Police Officer

POLICE OFFICER

Police Department

The Village is currently accepting applications for a full-time Police Officer. This position protects life and property, enforces federal, state and local laws, investigates criminal activity and responds to emergency/non-emergency situations.

Open until filled. The current starting pay is $66,532.86, and negotiations have commenced between the Village and the PBA for a new 3-year contract, to take effect 10/1/2025.

NOTE: In addition to submitting your intent via this job portal, interested parties must complete the Police Application form on the Employment Opportunities page of the Village’s website (www.tequesta.org) and email to [email protected], along with the required documentation.  Applicants who have not completed Florida basic police officer academy training will not be considered and neither will applications without the fully completed package. 

• Be 21 years of age or older


• Have a high school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by completion of basic police officer training academy


• Have U.S. citizenship


• Be able to pass a medical examination


• Be able to pass a thorough background check


• Possess a valid Florida driver’s license or be able to obtain one prior to employment

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to perform work requiring little supervision


• Good physical condition


• Sound conflict resolution skills


• Sound oral and written communication skills


• Technical competence with computers

Benefits:

• Vacation leave (0-4 years = 2 weeks; 5-9 years = 3 weeks; 10 years+ = 4 weeks)


• Personal days (3 days annually)


• Paid holidays (13 days annually)


• Sick leave (96 hours annually)


• Defined Benefit retirement plan with 6% employee contribution


• Life, Health and Dental Insurance (individual Health/Dental coverages at 100%)


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

 Deadline: Open until filled.