Summary

Police Supplemental Package
Applicants who submit a complete Supplemental Packet and meet the minimum qualifications for the position, may be selected for an Oral Board. The Oral Board is a panel interview.

STEP 5: EXTENDED BACKGROUND and REVIEW PROCESS
Applicants who pass their Oral Board, may be selected to move into the Extended Background phase of the selection process. During this phase, candidates undergo an extensive background investigation and participate in the following exams: psychological, polygraph, medical and Urine/toxicology. Applicants who successfully complete the Extended Background phase are presented to the Hiring Review Board. The Board has the authority to approve or reject the hire of the Police Officer candidate.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

DURATION OF SELECTION PROCESS:
The duration of the selection process is approximately 3 to 5 months from the date of the Oral Board. Applicants must pass each phase of the selection process to the satisfaction of the Coral Gables Police Department and The City of Coral Gable to be considered for employment.

REAPPLICATION PROCESS:
An applicant who does not pass any part of the selection process and is disqualified, may reapply one year from the date of the candidate's online application.

POLICE OFFICER BENEFITS:

• Police Academy Paid by the City
• Take-Home Vehicle
• Supportive Community
• Health, Dental and Life Insurance
• Pension
• Education and Incentive Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Promotional opportunities after 5 years of service
• 13 Paid Holiday
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Deferred Compensation

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.

Enforces laws and ordinances of the City, County and State. Makes arrests and bookings.

Gives depositions and court testimonies.

Patrols an assigned area on foot or by vehicle. Performs patrol activities, to include pursuing and apprehending subjects, conducting felony stops, conducting teletype checks, controlling disorderly persons, transporting subjects and prisoners, searching for wanted persons, conducting dwelling and ground checks.

Conducts investigations, to include crime scenes, deaths, abuse cases, domestic violence, traffic accidents, animal calls and non police action calls. Collects disposes and secures evidence. Writes reports and processes paperwork.

Performs traffic activities, to include issuing citations, directing traffic, investigating driving under the influence incidents and arranging for the removal of vehicles.

Responds to rescue calls. Responds to emergency situations, to include controlling riots and directing evacuations. Performs first aid duties.

Operates and maintains police vehicles and equipment as required, to include motorized vehicles, bicycles, firearms, radio transmitters, fire extinguisher, protective equipment, intoxilyzer instruments, camera, fingerprint equipment and computers.

Performs special assignments as directed, to include assignments in Marine Patrol Field Training, K-9, Motorcycle, Traffic Homicide, SWAT and Bike Patrol. Performs other related tasks as required.

Qualifications

See link above under for Police Officer Applicant Minimum Requirements

Additional Information

The City of Coral Gables is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace.

HOLIDAYS: 13 days including 2 floating days.

SICK LEAVE: 96 hours annually.

ANNUAL LEAVE: 80 hours in the first year of employment, increasing up to 188 after 25 years.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 or 10 days for the death of a family member in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and the City's Personnel Rules and Regulations

HEALTH & DENTAL INSURANCE: Employee pays a small portion of the premium. Employee may purchase coverage for eligible dependents.

LIFE INSURANCE: Term Life insurance equal to 1 x annual salary (up to $200,000) fully paid by the City.

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS: Several plans are available, such as Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Critical Illness Policies through payroll deductions.

LEGAL SERVICES: Legal Services available to all employees through payroll deduction.

RETIREMENT HEALTH SAVINGS PLAN: The City contributes $650 annually into an individual account for every employee. Monies from these accounts may be used to pay premiums or medical expenses after retirement.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Employees are given the option to defer a portion of their pre-tax salary in the 457 Deferred Compensation Program.

UNIFORM ALLOWANCE: $800 annually

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: $2,000 per semester ($6,000 maximum annually) for approved college coursework.

EDUCATION & INCENTIVE PAY: Employees with a Master's degree (M.A., M.S., or M.B.A., will receive an additional $50 per month.

MEDICAL SCREENINGS: Medical screenings offered annually in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

RECREATIONAL USE: Employee, spouse and immediate family members seventeen (17) years of age and under are entitled to the benefits below:

• Venetian Pool – No charge for daily admission.
• Tennis Centers – No charge for daily court fees
• Youth Center – 50% off residential rates for memberships and 25% off camps and other programs.

Golf at Biltmore & Granada:

• Monday thru Friday – no charge
• Saturday, Sunday and Holidays:
• Before Noon – Twilight fees apply
• After Noon – No charge

(cart fees apply at all times)

VEHICLES: Employees are provided with a 24 hour assigned take home vehicle. There may be a $30 or $60 per month cost depending on distance/miles from residence to the City (see Article 17 of the collective bargaining agreement).

PENSION: Mandatory employee contribution of 10% of salary. Vesting period is 10 years.

***Note: Benefits subject to change.***

Please refer to the collective bargaining agreement for current benefits.