Part-time Police Officer

Police Officer

Under general supervision of a Sergeant, performs a wide variety of police and law enforcement activities. Tasks are primarily service oriented and include dispensing information, arbitrating disputes, aiding through referrals, property protection, crime prevention, and other public safety services. Duties include an element of personal danger, exposure to adverse weather conditions, apprehending criminals and directing traffic. Incumbents perform duties in accordance with Florida State Statutes and established departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines. The incumbent must be able to act without close supervision and must be able to exercise independent judgment. Work is reviewed through observation, conferences and review of written reports for results obtained and adherence to established policies and procedures.

Examples of essential functions include :

• Conducts routine preventative patrol in designated areas of the city.
• Responds to calls for police service, acts upon observing a circumstance or situation requiring police attention and wears required issued equipment.
• Provides information and / or assistant to the public.
• Maintains the peace and safety of the community.
• Provides for the safe and convenient flow of traffic and pedestrians within the community.
• Enforces laws and makes arrests.
• Prepares written reports, forms, and other documents as required.
• Keeps supervisors informed.
• Testifies in legal proceedings.
• Provides support and assistance to other police officers, public safety employees, city employees.

Minimum qualifications include a high school graduate or G.E.D., meeting current state training requirements necessary to obtain the State of Florida police officer certification, successfully complete tenure as a probationary officer, and must possess a current Florida driver's license.

This position is considered "Mission Critical" (aka "Essential") and is required to report to duty before, during, and immediately after a civil emergency. The City of Stuart is a tobacco-free / vaping-free workplace. All applicants must attest that they have not used tobacco or nicotine products for the preceding 3-month period from the date of application. Candidates chosen for positions with the City of Stuart must undergo pre-employment screening to include verification of their non-use of tobacco or nicotine products in order to be considered for employment. The City of Stuart is An Equal Opportunity Employer ADA / VP / DFWP / TFWP.