Employment Opportunities
All applications are subject to the Florida Public Records Law.
Town of Dundee
Town Clerk
PO Box 1000
Dundee, FL 33838
townclerk@townofdundee.com
Chief of Police – Town of Dundee
$50,000 - $80,000 DOQ
The Town is seeking an experienced law enforcement professional. Under
general direction of the Town Manager, the Chief of Police is responsible
for policy development, control, supervision, and program implementation of
this Department and is accountable for the effective delivery of police
services to the community. Located in Polk County, and part of the Winter
Haven/Orlando Metropolitan Area, the Town of Dundee has a population of
3,500 and currently has 9 officers and 5 civilian employees. The Town is
expected to grow rapidly to a population of +/- 20,000 during the tenure of
the next Chief.
The requirements include: Bachelor's degree in Law Enforcement, Police Administration, Criminal Justice, or related field; Certification by the Florida Police Standards and Training Council by date of hire; Eight to ten years progressively responsible experience in law enforcement or criminal justice with at least five years experience in administration and supervision; Experience in budgeting and grant writing. Must hold valid Florida driver's license. Must be willing to be on call to meet emergency situations.
The Town of Dundee offers competitive wages and benefits package including Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays.
Open
until filled
Police Officer – Town of Dundee
DESCRIPTION: Highly responsible positions working as a full-time, certified law enforcement officer for the Town of Dundee, Florida. The person selected to fill the position will work rotating shifts.
QUALIFICATIONS: Preferred status will be granted to those applicants processing 60+ semester hours of academic course work from an accredited college or university. General requirements are as follows. Candidates must: possess prior certification as police officers in the State of Florida, or be a certified police officer from another state that can meet Florida certification requirements prior to employment; possess a high school diploma or GED certificate of completion; possess good moral character; demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills; have the ability to work effectively with the public, co-workers and supervisors staff; demonstrate the ability to respond to stressful situations in a professional manner, consistent with federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
COMPENSATION: Starting salary for the position is $14.73 per hour plus a full benefits package.
APPLICATIONS: Applications and/or resumes, with proof of education and other supporting documentation can be mailed to the Town of Dundee, 105 Center Street, P.O. Box 1000, Dundee, Florida, 33838, faxed to (863) 419-3105. The position will remain open until filled. Inquiries can be made to the Police Department at (863) 439-7966. All applications are subject to the Florida Public Records Law.
The Town of Dundee is an equal opportunity employer, and as such, does not discriminate against age, race, sex, national origin, or religion. Drug Free Workplace.