City of Pembroke Pines
Police Department
Backgrounds & Selections Investigator
Job Announcement # 24-01-01
***40 hours per week
$1,000 Sign on Bonus Effective February 27, 2024 - June 30, 2024 *Terms & Conditions apply
Come to our JOB FAIR Thursday April 4, 2024 at the Charles Dodge City Center 4-8pm.
Under the direction of the Division assigned, responsible for various administrative and non-law enforcement functions, such as, but not limited to, recruitment, background investigations, staff inspections, community affairs, training, emergency management, grant research, information technology, etc., (based on assignment). Work is performed in compliance with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement Guidelines as well as the adopted Policies and Procedures of the Pembroke Pines Police Department.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Maintain all departmental personnel files to include evaluations, commendations, reviews, change of status forms, current emergency contact information.
Per FDLE Guidelines, Operation and maintenance of Livescan program.
The recruitment and selection of Police Department personnel, Reserve Officers, School Resource Officers and Civilian Personnel.
Conduct a thorough background investigation on all applicants to include Police, Reserve Police, School Resource Officers, and civilian positions within the Police Department, Public Safety Dispatch Applicants and College Interns.
The background investigations include the following steps:
Review all applications and conduct pre-screen interviews to assure minimum standards and job requirements
Administer 3-panel Oral Board
Administer Livescan submission and records retention in compliance with FDLE
Schedule polygraph, psychological evaluation
Conduct complete background on all applicants to include, local check, employment verification, neighborhood check, credit check, comprehensive checks and driving history
Prepare summary of background findings and submit for command review
Coordinate with Human Resources Department in all aspects of the hiring procedures
Flexibility to assist within an area/unit assigned to Professional Standards
Maintain and continuously update all Sworn Police Officer Certifications with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
Perform information technology related tasks as directed.
Perform various administrative tasks as directed.
Perform various community related tasks as directed.
Perform any and all functions, projects, tasks, etc. as directed by the Police Chief and/or designee.
REQUIREMENTS- Training and Experience:
High School Diploma or G.E.D., (5) Five years SWORN Law Enforcement Experience, preferably (3) three years in an investigative, personnel or training capacity.
KNOWLEDGE ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Knowledge of Investigative principles and practices.
Knowledge of Training, Staff Development and Staff Accreditation principles and practices.
Maintain Testing Certifications.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City Departments, Public Agencies and the general public. Ability to observe and detect potential problems.
Submit the online POLICE EMPLOYMENT application with original signatures and COPIES of required documents or complete printed application and turn into Security at the front desk: Charles Dodge City Center, 601 City Center Way, Pembroke Pines Fl 33025
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations must contact Human Resources.
The City of Pembroke Pines is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Work Place.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $44,033.00 - $71,760.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Sworn Law Enforcement: 5 years (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person