Palm Bay Police Accepting Applications for Recruits to be Sponsored to Attend Police Academy
By Space Coast Daily // September 7, 2020
Salary starts at $32,778 Annually
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BREVARD COUNTY • PALM BAY, FLORIDA – The City of Palm Bay is currently accepting applications for non-certified police officers recruits to be sponsored to attend the police academy.
This is entry-level law enforcement work for the purpose of training to become a police officer.
The primary function in this classification is to successfully complete the Florida Criminal Justice Academy Police Officer program and the Criminal Justice Standards & Training Commission Police Officer State Certification Exam.
Upon successful completion of the Criminal Justice Academy and the State Certification Exam, the recruit will be promoted to the position of Police Officer with the Palm Bay Police Department.

Performance is reviewed through class work, exams, attendance, participation and observations by superiors.
Through this sponsorship, candidates will develop knowledge and proficiency in the interpretation of Federal, State and Local Laws and ordinances and Police Department policies and regulations.
Candidates will develop skill and proficiency in the use and care of firearms and all other equipment used to perform the duties of a law enforcement officer. The salary for this position is $32,778 annually.
For more information, contact the Palm Bay Police Department at 321-952-3465.