LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER - 71002644

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• LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER - 71002644
• Date: Oct 16, 2026

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• Requisition No: 876986
• Agency: Department of Law Enforcement
• Working Title: LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER - 71002644
• Pay Plan: Career Service
• Position Number: 71002644
• Salary: $60,000.20
• Posting Closing Date: 12/31/2026
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• LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
• CAPITOL POLICE

Open-Competitive Opportunity for Certified or Ready to Certify Candidates Only:

Position Summary

Capitol Police was created for the purpose of serving as a specially trained and highly effective law enforcement agency serving the safety and security needs of both the legislative and executive branches of state government. Possible assignments and career opportunities include:

• Uniform Patrol providing 24/7 coverage;
• Directed Patrol Unit (Bicycle Patrols / Community Policing / Crime Prevention);
• Drone Operations;
• Explosives Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit;
• EOD K-9 Unit;
• Honor Guard;
• Investigations Unit;
• Special Operations Team (SOT);
• Promotional Opportunities (Sergeant / Investigator / Lieutenant / Captain); and
• Protective Operations Detail (POS).

Specific duties include

• Maintaining protection of the Capitol Complex;
• Responding to complaints relating to criminal activity or security threats within the Capitol Complex and within the responsibility of the department pursuant to Chapter 943, Florida Statutes;
• Enforcing Florida Statutes as they relate to the security and protection of the Capitol Complex;
• Complying with and maintaining knowledge of all departmental policies and standard operation procedures;
• Projecting a professional demeanor while performing assigned duties;
• Maintaining communications via radio while on duty;
• Attending in-service and specialized training; and
• Conducting other assignments as required.
• To be considered as a potential candidate, you must meet the minimum qualifications(s) listed below. Degrees must be from an accredited college or university as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Requirements Per Florida State Statute 943.13

• United States citizen;
• High school graduate or equivalent;
• Minimum of 19 years old;
• Possess a valid driver license;
• Not convicted of any felony or any misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement;
• No dishonorable discharge from any of the United States Armed Forces;
• Be of good moral character; and
• Have passed a physical examination by a licensed medical specialist, approved in Rule 11B-27.002(1)(d), F.A.C.

Required Certification

Certified Florida Law Enforcement Officer; Possess a passing score on the State of Florida Law Enforcement Certification Examination and be eligible to receive the Law Enforcement Certification; or completed the Florida Equivalency of Training (CJSTC 76) and be eligible to receive the Law Enforcement Certification in accordance with Section 943.13, Florida Statutes, or

Currently in a law enforcement academy, has military experience or an out-of-state law enforcement officer eligible for equivalency of training. Applicants meeting this requirement will be considered but will not be processed until the applicant has successfully completed the academy or equivalency of training requirements and successfully passed the State of Florida Law Enforcement Officer examination by the closing date of this requisition.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles of correct grammar usage;
• Skill in operating motor vehicles;
• Ability to understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures;
• Ability to work in dangerous and stressful situations;
• Ability to interact with individuals and critical situations in an effective manner;
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments;
• Ability to collect and evaluate data;
• Ability to probe and obtain critical facts;
• Ability to describe facts and events accurately;
• Ability to prepare reports;
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; and
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Base Salary

Starting salary will be hired at $60,000.20 annually and increases are granted based upon appropriations as determined by the Florida Legislature.

How You Will Grow

• FDLE recognizes the importance of growth and success while fostering a family-oriented work environment.
• We encourage our members to seek opportunities for professional growth through training, team building, and mentoring.
• Our four Fundamental Values of Service, Integrity, Respect and Quality will guide you as you embark on a lifelong career at FDLE.

Our Salary & Benefits

Starting salary will be the minimum of the class pay range, unless otherwise dictated by FDLE’s pay policy. FDLE is a State of Florida Employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave;
• HMO and PPO health insurance options with premiums starting as low as $50 per month;
• $25,000 in automatic life insurance coverage;
• Multiple supplemental insurance options including dental, vision, disability and more;
• Pension and investment retirement plan options;
• Tax deferred medical and childcare reimbursement accounts; and
• State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program.

Sworn Salary Incentives

Criminal Justice Incentive Pay (CJIP) is a salary incentive which pays up to $130.00 per month (based on college degrees and completion of salary incentive courses); and $500.00 annual uniform allowance. A sealed certified copy of your transcript(s) is needed to verify your eligibility for the CJIP Salary Incentive.

Hiring Process

You will be evaluated for this job based on your previous knowledge and experience. Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience, and education. Your qualifications will be based on knowledge, skills, and abilities and other elements relevant to this position supported by the information in your application.

Qualifying questions will only be credited if verifiable by the information provided on your application including specifically required software/computer skills. You may be contacted to participate in a selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, and interviews. You may be notified by email to participate in a selection process.

Failure to reply within a designated timeframe may exclude you from further consideration. Future vacancies may be filled from this position advertisement.

Components of the sworn hiring process include the following

• Completion of Electronic Application Process;
• Oral Interview Board;
• Written Exercise;
• Physical Abilities Test;
• Completion and Submission of the FDLE Supplemental Application Packet;
• Comprehensive Background Investigation;
• Psychological Examination;
• Colonel Interview;
• Electronic Fingerprint Submission; and
• Drug Screen.

Background

This information will be utilized to make the final hiring decision.

Notes

All applicants must reside or be willing to relocate within 50 miles of The Capitol Building at the time of employment.

All applicants will be required to sign a two-year employment training reimbursement agreement. If the agreement is not satisfied, reimbursement for the cost of training will be required.

All applicants must be able to work shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Reminders

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be cancelled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

The State of Florida hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.

If you have any questions about the hiring process, please send your inquiries to

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.

Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here

. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

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