Must pass a thorough background investigation, polygraph, psychological, medical, and drug screen.
Must successfully pass a physical agility test within the last 6 months prior to application as administered by a certified FDLE training center.
Applicants must have successfully completed a swim test administered by a certified FDLE training center.
Must be a minimum of 21 years old at the time of employment;
Must possess, or be able to obtain by time of employment, a valid FL State driver's license without record of suspension or revocation in any State;
No Felony convictions and disqualifying criminal histories
Must be a U.S. citizen;
Must be able to read and write the English language;
Applicants that reside within Miami-Dade, Broward, Monroe or Palm Beach counties must pass a full physical agility test (modified agility test not accepted) and swim test prior to application. Swim test is waived for a lateral if the candidate has taken and passed a swim test at least once in their career. Applicants who reside outside of the aforementioned counties must pass a full physical agility test and swim test as part of the second phase of their background investigation.
Must attend and successfully complete a basic Police Officer Academy and successfully take and pass the State Police Officer Exam
Must be able to meet all Entry Level requirements listed above; including a valid certification as a Police Officer as required by FDLE and/or CJSTC guidelines.
Must have a minimum of 60 or more completed college credits that include general studies; or, a High School diploma/GED and have two (2) or more years of U.S. military service with an Honorable Discharge; or two (2) years of law enforcement experience as a Certified Police Officer.
Must be able to perform work requiring good physical condition