Job Announcement

Bal Harbour Police Department

Certified Police Officer

Starting Salary:  $63,692.19

Status: Full-Time; Exempt

Department: Police/Law Enforcement

EEO Classifications: Service Workers

Nature of Work:

The police officer performs general police functions in the prevention of crime, protection of life and property and apprehension of criminal offenders, through the enforcement of laws and ordinances and the maintenance of community order through the performance of numerous human services, as well as providing general information and assistance to the public.

Illustrative Examples of Essential Duties:

• The police officer is under the direct supervision of a sergeant or officer-in-charge performing a wide variety of police and law enforcement duties including the protection of property, crime detection, and public safety.
• The officer is responsible for the use of independent judgment in the application of police principles, and knowledge of laws in responding to emergency or difficult situations, and other work as required.
• Patrolling the streets of the Village on a routine basis in a marked vehicle, all-terrain vehicle, and bicycle or on foot, as assignment dictates.
• Responding to priority calls regarding public disturbances, criminal, civil, or emergency situations.
• Direction of activities on site until relieved by competent authority. Providing emergency medical assistance within training, controlling traffic, and otherwise ensuring attention is given to public safety.
• Assists in controlling crowds.
• Provides police presence during special events.
• Detection and prevention of criminal activities by surveillance of assigned residential and beach areas.
• Notes possible criminal occurrences and take steps to prevent criminal action.
• Promotes crime prevention by initiating contact with residents including explaining applicable laws, soliciting cooperation in crime reporting, and otherwise creating a good rapport with Village residents.
• Investigates crime scenes or accidents and assists other officers. Protects evidence, takes testimony from witnesses, and assists detective in specialized investigations.
• Enforces traffic laws and vehicle codes and promotes traffic safety.
• Notes illegal or unsafe driving practices and makes arrests as appropriate.
• Receives and transports property, evidence, and prisoners.
• Directs traffic, reports unsafe road conditions, assist motorists, and otherwise promotes vehicular and pedestrian safety.
• Investigates crime scenes or accidents; preserves crime scene; protects evidence and takes testimony from witnesses; assists detective in specialized investigations.
• Completely and accurately prepares a variety of daily and other reports related to crimes, accidents, and other duties. Maintains logs, completes forms, and prepares dispositions and reports as required and in a timely manner.
• Testifies in criminal courts, depositions, pre-file, and pre-trial conferences.
• Assist in the safety of public works employees by providing escorts.
• Provides a variety of related police services.
• Respond to the public's general requests for assistance.
• These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.Employees may be required to perform related work as needed by the department and Village.
• All Village employees may be required to perform duties related to emergency management and disaster recovery efforts in the event of a natural or man-made disaster.
• All Village employees may be required to attend Village events during and outside regular working hours.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to comprehend and retain knowledge of various fields relative to the police function, including but not limited to interrogation, criminal law, laws of arrest, search and seizure, rules of evidence and court procedures.
• Ability to interact and inter-relate with people and help in the resolution of their collective and individual problems.
• Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work effectively in emergency situations and under little direct supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, good social and general intelligence, and emotional stability.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English; other languages helpful. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively with individuals or groups or employees of the Village.
• Ability to establish good working relationships with fellow employees, the public, and other agencies.
• Knowledge of first aid techniques.
• Ability to obtain knowledge of Village geography.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical computations and reason logically.
• Willingness to work various shifts and be on 24-hour call.
• Ability to develop sources of information and referral; and ability to work in a potentially hazardous environment.

   

  Education and Experience

• Have a State of Florida Basic Law Enforcement Certification-active and in good standing.
• Have completed Basic Law Enforcement Training and received PASSING results in all sections of the State Certification exam.
• Two (2) years experience in police work, law enforcement and related functions.
• Possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
• Cannot have any felony convictions or disqualifying criminal histories.
• Must be of good moral character and of temperate and industrious habits.
• Be at least 21 years of age and be a standard high school graduate or its “equivalent” as the term may be determined by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC). Fla. Stat. 943.13 (1) and (3).
• Be a United States citizen prior to appointment. Fla Stat. 943.13(2). Applicants who are not United States citizens must have applied for citizenship by application closing date.

Essential Physical Skills:

• Physical capability to pass police physical agility entrance tests.
• Physical capability to run, walk, and climb over rough and unfamiliar terrain, fences and other obstacles.
• Operate motor vehicle for long periods of time.
• Subdue persons resisting arrest.
• Move a disabled or combative individual.
• Sensory skills to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact.

 Environmental Conditions:

• Moderate noise (business office with computers, telephones, printers, fax machines, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and light traffic)
• Ability to work within a confined area.
• Ability to work in a computer station for an extended period.
• The employee is subject to working in inside and outside environments including extreme hot and cold weather.
• The employee may be subject to work hazards including loud noise, vibrations, moving mechanical parts, exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, poor ventilation, and oils.

Supervision Received:

• General Supervision and specific assignments are received from and reviewed by various supervisory level staff.
• Duties are performed with limited independence requiring the exercise of discretion, sound judgment and initiative.
• Work is reviewed for compliance with generally accepted operational practices, established departmental policies and standards, and through conversation, observation, analysis of reports, recommendations and results achieved.

Must pass thorough background investigation, polygraph, psychological, medical and drug screening. 

Interested applicants should email their resume to: employment@balharbourfl.gov

Position: Deputy Village Clerk

Department: Office of the Village Manager / Village Clerk

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Summary: The Deputy Clerk performs advanced administrative, clerical and managerial work for the Office of the Village Clerk and the Office of the Village Manager.  This position assists with the administration/coordination of the Council Agenda process for all Village Council and Board/Committee meetings; in the taking of minutes of all Village Council and Board/Committee meetings; with the appropriate safekeeping of all legislation adopted; assists in the supervision of Village elections; and ensures the handling, classification and filing of all documents as the depository of all records.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

The Deputy Village Clerk works under the supervision of the Village Clerk.  The Deputy Village Clerk has supervisory responsibilities as directed by the Village Clerk.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the Village Clerk with the management and retention of public records per the requirements of the State of Florida and the Bal Harbour Village Code.
• Assists in the management of document scanning and indexing of permanent records as part of the Village’s records management program.
• Attends Council and Board/Committee meetings and workshops and may be required to take minutes of said meetings at the direction of the Village Clerk.
• Assists in the preparation of agenda packets.
• Assists with responding and tracking public records requests.

• Organizes, designs, supervises, and performs specialized research and other programs as designated by the Village Clerk.
• Compiles and develops reports and studies as directed by the Village Clerk.

• Assists in the compliance of charges made to the Village Clerk by residents and businesses or other organizations requesting data.

• Compiles and prepares data for monthly, annual and special reports related to the City Code, Charter, and other areas.
• Performs other duties such as filing and managing office records and assists in the work of the office as assigned by the Village Clerk.

• Actively pursues Certified Municipal Clerk and Master Municipal Clerk Certification and once obtained, maintains certification up to date.

• Assists the Village Clerk in the management of the elections process.
• Serves as Acting Village Clerk in the absence of, and upon designation by, the Village Clerk.
  
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

•    A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related field, or an Associate’s degree and two to four (2-4) years responsible experience in a governmental entity performing duties which involve legislative functions.  Work experience may substitute for education. 

•    Considerable knowledge of modern practices and procedures within Municipal or County Clerk’s Office.

•    Knowledge of business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation and vocabulary.

•    Three (3) years of experience in the performance of general clerical work.

•    Must be computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office and other similar programs.

•    Ability to get along with others and work effectively with the public and fellow workers.

•    Ability to perform several tasks at one time.

•    Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.

•    Ability to work in a smoke free and drug free working environment.

•    The minimum requirements may be waived by the Village Manager.

Flexible schedule is required. Open until filled.  Salary Range dependent on qualifications (DOQ).  Excellent benefits.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Bal Harbour Village is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to the concept of equal opportunity in our hiring, employment and personnel practices and policies. All personnel activities are conducted without regard to race, creed, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

Bal Harbour Village only accepts applications for positions currently advertised and does not accept unsolicited resumes. Please submit résumé and cover letter to:  employment@balharbourfl.gov

Bal Harbour Village is a Drug Free Workplace Employer. Veterans’ preference will be awarded under applicable Florida Law. All applications/resumes are subject to Florida Public Records Laws.

In accordance with the provisions of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), persons requiring special accommodations to participate in the employment process should contact 305.993.7312.

Status: Full-Time; Non-Exempt

Department: Police/Law Enforcement

EEO Classification: Administrative Support Worker

Nature of Work:

This is highly responsible, varied and complex telecommunications work, requiring the ability to multi-task in responding to emergency and non-emergency requests for service and assistance from the general public and emergency personnel in the field, through the use of the Central Square computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system, Radio Dispatch System, and other resources.

Work involves responsibility for receiving requests for fire/medical or police services or for information, and promptly and efficiently dispatching personnel and equipment in response to emergency calls or providing requested information. Duties include receiving requests for assistance from police officers and fire personnel in the field, processing their requests, and providing them with the resources to accomplish their tasks, which may include the operation of a fire/medical and police Emergency 911 system, radio and recorders, computer terminals, and the periodic testing of communications equipment. Answer calls from the public relating to information requests or calls for service.  Disposition of calls is made in accordance with established procedures; however, an employee in this class must exercise good judgment, make immediate decisions, and know Bal Harbour’s local government operations, the fire or police protection system, and the geographical layout of the Village. Supervision and assignments are received from a superior in charge of the shift, both orally and in writing, and work is reviewed by observation, monitoring of the employee's operation, and the review of reports and records.

Illustrative Examples of Essential Duties:

• Dispatches personnel and equipment for emergency service through use of radio and computerized or other types of communication equipment as assigned.
• Maintains contact with all assigned police/fire units to determine status, their location, and availability.
• Updates information into the dispatched call, provided by the field units, utilizing computer-aided dispatch system.
• Evaluates the need for police/fire units by determining the needs of the public and geographical location, in cases where adjacent municipalities are involved.

• Coordinates all requests from field units while simultaneously informing supervisors of all circumstances and maintaining communication of all personnel, throughout incident, to ensure personnel safety and respond to additional needs.
• Ability to work within a computerized records management system and assist with the processing of public records requests.
• Aids emergency personnel requesting information such as traffic stops, felony stops, or additional resources.
• Responds to inquiries from police and fire agencies, ambulance companies, hospitals, towing companies, and the public.
• Respond to inquiries from the public relating to calls for service or public information.
• Trains new Emergency Dispatchers.

• These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees may be required to perform related work as needed by the department and Village.
• All Village employees may be required to perform duties related to emergency management and disaster recovery efforts in the event of a natural or man-made disaster.
• All Village employees may be required to attend Village events during and outside regular working hours.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Some knowledge of the operation of telephone, radio, recorder, computer terminals, and other communications equipment.
• Some knowledge of the geography of Bal Harbour Village, and the location of streets and important buildings or areas requiring special fire or police protection services.
• Skill in the use of a typewriter or related keyboard equipment.
• Ability to speak English clearly in a well-modulated voice, and to use good diction.
• Ability to look up information in directories by index or cross-reference.
• Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in stressful situations.
• Ability to spell correctly, keep records and prepare reports.
• Ability to maintain good concentration, retention of information and recall.
• Ability to hear and understand instructions and requests from citizens.
• Ability to interpret variation of colors on the computer screen.

Education and Experience

• A high school diploma or its equivalent and 6 months - 2 years’ experience operating a keyboard device, receiving, and processing telephone calls.
• 911 Public Safety Telecommunicator certification.

Essential Physical Skills:

• Regularly required to stand, sit, see, speak, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, or other electronic device.
• Occasional light to moderate lifting of office products and supplies may be required.

 Environmental Conditions:

• Moderate noise (business office with computers, telephones, printers, fax machines, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and light traffic).
• Ability to work within a confined area.
• Ability to work in a computer station for an extended period.

Supervision Received:

• General Supervision and specific assignments are received from and reviewed by various supervisory level staff.
• Duties are performed with limited independence requiring the exercise of discretion, sound judgment and initiative.
• Work is reviewed for compliance with generally accepted operational practices, established departmental policies and standards, and through conversation, observation, analysis of reports, recommendations and results achieved.

Interested applicants should email their resume to: employment@balharbourfl.gov