Police Officer - Certified

Police Officer

All police officers hired will start at $29.28 / hour $60,902.40 / annual rate. The salary shown on this posting is a range; BUT everyone, regardless of years of service, whether in Florida or Out of State, will start at $25.80 / hour. We do not offer lateral, year for year, or monetary compensation for prior years of law enforcement service. Candidate must be proficient in the English language, both verbally and written. Responsible for the protection of the public through the enforcement of State laws and City ordinances. This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

New hires may be eligible for several state benefits under Florida House Bill 3 These state benefits include, but are not limited to :

• Recruitment Bonus : A one-time Florida Law Enforcement Recruitment Bonus of up to $5,000
• Sign-On Bonus : A $5,000 sign on bonus will be awarded to successful applicants. The sign-on incentive bonus is required to be repaid to the city in full, should the candidate leave employment of the city voluntarily OR involuntarily within 2 years of the candidates' original hire date.
• Housing Stipend : $500.00 monthly stipend to be paid to sworn FMPD officers who's physically occupied, primary residence is located within the Fort Myers City Limits. Contact HR for details
• Sponsorship : The City of Fort Myers is offering sponsorship through the Southwest Florida Public Service Academy to eligible candidates. The city will pay tuition costs for the full law enforcement academy or equivalency of training course.

Perks and Benefits :

This posting shall remain open until all positions are filled. This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt Safety Sensitive : YES Level II Screening : NO

Responsibilities and Reporting During an Emergency Situation : Essential Employees may be required to work during a declared emergency. Depending on the nature of the emergency, this may require working around the clock for several days on short notice. Non Essential Employees will not be required to work during a declared emergency. The employee's Department Head will determine when the employee will be required to work.

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Physical Demands and Working Conditions :

Work performed is primarily : Heavy work : Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects

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