Police Officer (Certified) -$7,500 Signing Bonus

The City of Coconut Creek has been spotlighted as one of the "Best Cities to Live in America" by Money Magazine and a Top Ten Place to Live in Florida by Movoto and NerdWallet. This past year, we were awarded the Honorable Culture of Well-Being by Cigna and ranked #7 Healthiest Employer to Work For in the medium-sized company category by South Florida Business Journal. Our City is home to the Seminole Casino Coconut Creek, Butterfly World, and the Coconut Creek Promenade. Every one of our business owners and 61,000 residents rely on our awesome 400+ employees. Are you ready to be one of us? If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of others and serving the public; if you are innovative, progressive, dedicated, and looking for a workplace where you belong, consider applying to join our Coconut Creek family. Position Summary: Performs entry-level specialized work in law enforcement for the Police Department. Work is normally performed under the supervision of a ranking or senior officer; however, a Police Officer is frequently required to use independent judgment and discretion. Quality of performance is reviewed constantly by supervisors. Work involves responsibility for the rapid and efficient performance of specialized duties under normal and emergency conditions and may involve threats to personal safety and/or life. The selected candidate must have one of these completed prior to employment: - Successful completion of basic recruit training at a certified Police Academy and possess a current certification from the State of Florida as a Law Enforcement Officer as described under Chapter 943, Florida Statutes (F.S.) or - Currently enrolled in a State of Florida Police Academy and will have successfully completed all required profiles of that Academy and will be able to obtain a Florida Law Enforcement Certification prior to employment or - Successful completion of basic recruit training at a certified Police Academy (out of state) with the ability to obtain a certification from the State of Florida as a Law Enforcement Officer as described under Chapter 943, Florida Statutes (F.S.) Job Requirements: A criminal history check, including FCIC/NCIC, and a driving record check shall be conducted for all applicants as part of the application process. Any applicant who does not meet Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC) requirements or City of Coconut Creek Police Department standards shall not be eligible for further consideration. Updated Tattoo Policy: Tattoos that are visible while in uniform are allowed, provided they meet the Department's standards of professionalism. If you have questions about our tattoo policy, please contact us. Current Salary Rates FY26: October 5, 2025 - October 3, 2026 Step Hourly Annual Trainee $29.44 N/A 0 $34.44 $75,216.96 1 $35.82 $78,225.64 2 $37.47 $81,824.02 3 $38.96 $85,096.98 4 $40.76 $89,011.44 5 $42.81 $93,494.06 6 $44.52 $97,233.82 7 $46.57 $101,706.57 8 $48.43 $105,774.84 9 $50.66 $110,640.48 10 $53.21 $116,210.64 *Hourly rate is subject to increase due to special assignments and shift differentials per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. **NEW** Florida Recruitment Program $5,000 Signing Bonus for New Florida Certified Officers & $1,000 Reimbursement for EOT $7500 Signing Bonus for EXPERIENCED Florida State Certified Law Enforcement Officer Candidates Eligibility - You must be presently employed as a law enforcement officer, hold current certification as a Law Enforcement Officer in the State of Florida AND have a minimum of ONE (1) YEAR full-time sworn, law enforcement experience (in the State of Florida immediately prior to your application date). *Former City of Coconut Creek Police Officers are not eligible for the signing bonus. Payment - $7,500 shall be paid upon hire. Repayment (0 - 1) year of completed service: If you fail to complete one (1) year of service, the $7,500 signing bonus must be paid back in full. (1 -2) years of completed service: If you complete one (1) year of service but fail to complete two (2) years of service, you must repay 50% of the signing bonus. *Subject to applicable payroll taxes. Monies stated above are subject to repayment if the new hire separates employment within the first two (2) years of employment. This bonus program may be discontinued without notice, at any time. Please be advised that if you are extended a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to provide information regarding the frequency of controlled substance use. The following documents MUST be attached to the online application at the time of submittal in order for your application to be considered: Copy of HS diploma or equivalent Copy of Law Enforcement Certification, if this is your first sworn employment - a copy of passing score on the State Officer Certification Examination or proof of currently enrolled in the police academy Passing test scores on the swim test and Basic Motor Skills Test (Agility) Copy of a valid driver's license Certified copies of driving history for all driver's licenses issued (Can be acquired from the County Clerk of Courts for FL Residents) Proof of United States Citizenship Copy of DD214 (if applicable) Copies of all court dispositions for criminal and civil law convictions (if applicable) Applications received without any of the documents listed above will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be processed further. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the classification. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Engages in law enforcement patrol functions that includes working rotating shifts, which includes, but is not l