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To be a police officer with the GCSPD means to be committed to hard work, be trustworthy and serve your community. We hire ethical people who want the challenge of a demanding career and who will give the very best of themselves to our citizens. As a police officer, you will have many opportunities to develop skills and grow vocationally in a long term career.
Applying in Person
To obtain an application in person and/or to turn one in, you may come to the Police Department located at 205 Spring Street. Applications may also be obtained at city hall located at 231 Walnut Street, or via this internet site below.
Applying by Mail
Once you have completed your application you may mail it to the following address:
Green Cove Springs Police Department
Attn: Human Resources
205 Spring Street
Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
Applying Electronically
Although you can obtain an employment application via this internet site, the GCSPD does not accept applications submitted electronically. Nor do we accept faxed applications. All applications must be notarized originals - no copies, faxes or emailed attachments.
Brief Description of Duties
A police officer's work involves protecting the lives and property of the general public by patrol, investigating suspicious persons and activity, responding to and investigating criminal complaints, responding to disturbance calls with physical violence in progress, responding to calls involving traffic crashes, injuries, disasters, arresting people in the commission of crimes, traffic pursuits and stops, utilizing firearms and being proficient with their use and attending county and circuit court for cases.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of approved law enforcement training and certification in compliance with the requirements of the State of Florida. Possession of a valid Florida driver's license, high school diploma or GED, citizen of the United States, no felony convictions, no misdemeanor convictions involving perjury or false statements and be of good moral character. Must pass a drug and physical examination.
Physical Effort Required
Police officers may be required to use bodily force to gain control of prisoners, be able to run, protect him/herself by employing defensive tactics and administer first aid. Performance of these tasks can involve maximum physical exertion with little or no prior notice and possible for extended periods of time. Must be able to complete the Police Physical Abilities Test within the acceptable time. The PAT is designed to simulate actual physical tasks that any police officer might be called upon to perform during the course of duty.
Benefits
Uniforms and equipment supplied, including laundry services; annual leave; sick leave; paid holidays; health and life insurance; career development program; college tuition program; municipal retirement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Green Cove Springs Police Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. Preference shall be given to certain veterans and spouses of veterans as provided by Chapter 295, Florida Statutes.