Police Officer

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The MASCOTTE POLICE DEPARTMENT is seeking a qualified individual for immediate employment as a full time POLICE OFFICER - Florida certification as a police officer is required. Salary: $57002.00 annually Closing Date: Until Filled

Benefits

• Salary Range
• Free medical insurance for employees - dental and vision available.
• 11 paid holidays & two personal days annually.
• Personal Time Off; 0-5 years: 192 hours annually.
• City 401(a) contribution / 10% of salary per year; vesting after 5 years of service.
• Uniform and equipment provided.
• Annual shoe reimbursement.
• Take home vehicle upon completion of field training.
• Work Cycle - officers work 12 hours shift schedule that rotates every four months.
• Special Detail Pay $50 per hour.

Information

City of Mascotte, Florida The City of Mascotte is a growing municipality located in beautiful Lake County, Florida. The City is approximately 10 square miles with an estimated population of 7,500. Mascotte is primarily a residential community with a very small central business district area. The City is governed by a five (5) person council, all are elected at-large. The City Manager is the chief administrative and executive officer of the city and its operations.

Police Department The City of Mascotte Police Department is staffed with 18 sworn officers and three civilian employees. Communications are provided by the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.

General Description Performs professional law enforcement work to maintain order to protect the public, maintain law and order in the community, detect and prevent crime, direct and control traffic, and investigate and apprehend suspects involved in criminal activity.

Qualifications

The City of Mascotte is seeking experienced police officers to provide professional law enforcement service in our community.

Requirements:

All applicants MUST:

• Be a Florida Certified Police Officer.
• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Be at least twenty (20) years of age.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED). Military applicants must present proof of honorable discharge or release.
• Possess a valid driver’s license from any U.S. state at time of application provided, prior to appointment, a valid State of Florida Class E, or higher, Driver License is obtained.
• Be of good moral character pursuant to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, (FDLE) with no felony convictions. No misdemeanor convictions involving “moral turpitude”.
• Possess a valid Florida driver’s license.
• Have a safe driving record.

Selection:

Applicants meeting the above requirements must successfully pass an administrative interview, comprehensive background investigation, psychological test and medical examination (including drug screen).

If you have any questions please contact Lt. Villafane at 352-557-8893

THE CITY OF MASCOTTE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER & DRUG FREE WORKPLACE