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. Effective 10/1/25, the starting pay will be $75,182.

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. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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