FullTime Police Officers

After completion of an initial training period, the employee is responsible for enforcing federal, state and local laws, and performing related police activities. Involved are patrolling an assigned area on foot or in a radio equipped vehicle and performing administrative, public information and/or complaint duties. Under general supervision of a sergeant or other police supervisor, the employee is required to exercise initiative and independent judgment as well as tact, courtesy and self-control in performance of duties. Some positions may include training other police officers when assigned as a field instructor, or receiving in-service training in preparation for promotion or special assignment. Most positions require the employee to work on shifts including nights, weekends and holidays with rotating days off. When assigned to uniform districts: initiates preliminary investigation of incidents requiring police action; appears in court; applies knowledge of departmental policies, rules and regulations and standard operating procedures to situations which occur; responds to and attempts to settle domestic disturbances or refers individuals involved to appropriate social agency; advises citizens on protection of self and property; maintains an awareness of active felons in assigned area, their whereabouts and methods of operation.

When assigned as a field instructor in the districts: trains recruits in duties of police officers as assigned; accompanies recruits to court and gives advice relative to court presentation; recommends end of training period when recruit is considered ready.

When assigned to the selective enforcement unit: participates in crowd and traffic control at major events; participates in stakeouts and surveillance of burglary and robbery targets in high crime areas; performs business license application investigations; assists in processing special event permit applications; works in conjunction with federal, state and other local agencies to coordinate joint police activities; When assigned to marine patrol: enforces navigable water laws within the city limits; makes safety checks for required equipment on all vessels; maintains police boat and all equipment used; patrols all boat races and sailing regattas.

checks impounded vehicles in the computer for stolen notices; Ability to : learn modern police procedures, methods and terminology; civil and criminal laws, police rules and regulations, and standard operating procedures; learn local geography; observe and record incidents clearly and completely and prepare and present clear and concise reports both orally and in writing; learn marine laws and life saving techniques, where required; learn skills associated with the use and care of firearms and the operation of motor vehicles.

High-school diploma and three (3) years of prior law enforcement or corrections experience at a department of medium-to-large size.

• High-school diploma and three (3) years of full-time, active military experience; High-school diploma and five (5) years of experience as a member of the Tampa Police Department Reserve Force.
• An equivalent combination of college education, related work experience, or TPD Reserve Force experience.

Certification: Must possess a State of Florida Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer - OR - be currently enrolled in and have completed at least half of a Law Enforcement Basic Recruit Training Program approved by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards & Training Commission. Proof of successful completion of the Basic Recruit Training and a passing score on the Florida State Law Enforcement Certification exam are required to be eligible for employment.

State of Florida Certificate of Compliance as a Law Enforcement Officer

OR If enrolled in and attending a Law Enforcement Basic Recruit Training Program approved by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards & Training Commission, the following items are required instead:

Proof of enrollment in a Law Enforcement Basic Recruit Training Program approved by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards & Training Commission.

For out-of-state Police Officers and Military Police candidates : Proof of enrollment is required for application to be accepted. Contact the Florida Department of Law Enforcement at View phone number on click.appcast.io or visit the website at: for information on the Equivalency of Training process.

Citizen, at least 21 years of age. - Must satisfactorily pass a medical examination including a drug screen.

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