Overview
Law Enforcement Officer Trainee Jobs in Tampa, Florida, USA at University of South Florida
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position will attend a 22-week Police Academy. The University of South Florida Police Department will cover costs for the Police Academy including all books, materials, and uniforms (excluding footwear). Those selected for hire will receive pay and full benefits during this training period. After this training is completed, their salary increases to the salary of a certified Law Enforcement Officer.
POSITION
QUALIFICATIONS:
MINIMUM:
This position must meet the requirements of Chapter 943.13, Florida Statutes.
FLSB
1310 Equivalency:
4 years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
6 years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for a master’s degree.
PREFERRED:
Bachelor’s Degree.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS:
Pursuant to Florida State Statute 943.16, a trainee who attends such approved training program at the expense of an employing agency must remain in the employment or appointment of such employing agency for a period of not less than 2 years after graduation from the basic recruit training program. If employment or appointment is terminated on the trainee’s own initiative within 2 years, he or she shall reimburse the employing agency for the full cost of his or her tuition and other course expenses.
The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report’s national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state’s 12 public universities.
USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.
Working at USF:
With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region. At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees. We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities.
We also offer a first-class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.
To learn more about working at USF please visit:
Work Here. Learn Here. Grow Here.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Studies and successfully completes Basic Recruit Academy curriculum which includes but is not limited to Florida law, Evidence handling, Traffic Crash investigations, Mental Health, First Aid, etc.
Demonstrates proficiency in the following areas:
Law enforcement vehicle operations, Criminal Justice firearms, Criminal Justice Defensive Tactics, Dart-firing stun gun, and Criminal Justice physical fitness.
This position is considered as essential personnel. Essential personnel provide vital support to the University of South Florida and are subject to recall to work when deemed necessary by the Chief of Police/designee. Recall to work typically happens due to an emergency, disaster or special event that may coincide with the official suspension of classes and/or closing of offices.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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Title: Law Enforcement Officer Trainee
Company: University of South Florida
Location: Tampa, Florida, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Police Officer)
