructors, superiors, fellow employees, classmates and the general public.
Ability to learn about Federal, State, and Local laws, ordinances, and Police Department policies and regulations.
Ability to understand and fulfill oral and written instructions.
Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies, objectively analyze the situation and determine and execute the proper course of action.
Ability to obtain and properly document relevant and accurate information through interview, interrogation, and observation.
Ability to develop skills in the use and care of firearms and all other equipment used to perform the duties of a law enforcement officer.
Ability to learn proper law enforcement methods and techniques employed by qualified Police Officers.
Ability to learn how to present professional testimony in judicial proceedings.
Ability to handle difficult situations firmly, courteously, tactfully, impartially, and with respect for the rights of others.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED from an accredited school or training facility; preference may be given to applicants with an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university. ENROLLED and ACCEPTED into or currently attending a Florida Commission approved Basic Law Enforcement Academy or Correctional Officer Cross-Over Training to Florida Law Enforcement Academy with an academy start date no later than 60 days from the date of application. Has met the requirements for the Commission Comparable Compliance Equivalency of Training Program or has been ENROLLED and ACCEPTED into or currently attending the Commission Comparable Compliance, Equivalency of Training Program with an academy start date no later than 60 days from the date of application.

Licenses, Certifications, Special Requirements:

Valid Florida Driver’s License required
Must maintain a valid telephone number.
Applicants will be required to pass an extensive background investigation, including, but not limited to, a polygraph exam, physical agility test, drug screening examination, physical exam, psychological testing, credit checks, etc., before being offered employment as a Police Academy Recruit.
If the applicant becomes physically or mentally unable to safely and satisfactorily complete the training Academy, the City will terminate the payment and forgo further expenditures for training. The City may pursue all means and actions, as authorized by law, to obtain reimbursement from all other funds due from him/her to the City.
Applicant must be currently attending a Florida CJST Police Academy or scheduled to attend within 30 – 60 days prior to being offered employment as a Police Academy Recruit.
Applicant shall reimburse the City on a pro-rata basis for costs of tuition for basic recruit training, other course expenses, and police certification examination if the applicant leaves employment within the first four (4) years of becoming a Police Officer with The City of Bartow.

Physical and Mental Demands:
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, as established in the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Essential Physical Skills:

Requires active work that involves walking, running, and standing most of the time, regular exerting up to 150 pounds of force, and routine keyboard operations.
Requires the ability to wear/carry up to 30 lbs. of equipment continuously.
The job risks exposure to pathogens, extreme hot/cold temperatures, diverse weather conditions, heights, violence, dusts, pollens, traffic, and electricity.
The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, and texture perception.
Hearing ability sufficiently to understand radio transmissions and conversations with other individuals in person and over a telephone.
Speaking ability sufficient to communicate effectively with other individuals in person, over the telephone, and over the radio.
Requires the ability to operate a vehicle in normal and emergency conditions, daytime, night-time, and adverse weather.
Requires dexterity and grip strength to operate law enforcement equipment such as firearms, handcuffs, radios, batons, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Requires the ability to wear and/or operate personal protective equipment as required, including, but not limited to, belts, ballistic vests, ballistic shields, and ballistic helmets.
Requires the physical capabilities to safely and effectively perform the requirements of a Training Academy Recruit.

Mental Demands:

Must be able to pass mandated psychological testing to perform duties and responsibilities of the position.
Required to use written and oral communication skills.
Requires the ability to read and interpret data, information and documents.

Requires the ability to solve complex problems.

Requires the ability to work under deadlines with constant interruptions.
Requires the emotional and mental capabilities to safely and effectively perform the requirements of a Training Academy Recruit.
Requires the ability to maintain a state of awareness and vigilance commensurate with officer safety responsibilities.

Supplemental Information

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The job risks exposure to pathogens, extreme hot/cold temperatures, diverse weather conditions, heights, violence, dusts, pollens, traffic, and electricity.
Work may require exposure to hazardous conditions and noxious chemicals.

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Performs other related duties as assigned.

All City of Bartow employees are considered EOC essential in times of emergency. An e-role will be provided to each employee when an emergency is declared.

As a City of Bartow employee, you are a public servant of a local entity and are responsible to adhere to the Florida State Statute governing the Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees Florida State Statute Chapter 112. Additionally, all Bartow employees are subject to Chapter 119 of the Florida State Statutes which governs public records.

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