Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: 66,532.86
POLICE OFFICER
Police Department
The Village is currently accepting applications for a full-time Police Officer. This position protects life and property, enforces federal, state and local laws, investigates criminal activity and responds to emergency/non-emergency situations.
Open until filled. The current starting pay is $66,532.86, and negotiations have commenced between the Village and the PBA for a new 3-year contract, to take effect 10/1/2025.
NOTE: In addition to submitting your intentvia this job portal, interested parties must complete the Police Application form on the Employment Opportunities page of the Villages website (www.tequesta.org) and email to mdaniele@tequesta.org, along with the required documentation. Applicants who have not completed Florida basic police officer academy training will not be consideredand neither willapplications without the fully completed package.
- Be 21 years of age or older
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by completion of basic police officer training academy
- Have U.S. citizenship
- Be able to pass a medical examination
- Be able to pass a thorough background check
- Possess a valid Florida drivers license or be able to obtain one prior to employment
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated ability to perform work requiring little supervision
- Good physical condition
- Sound conflict resolution skills
- Sound oral and written communication skills
- Technical competence with computers
Benefits:
- Vacation leave (0-4 years = 2 weeks; 5-9 years = 3 weeks; 10 years+ = 4 weeks)
- Personal days (3 days annually)
- Paid holidays (13 days annually)
- Sick leave (96 hours annually)
- Defined Benefitretirement plan with 6% employee contribution
- Life, Health and Dental Insurance (individual Health/Dental coverages at 100%)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Deadline: Open until filled.