Qualifications

We are not accepting applications from non-certified out of state applicants at this time. You may apply if you are certified in another state and meet the Florida Equivalency of Training (EOT) Requirements. Check back in January of 2009.

Each applicant must meet the following minimum requirements:

Be at least 21 years of age and a citizen of the United States.
Not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, or have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the United States Armed Forces. Additional restrictions apply to no contest pleas in criminal cases.
Pass a departmental physical based upon the standards defined by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission.
Have good moral character as determined by a background investigation.
Complete a basic recruit training program.
Achieve an acceptable score on officer certification examination.
Have processed fingerprints on file with the department.
Submit an affidavit attesting to the compliance of the above standards.
A two-year college degree is preferred.

Fulfillment of these qualifications only means that the applicant has earned the ability to submit an application. The candidates who best suit the needs of the department and the city will be selected for probationary employment on a case-by-case basis.

Telecommunications Operator Employment Qualifications
Each applicant must meet the following minimum requirements:

Be at least 18 years of age and a citizen of the United States.
Ability to pass typing test (35+ words per minute).
Not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, or have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the United States Armed Forces. Additional restrictions apply to no contest pleas in criminal cases.
Have good moral character as determined by a background investigation.
Have processed fingerprints on file with the department.

Community Service Aide Employment Qualifications
Each applicant must meet the following minimum requirements:

Be at least 19 years of age and a citizen of the United States.
Not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, or have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the United States Armed Forces. Additional restrictions apply to no contest pleas in criminal cases.
Pass a departmental physical based upon the standards defined by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission.
Have good moral character as determined by a background investigation.
Have processed fingerprints on file with the department.