Police Officer Uncertified (Police Cadet)

The Plantation Police Department is seeking qualified individuals for the position of Police Officer. This role involves the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Police Officers follow departmental rules and regulations, receiving instructions from higher-ranking police personnel.

Note

This position is designated as "ESSENTIAL" during declared emergencies and requires National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the appropriate level.

All applicants must meet all requirements of the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission and those of the Plantation Police Department.

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HOW TO APPLY VIDEO

KEY REQUIRMENTS

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.
• Physical & Written Tests:
• Must pass tests at Broward College Criminal Justice Institute:
• Basic Motor Skills Test
• Swim Test
• Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (CJBAT) (Note: CJBAT is not required for those with an Associate's degree or higher or military veterans with an Honorable 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 Credential Evaluation Services

Association of International Credential Evaluators. Inc. (aice-eval.org)

2. All legal documents indicating all name changes, including, but not limited to:

• Marriage License
• Divorce Decree
• Court documents indicating name change

3. If a naturalized citizen, original naturalization papers must be shown at the Human Resources Department. DO NOT copy Certificate of Naturalization (Federal Offense).

4. State Police Standards Certificate: State certification as a Police or Corrections Officer including certificates, diplomas, grade reports, transcripts and curricula, which will be used to evaluate for equivalency of training.

5. If you have ever been arrested or charged with any crime as an adult, a copy of the court's disposition MUST be included with the application.

TESTING

Applicants must pass all pre-employment tests. The process may take up to 1 year.

If you fail any part of the selection process, you can reapply after 1 year.

• Basic Abilities Test (CJBAT)
• Basic Motor Skills Test
• Swim Test

Important

To take the Basic Motor Skills Test, you will need a physician’s statement confirming your physical fitness (valid within 90 days).

SELECTION PROCESS

Oral Board Interview: Application reviewed and meets minimum experience with demonstrated employment history.
Computer based skills testing: Assesses selective attention, speech recognition, written comprehension, and critical thinking.
CVSA Examination (Polygraph): Includes questi