POLICE OFFICER CERTIFIED id-3919

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Description



This is general police work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Police Officers perform work in accordance with the departmental rules and regulations and receive assignments and instructions from police personnel of higher rank. All applicants must meet all requirements of the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission and those of the Plantation Police Department.

THE CITY OF PLANTATION WILL FACILITATE REQUIRED TESTING AFTER THE APPLICATION HAS BEEN SCREENED AND THE CANDIDATE HAS PASSED THE ORAL INTERVIEW.

Examples of Duties





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For more information on our City and Police Department, please visit the following sites:

City of Plantation Police Department Information
City of Plantation Police Department Facebook Page


 

Typical Qualifications

 

Key Requirements

To Apply, Applicants Must Meet the Following Requirements:
  • U.S. Citizen: Must be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years old at the time of application.
  • Valid Florida Driver’s License: Must have a good driving record.
    • No license suspensions in the last 2 years.
    • No more than 2 suspensions in the last 5 years (unless due to error).
  • No Felony Convictions: Must never have been convicted of a felony or any crime that would question your moral character.
  • Certification and Written Test:
    • If certified by the FDLE, applicants must provide their FDLE certification and pass the Basic Motor Skills and Swim Test (if not previously submitted).
    • If not currently certified as a police officer by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), applicants must possess certification from another federal or state law enforcement agency and submit the academy curriculum.
    • Applicants must also pass the following tests administered by the Broward College Criminal Justice Institute (unless exempt due to qualifications):
      • Basic Motor Skills Test (must be completed within 6 months before application).
      • Swim Test (no time limit).
      • Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (CJ BAT) (must pass within 4 years). Note: The CJ BAT test is waived for applicants with an Associate's Degree or higher, or honorable military discharge.

Disqualifying Factors

Applicants may be disqualified if they have:
  • DUI or DWI
  • Leaving the scene of an accident (with or without injury)
  • Failure to report an accident involving injuries
  • Failure to render aid at an accident
  • Vehicular homicide
  • Fleeing or eluding a Police Officer
  • Reckless driving
  • More than 2 license suspensions during a 5 year period
  • Any more than 5 moving violations in past 5 years
  • An applicant who shows a history of "at fault" accidents
  • Any failure to disclose any Driver's License information without reasonable explanation
  • Three (3) moving violations committed during any 12 month period within Five (5) years of application date

Required Documents
Submit the following documents with your application:
  • Birth Certificate
  • High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent)
  • Social Security Card (current name)
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Test Results:
    • Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (CJBAT)
    • Basic Motor Skills Test
    • Swim Test
  • Applicant Background Information Form (with notarized signature) Download the form
  • FDLE Waiver CJSTC58 Form (with notarized signature) Download the form
  • DD-214 (if applicable): Reflecting character of service and Veteran's Preference Certification (FDVA form VP-1), and or Statement of Non-Military Service Download the form
Additional Documentation (upon request)
1. Applicants with a college, university, or vocational diploma must have their official transcripts mailed directly to:

City of Plantation Police Department
451 NW 70 Terrace
Plantation, FL 33317

For certification as a police officer, a high school diploma or its equivalent is required. If an applicant completed their education outside the U.S., the diploma or transcript must show the graduation/completion date and meet U.S. standards.
For foreign education:
  • Transcripts must be translated by a certified translator, with the translation notarized as accurate.
  • Transcripts must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service.
Approved evaluation services are listed by the U.S. Department of State and the Florida Department of Education. Please note that these services are not free, and applicants are responsible for the cost.

NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services

Association of International Credential Evaluators. Inc. (aice-eval.org)

2. All legal documents indicating all name changes, including, but not limited to:
  • Marriage License
  • Divorce Decree
  • Court documents indicating name change
3. If a naturalized citizen, original naturalization papers must be shown at the Human Resources Department. DO NOT copy Certificate of Naturalization (Federal Offense).

4. State Police Standards Certificate: State certification as a Police or Corrections Officer including certificates, diplomas, grade reports, transcripts and curricula, which will be used to evaluate for equivalency of training.

5. If you have ever been arrested or charged with any crime as an adult, a copy of the court's disposition MUST be included with the application.

Testing Selection Process:
  • Testing Requirements: Applicants must pass all required pre-employment tests, which may take up to one year to complete. If an applicant fails any part of the process, they will not move forward in the selection process but may reapply after one year from the failure date.
  • Required Tests:
    • CJ BAT Test: Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (must pass within 4 years).
    • Basic Motor Skills Test and Swim Test: Applicants must present a signed Physician’s Statement for the Basic Motor Skills Test, completed by a Florida-licensed physician within 90 days prior to the test.
  • The City of Plantation will facilitate testing after your application is reviewed and you've passed the oral interview.
  • Oral Board: Only applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will proceed to the oral interview.
  • Required Testing: Certified applicants by FDLE only need to take the Basic Motor Skills and Swim Test (if not already submitted). Non-certified applicants must complete all required tests.
  • CVSA Examination: Following a conditional job offer, applicants will undergo a polygraph examination assessing:
    • Past criminal activity.
    • Honesty and completeness of application statements.
    • Use or sale of illegal drugs.
  • Background Investigation: Applicants must sign a release for a background check, including criminal history, moral character, employment history, and military service.
  • Psychological Evaluation: Applicants will undergo a psychological evaluation to assess their mental and emotional fitness for the position.
  • Medical Examination: Applicants will be examined by a designated physician. If deemed physically unfit for the role, the conditional offer will be revoked.
  • Drug Testing: All applicants will be tested for drugs and alcohol. If any unauthorized substances are detected, the conditional offer will be revoked.
  • Personal Interview: Applicants who pass the previous steps will be scheduled for a final interview with the Chief of Police.
Note: This information is subject to change without prior notice.
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