Please read the job announcement for application submittal requirements. Failure to include ALL documents when submitting an application will result in disqualification of the application.

Under limited supervision; performs general and specialized police work involving the enforcement of laws and ordinances; protecting life and property; detection and arrest of violators; crime prevention; community services or other specialized assignments; and performs related duties as assigned.

In order to participate in the process for Police Officer, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Minimum of 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED. Education will be verified using the Education requirement listed below.
• United States Citizen.
• State of Florida Certified Police Officer OR
• Currently attending or accepted in a State of Florida Criminal Justice Basic Recruit Training Program.
• Successfully complete the Criminal Justice Institute physical agility test from a state accredited facility within one (1) year of application closing date; OR successfully complete the City of West Palm Beach physical agility test on May 19 & 20, 2023.
• Valid State of Florida Driver's License. A valid driver's license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized upon application with the ability to obtain a State of Florida driver's license before hire date.
• Completed Supplemental Application.
• Required documents uploaded to your account.
• Registered with the selective service.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Have a stable work history free of repeated disciplinary actions, suspensions, terminations, and resignations.
• Free of convictions involving domestic abuse or violence.
• Free of convictions of any felony.
• Free of convictions and violations pertaining to Florida Department of Law Enforcement Good Moral Character guidelines.
• Free of misdemeanor convictions involving perjury or false statements.
• Free of convictions or plea of nolo contendere to any 1st or 2nd degree misdemeanor within the last three (3) years.
• Have not been dishonorably discharged from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.
• Must present proof of automobile insurance upon offer of employment.
• Have not been convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol or control substances in the preceding 5 year period in Florida or any other state.
• Have not had a Driver's license suspended under the point system in the past 5 years, as provided for in the Florida Statue, Chapter 322.
• Have not been convicted of 3 moving violations in the preceding 36 months in Florida or any other state.
• The applicant must list ALL moving violation tickets, even if this information is not included on the "Complete" driver history record from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. Failure to disclose this information regarding your driving history may be grounds for removing the candidate from the process .
• Have not used marijuana in the three (3) years prior to employment application closing date; all other illegal drug use five (5) years prior to employment application closing date.
• Have not failed the background within one year of application closing date; or psychological evaluation or post offer physical, drug and alcohol screening within one year from failure date.

• a public education institution in the State of Florida or any State or Territory of the United States; or
• an institution accredited by an accrediting organization that is recognized by the Florida Department of Education or the U.S. Department of Education; or
• an institution that is accredited by an organization that is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• an institution whose degree or certification is accepted by institutions identified in either a), b), or c), above, for the purpose of admission to institutions identified in either a), b), or c) above.

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  City of West Palm Beach Police Department Tattoo Policy
• ALL tattoos must be covered during official court proceedings, award ceremonies, or any official police proceedings deemed by the Chief of Police or designee.
• The following visible markings are prohibited:
  Any marking located on the head, face, neck (above the collarbone, hands (below the wrist bone).
  Tattoos or other markings that promote racism/discrimination, indecency, extremist or supremacist philosophies, lawlessness, violence, or sexually explicit materials

Application Process for Police Officer: Failure to complete any of the required steps below will disqualify your application. The selection process also consists of an evaluation of training, education, complete driving history and review of attendance records.

• Employment Application - On-line
• Screening of Application - Ensures each candidate meets minimum posting requirements and standards.
• Pre-background check: driver license, criminal history and credit.
• Swim Test/tattoo inspection: May 19 & 20, 2023 at Warren Hawkins Aquatic Center located at 1501 N Australian Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL . An email will be sent to qualified applicants to schedule the swim test. A completed physician's clearance form is required the date of the test.
• Physical agility test May 19 & 20, 2023 at Gaines Park facility located at 1501 N Australian Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL. An email will be sent to qualified applicants to schedule the PAT. A completed physician's clearance form is required the date of the test.
• Fingerprints
• Structured oral interview - Week of May 22, 2023 - minimum qualifying score is required to continue in the hiring process.
• CVSA - Computer Voice Stress Analyzer
• Ride Along Participation - Each candidate is required to complete two (2) ride along.
• Background Investigation - In accordance with West Palm Beach Police Department and Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Standards.
• Interview with Chief of Police
• Conditional Offer of Employment Letter
• Post Offer Psychological Examination
• Post Offer Physical, Drug & Alcohol Screening
• Approval By Chief of Police, or designee
• Start Date