POLICE OFFICER CERTIFIED

This is general police work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Police Officers perform work in accordance with the departmental rules and regulations and receive assignments and instructions from police personnel of higher rank. All applicants must meet all requirements of the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission and those of the Plantation Police Department. THE CITY OF PLANTATION WILL FACILITATE REQUIRED TESTING AFTER THE APPLICATION HAS BEEN SCREENED AND THE CANDIDATE HAS PASSED THE ORAL INTERVIEW. Say Hello to a brighter financial future with the City of Plantation and wave Goodbye to your student loans! As a full-time employee with the City of Plantation, you could qualify for the U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program . This incredible opportunity allows you to have your remaining student loan balance completely forgiven after making just 120 qualifying monthly payments. Start building your career and erase your debt—join the City of Plantation today! For more information on our City and Police Department, please visit the following sites: City of Plantation Police Department Information City of Plantation Police Department Facebook Page Key Requirements To Apply, Applicants Must Meet the Following Requirements: U.S. Citizen: Must be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years old at the time of application. Valid Florida Driver’s License: Must have a good driving record. No license suspensions in the last 2 years. No more than 2 suspensions in the last 5 years (unless due to error). No Felony Convictions: Must never have been convicted of a felony or any crime that would question your moral character. Certification and Written Test: If certified by the FDLE, applicants must provide their FDLE certification and pass the Basic Motor Skills and Swim Test (if not previously submitted). If not currently certified as a police officer by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), applicants must possess certification from another federal or state law enforcement agency and submit the academy curriculum . Applicants must also pass the following tests administered by the Broward College Criminal Justice Institute (unless exempt due to qualifications): Basic Motor Skills Test (must be completed within 6 months before application). Swim Test (no time limit). Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (CJ BAT) (must pass within 4 years). Note: The CJ BAT test is waived for applicants with an Associate's Degree or higher, or honorable military discharge . Disqualifying Factors Applicants may be disqualified if they have: DUI or DWI Leaving the scene of an accident (with or without injury) Failure to report an accident involving injuries Failure to render aid at an accident Vehicular homicide Fleeing or eluding a Police Officer Reckless driving More than 2 license suspensions during a 5 year period Any more than 5 moving violations in past 5 years An applicant who shows a history of "at fault" accidents Any failure to disclose any Driver's License information without reasonable explanation Three (3) moving violations committed during any 12 month period within Five (5) years of application date No visible tattoos above the collar are permitted while on duty Body ornamentation shall not be visible or exposed while on duty Required Documents Submit the following documents with your application: Birth Certificate High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent) Social Security Card (current name) Valid Driver’s License Test Results: Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (CJBAT) Basic Motor Skills Test Swim Test Applicant Background Information Form (with notarized signature) Download the form FDLE Waiver CJSTC58 Form (with notarized signature) Download the form DD-214 (if applicable) : Reflecting character of service and Veteran's Preference Certification (FDVA form VP-1), and or Statement of Non-Military Service Download the form Additional Documentation (upon request) 1. Applicants with a college, university, or vocational diploma must have their official transcripts mailed directly to: City of Plantation Police Department 451 NW 70 Terrace Plantation, FL 33317 For certification as a police officer, a high school diploma or its equivalent is required. If an applicant completed their education outside the U.S., the diploma or transcript must show the graduation/completion date and meet U.S. standards. For foreign education: Transcripts must be translated by a certified translator, with the translation notarized as accurate. Transcripts must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service. Approved evaluation services are listed by the U.S. Department of State and the Florida Department of Education. Please note that these services are not free, and applicants are responsible for the cost. NACES | National Association of Credent