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| Job Title: | Sworn Certified Police Officer (10 OPENINGS) |
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| Closing Date/Time: | Continuous |
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$33,000.00 - $52,555.42 Annually |
| Job Type: | Full-Time |
| Location: | 2100 NE 30th Ave., Ocala, Florida |
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| WE ARE RECRUITING FOR 10 FULL-TIME POSITIONS
Protects lives and property of the citizens of Ocala. This is accomplished by aggressively patrolling high crime areas, formulating plans of action to combat criminal activity with the assistance of the citizens. Reports to the Squad Sergeant. |
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| Examples of Duties: | |
| PATROL DUTIES 20% IN/80% OUT: Patrols an assigned area to establish a presence, reduce opportunities for crime, detect criminal activity and render service to the public. Listens to the car radio to receive messages and remains aware of surrounding activities on an assigned shift. Investigates trouble spots in high crime areas and in an assigned patrol area. Remains alert and observant in order to detect anything unusual within the patrol area. Drives patrol car at a high rate of speed in response to emergency or enforcement of situations according to departmental policy. Patrols an assigned area in a patrol car and on foot. Confronts suspects or suspicious persons and takes enforcement action as deemed appropriate. Proceeds to crime scene, accidents, or incidents based on radio message received. Reads maps or follows directions to get to an address or location which requires assistance. Responsible for patrolling assigned area in a "community policing" manner which consists of knowing assigned zone, its geography and trouble spots and knowing the merchants and people. Conducts preliminary investigations. Conducts interviews and interrogations. Locates and questions wit-nesses and potential witnesses when investigating crimes. Determines whether there is probable cause for arrest. Handles crowd control at parades, street events, crime scenes, accident scenes and incidents. Directs traffic using hand signals.
REPORTS 20% IN/80% OUT: Writes accident reports. Writes and dictates reports in a narrative form, describing activities, events, investigations, and enforcement action taken. Completes short incident reports to record events and action taken. Prepares arrest warrants for suspects, presenting sufficient information to record the warrant. Writes application for search warrants, presenting sufficient information to gain legal approval to proceed. Makes field notes in notebook to document activities, conditions and other necessary information. Completes departmental forms to record time worked, overtime, and leave requests. Takes personal notes on assignments and information given by supervisors, and other information such as stolen vehicles and securities. CITIZEN INTERACTION 10% IN/90% OUT: Talks to citizens while on routine patrol to answer their questions and to reflect interest in them and their community. Responds to citizen requests for police service or assistance. Deals with upset and angry people; attempts to calm them and explain procedures. Interacts with persons who have drug problems or alcohol problems. Talks to residents or merchants to establish a presence, identify problems and encourage cooperation. Communicates clearly and politely. Talks with various people in person or by telephone to receive complaints, answer questions or provide information. Notifies parents or guardians of juveniles involved in mischief or taken into custody. TRAINING 50% IN/50% OUT: Practices firearms skills on firing range in order to qualify with service weapon. Practices expandable baton skills in order to qualify on an annual basis. Attends classes, workshops and conferences on police procedures to update and improve skills. Reads court decisions and or changes in statutes, ordinances and legislation to stay informed of changes. Reads and interprets criminal law, operations orders, department policies and procedures. COURT PREPARATION AND TESTIMONY 100% IN: Meets with attorney to provide case facts, discuss evidence, prepare for testimony. Gathers and organizes all records, reports and information needed for court presentation. Testifies in court regarding the facts of the case known first hand, evidence collected, notes and action taken. ATTENDANCE & PERFORMANCE: Required to report to work at the appointed hour, as scheduled, and to work the entire assigned shift. |
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| Typical Qualifications: | |
| High school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate of completion of Police Standards, preferably from the State of Florida. Applications will be accepted from candidates currently enrolled in a Florida Police Standards program.
Professional Licenses: Criminal Justice Standards and Training Certificate Florida Operators Driver's License Residency Requirement: Resident of Marion County Safety Equipment: Bullet proof vest, traffic vest, flashlight, rubber gloves, face mask, and riot helmet. |
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| Supplemental Information: | |
| Ability to absorb and remember facts and information. Ability to write and dictate effectively to produce clear, accurate and understandable reports. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate clearly and politely in oral and written form. Ability to read and comprehend police related materials. Ability to notice details. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively. Ability to handle situations firmly, courteously, tactfully, with respect for the civil rights of all. Ability to testify in court in a professional manner. Ability to learn laws, city ordinances, methods and procedures in applying them effectively. Ability to learn geographical layout of city. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Approximately 50% of these job functions are performed while riding in a patrol vehicle in a patrol car. The remaining time is spent in investigating calls for service at various locations both indoors and outdoors. At times reports and investigations are completed at the district office or the police building. The job functions are performed on a rotating shift schedule. Officers are assigned to a scheduled shift for a 16-week duration. Equipment used consists of a patrol car, handcuffs, expandable baton, police portable radio, mobile radio, pager, lights and sirens, spot light, flashlight, service weapon, fire extinguisher, computer, printer, copier. Immediate supervisor is at the job site 85% of the time, and is also available by police radio and telephone. |
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