General Description
This is a training position in which the incumbent will attend the Law Enforcement Academy. The trainee will be responsible for completing the City Police Officer Trainee Program and will become a certified police officer for the City.
Police Officers, under general direction, perform duties -- such as foot patrol and motorized patrol within the City of Casselberry; prevent crime; detect and arrest the perpetrators of crimes; regulate traffic; provide public assistance; perform all additional functions for the rank as prescribed by relevant laws, city ordinances, departmental rules and regulations, orders and directives of the Police Department.
IMPORTANT !! - YOU MUST READ THE SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION TO DETERMINE YOUR APPLICATION ELIGIBILITY:
Examples Of Essential Functions
- Completes the Trainee Program.
- Attends and successfully completes the Law Enforcement Academy.
- Prepares for and successfully passes the State of Florida Law Enforcement Certification Examination.
- Completes prescribed law enforcement training program.
Typical Qualifications
- Be at least 19 years of age for law enforcement and correctional probation.
- Be at least 18 years of age for corrections.
- Be a citizen of the United States.
- Have earned a high school graduate or equivalent (GED).
- Have not been convicted of any felony or of any misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement.
- Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to, or is found guilty of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, shall not be eligible for employment or appointment as an officer, not-withstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication.
- Have never received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United State.
- Have good moral character.
- Have successfully completed the Florida Basic Recruit Training Program for the respective discipline or completed the Equivalency of Training process.
- Have achieved a passing score on the State Officer Certification Examination.
- Have been fingerprinted by the employing agency with prints processed by the FDLE and the FBI.
- Have successfully passed a background investigation, to include drug testing.
- Have passed a physical examination by a licensed physician, physician assistant, or certified advanced registered nurse practitioner.
- - Qualify in a physical fitness test.
- - Qualify in an oral review board.
- - Qualify in a CVSA interview/examination.
- - Qualify in a physical examination and medical testing administered by the City of Casselberry approved agent prior to employment.
- - Qualify in a drug screen test.
- - Qualify in a psychological fitness test administered by the City of Casselberry approved agent prior to employment.
Supplemental Information
Application Process
- Applicants MUST complete the On-line Application and the Supplement Questions. If you do not have access to a computer with Internet, there is one available at your local library.
- The Recruitment Section will review your On-line Application and the Supplemental Questions. If you do not meet the minimum standards, you will be notified. If you do meet the minimum standards, you will be notified and an Application Packet will be E-mailed to you.
- The Application Packet must be completed either in Adobe and printed or printed and typed. Handwritten documents WILL NOT be accepted. The Application Packet must be complete with all required documents attached, signed, notarized (where applicable) and returned to the Casselberry Police Department by the designated date.
- The Recruitment Section will review your Application Packet. If you do not meet the minimum standards, you will be notified. If you do meet the minimum standards, you will be notified and invited to participate in the oral board interview, submit a writing sample, and take the Physical Abilities Test.
- The oral board interview and writing sample will be conducted in the Casselberry Police Department multi-purpose room at a predetermined date. Applicants that successfully pass the oral board interview and writing sample will be permitted to complete the PAT (Physical Abilities Test).
- The PAT will follow the oral board interview and writing sample. The PAT will be at Secret Lake Park (Maps and directions will be provided). Applicants will be notified immediately of their test time. (The parameters of the PAT are available from the Casselberry Police Department)
- The Recruitment Section will compile all applicants' files and select the applicants that are going to be sent for a background review, held for further consideration or removed from the process. All applicants will be notified of their status.
- The background process will be handled by the Support Services Corporal and the Casselberry Investigations Section. This process will include, but is not limited to a voice stress examination; a fingerprint comparison; a neighborhood check and a review of the history concerning your employment, driving, credit, criminal history and drug usage. Dates and times associated with this process is at the discretion of the background investigators. Applicants with acceptable backgrounds will advance to the Chief's Interview.
- The Chief's Interview will be conducted at the discretion of the Chief of Police. The Chief's Administrative Services Coordinator will contact the applicant to schedule the interview. The Chief of Police will select applicants that are going to be recommended for Conditional Employment Offers, held for further consideration or removed from the process. All applicants will be notified of their status by E-mail or phone call.
- Applicants that are given a Conditional Employment Offer will be advanced to the final step.
- The final step consists of a medical physical, drug screen and physiological review of the applicant. Applicants that fail any part of this step will be removed from employment consideration. Applicants that pass all parts of this step will be authorized for a full-time position with the Casselberry Police Department. The Support Services Sergeant will coordinate the starting date with the new officer and the City of Casselberry Human Resources department.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE AT: http://www.casselberry.org
The City of Casselberry offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
Medical Insurance: The City of Casselberry contributes significantly toward employee health insurance premiums. Dependent coverage is available at an additional cost, with a portion covered by the City. Employees who meet certain wellness criteria, including non-tobacco use and biometric screenings, may qualify for health insurance discounts.
Dental Insurance: We offer both DHMO and PPO dental plans.
Vision Insurance: Vision coverage is available through an optional plan.
Voluntary Benefits: Optional group discount plans are available for:
- Short-term disability (STD)
- Accident/critical illness, and cancer insurance
- LegalShield services
Benefits Paid For By The City
- Voluntary life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment (ADD)
- Paid long-term disability is provided after one year of employment.
Retirement
- 401a Plan: The City contributes 10% of an employee’s salary.
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan: The City matches 100% of an employee’s voluntary contribution, up to 4% of their annual salary.
- Roth
Paid Time Off
- 11 paid holidays per year (10 hours per day)
- Paid annual leave and sick leave
- Paid bereavement leave, jury duty leave, and military leave
Education & Professional Development
- Education reimbursement after one year of employment
- Tuition reimbursement up to $2,400 annually
- Certification incentives
Additional Benefits:
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs
- Professional development opportunities
- Probationary increases
- 2% residency incentive pay for Casselberry residents
- Wellness Health Incentive Program
The City of Casselberry is an equal opportunity employer, a veteran preference provider, and a drug-free workplace.
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Police Officer Trainee Applicant, the following questions are going to give the Casselberry Police Department an overview of you, your background, and determine if you meet the minimum standards for employment. EACH and EVERY question must be answered. If the question does not apply to you, select NO or Not Applicable. DO NOT leave it blank. If you do not understand the question, please do not submit your application at this time. Contact the Casselberry Recruiting Section first. Do you understand these instructions?
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This Police Officer Trainee position is only for applicants that have NOT completed nor are currently attending a Florida Law Enforcement Academy. If you have completed or are currently attending the academy, please return to the employment web-page and complete the Police Officer application. Do you understand this posting is to apply ONLY for the Police Officer Trainee position?
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The police academy training program is held Monday through Thursday, from 6:45 am to 6:00 pm, with occasional weekend days. (10 hour days, 4 days a week) Are you able to commit to that schedule?
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Are you willing and able to work days, nights, overtime, weekends, holidays, prior to, during and after man made and natural disasters and during and after other public safety and law enforcement related incidents?
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The City of Casselberry agrees to pay a sum not to exceed $3600.00 for the Law Enforcement Academy tuition costs. Also, the City will pay for academy uniforms and provide necessary equipment and supplies. Do you agree to those conditions?
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While you attend the law enforcement academy, the City of Casselberry will pay you an hourly wage for a 40-hour week in line with the academy training schedule. Overtime will be paid as required by law, when necessary for training purposes. The City of Casselberry will provide you with the same benefits as a general (non-union) employee, which will be described to you in detail during new employee orientation. Do you agree to accept this?
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To be accepted for this paid sponsorship to the police academy, after you complete the law enforcement academy, pass the Florida State Officer Certification Exam, and have been promoted to the rank of Police Officer, you are required to work for the Casselberry Police Department for four a minimum of (4) years. Are you willing to commit to that requirement?
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If, by your will, you fail to complete the law enforcement academy, fail to pass the Florida State Officer Certification Exam, or leave the department before the conclusion of the four (4) year commitment, you will be obligated to reimburse the City of Casselberry for any and all costs incurred by the City for the law enforcement academy tuition, academy expenses, training, uniforms, equipment, and supplies paid for by the City. Are you willing to commit to those requirements?
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Please indicate any of the following Law Enforcement related jobs/positions that you are/have been employed as. (Check all that apply)
- None
- Part-Time Law Enforcement Officer
- Full-Time Law Enforcement Officer
- Part-Time Law Enforcement Dispatcher
- Full-Time Law Enforcement Dispatcher
- Part-Time Corrections Officer
- Full-Time Corrections Officer
- Part-Time Community/Field Service Officer
- Full-Time Community/FIeld Service Officer
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Please list all Florida law enforcement agencies you have applied to in the past year and your current application/processing status with them.
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Concerning your current/previous law enforcement related position, did you complete your probation period?
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If you are a current member of a law enforcement agency, are you currently under an internal investigation or have an internal investigation pending?
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Concerning your previous law enforcement related position, did you leave the agency while under internal investigation, resign in lieu of being a subject of an internal investigation or resign in lieu of being terminated?
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Are you at least 19 years of age?
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Are you a United States Citizen?
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Have you earned a High School Diploma or GED?
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If you have education beyond a high school diploma or GED, select the option below that best describes your highest level of advanced education achieved.
- None
- Some Technical College
- Technical College Certificate
- Some College
- AA/AS Degree
- BA/BS Degree
- Masters Degree
- Doctorate Degree
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If you speak multiple languages, please list the language(s) you are fluent in.
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Please indicate your United States Military experience. (Check all that apply)
- ROTC-High School
- ROTC - College Level
- National Guard
- Air Force
- Army
- Coast Guard
- Marines
- Navy
- Part-Time Reservist
- Full-Time Active Duty
- Not Applicable (Never in the military)
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If you are or were in the military, what type of discharge did you receive?
- Honorable Discharge
- Dishonorable
- Less Than Honorable
- Uncharacterized
- Not Applicable (Never in the military)
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Please indicate the type of United States Military service you participated in.
- Part-Time Reservist
- Full-Time Active Duty
- Both
- Not Applicable (Never in the military)
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Are you claiming veteran's preference? (If so, you must contact Sergeant Ron Phillips at rgphillips@casselberry.org within 3 days of applying for the required paperwork).
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Other than out of state applicants, do you possess a valid Florida driver's license (Florida resident)?
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Out of state applicants, do you possess a valid drivers license from your home state?
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If you have ever held an out-of-state driver's license, please list the dates held, the state, and the driver's license number.
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Out of state applicants, upon a conditional offer of employment, are you able to obtain a valid Florida driver's license prior to starting employment?
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Not including parking or toll violations, have you ever received a traffic citation?
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Have you been cited for (3) three or more moving violations in the past (2) years?
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Please list all traffic citations you have received in the last three years to today's date, including jurisdiction, reason, and disposition. If none, please write "N/A".
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With the exception of driving under the influence related suspensions and habitual traffic offender suspensions, have your driving privileges been suspended within the last (2) two years?
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If your license was suspended within the last (2) two years, was the suspension due to an insurance related reason or issued in error by the Drivers License Bureau? (Confirmation documentation will be required)
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Has your driving privileges been suspended within the last (5) five years for any driving under the influence related or habitual traffic offender related reasons?
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Concerning the previous questions related to your driving privilege being suspended, if you answered "yes" to any of the questions, please explain the dates, agency/court, reason for suspension, and disposition. If this question does not pertain to you, please write "N/A".
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Have you ever been arrested, charged with any crime, issued a notice to appear, or been issued a criminal citation?
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Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, false statements, perjury or domestic violence?
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Have you ever been convicted of a felony?
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Please list all arrests, criminal charges, notices to appear, or criminal citations you have been involved with, including dates, jurisdiction, and disposition. If none, answer N/A. Additionally, please be prepared to provide copies of your court paperwork if you are selected to proceed in the hiring process.
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Have you ever used any illegal drug, including marijuana/cannabis?
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Have you used marijuana within the last year?
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With the exception of marijuana, have you ever illegally used any controlled substance listed under Florida Statute 893 within the last (5) Five years?
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Have you ever illegally used any Opiate or Hallucinogenic or any of its derivatives listed under Florida Statute 893?
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If you answered yes to any of the previous questions, please list all illegal drugs you have used in your lifetime, including when you first used, when you last used, and how many times you used each drug.
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Have you ever cultivated, manufactured or sold any Opiate, Hallucinogenic, Cocaine or any of its derivatives listed under Florida Statute 893?
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With the exception of any Opiate, Hallucinogenic, Cocaine or any of its derivatives listed under Florida Statute 893, have you ever cultivated, manufactured or sold any controlled substance listed under Florida Statute 893 within the last (5) five years?
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To be hired, the use of tobacco, vaping, or use of similar product, including but not limited to a lighted cigarette, cigar, pipe, or used an electronic or "e-cigarette." or used any smokeless tobacco products including but not limited to chewing tobacco, snuff or dip must cease prior to your first working day. Do you understand this tobacco free requirement?
