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Police Officer: Jacksonville Sheriff's Office

EmployerJacksonville Sheriff's Office SectorCity / Local

GovernmentJob TitlePolice

OfficerLocationFLRegionSoutheast
Job StatusFull

POLICE OFFICER

IMMEDIATE POSITIONS AVAILABLE!

This is protective service work in the enforcement of laws and ordinances for the protection of life and property. Work requires knowledge of techniques, methods, and procedures used in law enforcement activities such as restoring and maintaining order, conducting preliminary investi­ga­tions and apprehension of criminals which is acquired through specialized training and on-the-job experience. Contacts require skills in understanding human behavior and those factors which influence or cause behavioral changes and are critical in adversarial and confrontational situations. Work follows standard operating procedures; however, the employee has the latitude to determine what procedure or precedent to follow based on the work situation. Officers are confronted with differing situations which require quick assessment and the use of judgment to resolve the incident at hand. Work is performed in the field in an uncontrolled environment, where risks and hazards are substantial, generally unknown and unpredictable, and possibly uncontrollable.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Not intended to be all inclusive)

· Apprehends and arrests suspects, completes arrest forms, and advises of applicable rights.
· Investigates suspicious activities and enforces laws and ordinances.
· Patrols assigned area to enforce traffic and other vehicular related regulations.
· Responds to complaints concerning violations of laws, automobile accidents, and requests for assistance.
· Interviews persons, prepares reports, and makes disposition or referral as appropriate.
· Watches for and investigates wanted and missing persons, stolen cars, and property.
· Processes crime scenes for evidence; photographs crime scenes, searches for and lifts fingerprints, takes impressions of tire tracks and footprints, and prepares evidence to be presented in court.
· Investigates and checks pawn shops and stores for stolen articles.
· Operates electronic data communications equipment and two-way radio.
· Guards suspects and provides related security services.
· Transports/escorts individuals as appropriate.
· Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Knowledge of law enforcement techniques, methods, and procedures.
· Knowledge of Sheriff's Office Standard Operating Procedures and General Orders.
· Knowledge of Florida Statutes, constitutional law, municipal ordinances, and applicable court decisions.
· Skill in the operation of automobiles, fire-arms, and other law enforcement equipment.
· Ability to read, understand, and apply information to include laws, ordinances, and regulations.
· Ability to prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive reports.
· Ability to firmly, courteously and tactfully handle situations with respect for the rights of others.
· Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships.
· Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively.
· Ability to act quickly and calmly in emergencies.
· Ability to work long hours and withstand physical strains of police work.
· Ability to observe, understand, and recall facts and information.
· Ability to compose and write legibly.
· Ability to pursue, apprehend, and restrain persons.
· Ability to apply personal defense techniques.
· Ability to learn and follow prescribed routines.
· Abili­ty to follow oral and written instructions.
· Ability to communicate effectively in adversarial and confrontational situations.
· Ability to administer basic first aid.

OPEN REQUIREMENTS:

· Must be twenty-one (21) years of age
· Must be a citizen of the United States
· Must not have received a dishonorable or undesir­able discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States
· Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a college or university accredited by the American Council on Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, OR possess three years of accredited education (90 semester/135 quarter hours) with two years of related experience*, OR possess an accredited Associate’s Degree or equivalent (60 semester/90 quarter hours) with four years of related experience.

*Related experience is any combination of experience as a sworn law enforcement officer, active-duty military personnel, or experience with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office “JSO” as a certified bailiff, Corrections Officer, Community Service Officer, or reserve officer. At the discretion of the JSO Chief of Personnel, required experience may be permitted from another agency or from certain civilian classifications within JSO.

· Must be in good physical condition and pass the physical fitness and agility program which includes a physical abilities test
· Possess a valid Florida Drivers license
· be of good moral character; no felony arrest(s) or misdemeanor convictions involving moral character, perjury or false statements and must not have been convicted of a crime involving domestic violence;
· Must pass medical examination which includes a cardio-pulmonary stress test, back X-Ray, EKG, hearing test, and a visual examination to determine that applicant has normal night vision and color vision, good peripheral vision, and is free from any degenerative eye disease
· Must pass psychological screening program
· Must Pass FBAT exam
· Must undergo a background investigation including polygraph examination
· Will be tested for controlled substances prior to employment and may be tested for controlled substances during employment in this classification
· Must complete our hiring process

BENEFITS:

• Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Retirement w/DROP Plan
• Uniforms/Equipment
• College Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays/Military Leave
• Overtime
• Shift Differential Pay
• Longevity Pay/Step Pay Increases
• Educational Pay Incentive
• Promotional Opportunities
• Take Home Car

Salary:


The annual base salary for a starting Police Officer Recruit is currently $36,624.00
After Academy Training, Salary increases to $38,556.00

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Contact:

www.JoinJSO.com

Police Recruiters:

Officer A. W. Latimer

Andy.Latimer@jaxsheriff.org

(904) 713-4870

Officer T. Y. Boyer

Tracey.Boyer@jaxsheriff.org

(904) 713-4870

Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Recruiting Unit

4715 Capper Rd.

Jacksonville, Florida 32218

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Posted by: Deuce

PBC ya know anything about them or Jax?

Ok my ignorance is showing, if they're employees under a Sheriff why are they police officers and not deputies?

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Posted by: 94c

Because the Police patrol the unincorporated areas of Jacksonville and the Deputies are behind the wall where they belong.

As least they do it right down south.

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Posted by: Mitpo62

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Originally Posted by Deuce PBC ya know anything about them or Jax? Ok my ignorance is showing, if they're employees under a Sheriff why are they police officers and not deputies?

This is a "metro" department. What does that mean? They are all under one hat. And it is one large agency, with alot of stuff to do. Nice area of the state too. You're a little further north so it actually cools down in the "winter" months.

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Posted by: PBC FL Cop

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Originally Posted by Deuce PBC ya know anything about them or Jax? Ok my ignorance is showing, if they're employees under a Sheriff why are they police officers and not deputies?

The city of Jacksonville merged with Duval County, so now they are all considered police officers. The same situation exists in Miami-Dade county, where they eliminated the elected sheriff and went to an appointed Director for the Miami-Dade Police Department. The head of the Miami-Dade police has the title of "Director and Metropolitan Sheriff" of Miami-Dade. MDPD badges say "Police Officer" and "Deputy Sheriff" so they retain the authority of both, although deputy sheriff is the higher authority over police officer.


They are the only two counties in Florida, where the sheriff is NOT elected.

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is a large and busy agency, they usually lead the state in homicides every year. The Jacksonville area in very Southern. Two guys from my bureau recently transferred to the Jacksonville Bureau and were in a culture shock. It's a lot less congested than South Florida and the cost of living is cheaper as well. I have to go to Jacksonville next month for the first time, so I'll have a better perspective of the area. It's about a five hour drive from Palm Beach.

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Posted by: j809

Las Vegas MEtro same thing, they merged Las VEgas PD with Clark County Sheriff a while ago.

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Posted by: PBC FL Cop

It seems to be the trend, Indianapolis police recently merged with the Marion County Sheriff's Office as well. It was an interesting how the merger took place. The following link details the coming together of the police and sheriff's office to create the Indianapolis Metro Police Dept.

http://policemerger.indygov.org/

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Posted by: leoinfl

I've heard good things about the Jacksonville area and the force up there. Like MIT said you'll get cooler winters, which is nice down there.

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Posted by: Deuce

Gotcha thanks.

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Posted by: Deuce

[quote=PBC FL Cop] I have to go to Jacksonville next month for the first time, so I'll have a better perspective of the area.quote]


Soo, how was it?? After the last few days I'm ready to go now...

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Posted by: PBC FL Cop

Jacksonville is a very busy city, traffic was horrible and it is also a lot colder than S Florida!!

South Florida is much nicer, I would choose this area over North Florida all day long.

Happy shovelling
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Posted by: WaterPistola

38k in florida is pretty good right?

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Posted by: PBC FL Cop

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Originally Posted by WaterPistola 38k in florida is pretty good right?

Depends on which part of Florida you live in. S FLA, 38k would be tough and it would also depend on the agency and the availability for OT, details etc.

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Posted by: Deuce

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Originally Posted by PBC FL Cop and it is also a lot colder than S Florida!! What, a whole 50 degree's in northern FLA?? Damn that's just awful.. Must feel like the 8 degrees here in Worcester.. Those poor bastards.. Happy shovelling </IMG>

F you too...


So do your buddies still like being with JSO?

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Posted by: PBC FL Cop

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Originally Posted by Deuce F you too... So do your buddies still like being with JSO?

They actually work for a state agency assigned in Jacksonville, not the SO, but they seem to like the area for the most part.

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Posted by: Deuce

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Originally Posted by PBC FL Cop They actually work for a state agency assigned in Jacksonville, not the SO, but they seem to like the area for the most part.

FDLE?

Brought the fam down to St. Johns/St. Augustine a couple months ago. Real nice area, not as hot (that just sounds weird) as southern FL. Kinda suprised us as how expensive the cost of living is. But nice area all the same. We wanted to check out Jax but ran out of time. Maybe next time.

Stay warm bud...

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Posted by: j809

FDLE is like the state FBI.

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Posted by: PBC FL Cop

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Originally Posted by Deuce FDLE? Brought the fam down to St. Johns/St. Augustine a couple months ago. Real nice area, not as hot (that just sounds weird) as southern FL. Kinda suprised us as how expensive the cost of living is. But nice area all the same. We wanted to check out Jax but ran out of time. Maybe next time. Stay warm bud...

Next time come to Palm Beach, I'll give you a S FLA guided tour. 50 degrees in S FLA is a very cold day. This morning I was driving to work and it was 62. I saw people walking their kids to school wearing stocking hats and gloves!! After 6.5yrs here, my blood is starting to thin out too, yesterday it barely reached 75 and I found myself wearing a jacket. Thankfully this weekend it will be back up to 80 where it should be. We had our Xmas gathering today at a Tiki Bar, ya gotta love S FLA


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Posted by: NegroRotary

How about FOrt Lauderdale? they are hiring as well!

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Posted by: PBC FL Cop

Just about every agency in S Florida is hiring and it's 80 here today

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Posted by: NegroRotary

PBC that's not nice lol, its snowing here man, i need to move ASAP

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Posted by: Sgt Jack

PBC do you know if Fort Lauderdale is still having contract issues..I've been toying with the idea of moving down that way for a while now...may do it this spring....

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Posted by: PBC FL Cop

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Originally Posted by Sgt Jack PBC do you know if Fort Lauderdale is still having contract issues..I've been toying with the idea of moving down that way for a while now...may do it this spring....

They were for a while, they even considered merging with BSO. I know they are on a big recruitment right now. It's a buyers market right now and there are a lot of good deals around. BSO is also hiring and they just had a huge administration change, so hopefully things will start to improve over there.

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