Police Officer Trainee

Do you want to be a part of the team that makes the City of Palm Beach Gardens the signature place to live, learn, work and play? We provide world class services, parks, community centers, athletic fields, golf, tennis and pickleball, and public safety.  This can only happen when the best, brightest, talented, and committed individuals work for our City.  We encourage like-minded individuals to apply to join our culture of excellence as part of our team!  Come join our family!

Summary

This is a full-time position to be used to attend and successfully complete the Florida Comparative Compliance Course or the Florida Basic Police Recruit Academy, as appropriate in the police department’s field training program

Essential Function Duties and Responsibilities

• Attend and successfully complete the Florida Comparative Compliance Course or the Florida Basic Police Recruit Academy, as appropriate
• Successfully pass the State of Florida Police Officer Certification Examination
• Participate in departmental training as requested
• Performs any other related work as requested

Minimum Qualifications

• A citizen of the United States
• As least 19 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent, and
• Must possess a valid State of Florida driver's license with clean driving record by the date of hire
• Must have no convictions of any felony or any misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement or domestic violence.
• Must have no dishonorable discharge from any of the armed forces of the United States.
• Must be of good moral character as determined by a background investigation.

Special Qualifications/Preferences

Additional Provision:

• Any person selected for this position will be required to execute a sponsorship agreement and agree to reimburse the City for law enforcement academy expenses should employment cease prior to 36 months of employment as a certified police officer.
• Any current employee who accepts the position of Police Trainee will continue to receive the same benefits that he/she was receiving prior to accepting the Police Trainee position.
• Any current employee who accepts the position of Police Trainee will maintain her/her current employment status.