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A complete list of law enforcement positions in the NORTH Region of the State of Florida can be found below.  Each vacancy is listed by agency within the appropriate county.

North Region

Alachua 
Baker 
Bradford 
Citrus 
Columbia 

    City of Lake City
    205 North Marion Avenue
    Lake City, FL 32055
    Phone:  (386) 719-5806
    Contact:  Carrie Correia
    E-mail Address:  correiac@lcfla.com
    Website Address:  www.lcfla.com
    Position:  
    Chief of Police
    Educational Requirements:  Associate Degree
    Salary Range:  $49,771.12 - $77,145.24  DOQ

    The City of lake City, located in northern Florida's Columbia County, (Population approximately 12,000) is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Chief of Police.  This Professional law enforcement position consists of responsible administrative and technical police work in the direction of personnel and activities of the police department.  Of the 65 department members 45 are sworn officers.  Work is performed under the general direction of the City Manager.
    Salary range for the position is $49,771.12 - $77,145.24, depending on qualifications.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • Knowledge of the principles and practices of modern police administration and crime prevention, including police records and their application to the solution of police problems.
    • Knowledge of controlling laws and ordinances and the standards by which the quality of police service is evaluated.
    • Knowledge of the organization and functions of the City departments and of the County, State and Federal law enforcement, regulatory and licensing agencies.
    • Knowledge of effective management practices, and the ability to plan, assign, direct, supervise and provide strong leadership to the department.
    • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other City officials, the media and the public; ability to establish and maintain good public relations.
    • Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and to make good quality decisions.
    • Ability to assess, select and promote quality people and make decisions regarding complaints, terminations and other disciplinary actions.

    Education and Experience:
    • Must have an Associates Degree in Criminology, Law Enforcement or related field.
    • Ten (10) years in Law Enforcement and responsible administrative positions; three (3) years of which must have been at the level of Chief or Assistant Chief in a comparable department.
    • History of successfully setting and accomplishing goals and objectives.

    Certification and License Requirements:
    • Certification as a law enforcement officer in Florida or the ability to attain such certification in a reasonable amount of time after appointment.
    • Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License.

    The City offers a generous benefits package including health, dental and life insurances. The City offers a generous local police pension plan.  Resumes along with salary history and up to five references must be submitted by e-mail or fax no later than July 31, 2009 to City of Lake City, Carrie Correia, Director of Human Resources.  E-Mail: correiac@lcfla.com  Fax: (386) 758-5490

    Ad Expires 7/31/09

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Dixie 
Duval 

    Atlantic Beach Police Department
    850 Seminole Road
    Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
    Phone:  (904) 247-5859
    Contact:  Sgt. David Cameron
    E-mail Address:  dcameron@coab.us
    Website Address:  www.coab.us
    Position: 
    Police Officer
    Educational Requirements:  High School Graduate or GED

    Entrance Requirements:

    • U.S. citizenship
    • Minimum 21 years of age
    • High school diploma or G.E.D.
    • Valid Florida license at time of employment
    • Good physical condition
    • Good moral character
    • No felony convictions
    • Military discharge, if applicable, must be under honorable conditions
    • No smokers or other use of tobacco products
    • Prefer state certified police officer in Florida or experienced as a police officer in another state
    • Must be willing to work different shifts, weekends and holidays

    Salary & Benefits:
      Starting Patrol Salary:  $39,071
      Additional salary compensations may include Florida State Salary Incentive Program (up to $130.00 per month), College Education (up to $1,200.00 annually), and increased starting pay considered if prior police officer experience.
      Currently forty-two hour work week (12 hour shifts).
      Full uniform & equipment issuance including body armor, firearm, & dry cleaning.
      Overtime at 1 ½ pay.
      College tuition and book reimbursement program.
      Paid training (state required and department approved).
      Take home car (when eligible).
      Paid membership at local fitness center.

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    Click Here for additional additional benefits (Leave, Insurance, Holidays, Pension, etc.)

    Specialized Unit Opportunities Include: (most include add pays)
    • SWAT (5% when engaged in specific SWAT functions)
    • General Crimes Detective (10%)
    • Detective in the Crime Suppression Unit (narcotic and vice) (10%)
    • Field Training Unit (10% when performing FTO related activities)
    • Traffic Enforcement Unit
    • (COPS) Community Oriented Policing Unit (Bike Patrol)

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Flagler 
Gilchrist 
Hamilton 
Lafayette 
Lake 
Levy 
Marion 
Nassau 
Putnam 
St. Johns 
Suwannee 
Union 
Volusia 

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