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For questions or more information on any of the below items relative to employment, contact
Off. William Richardson
(407) 905-3160 ext. 3041
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- At least 21 years of age
- High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- United States citizenship
- Not have been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor
which involves perjury or a false statement
- Not have pled guilty or nolo contendre after
July 01, 1981, to a felony or a misdemeanor which involves
perjury or a false statement, whether or not adjudication
was withheld or sentence suspended
- Not have received a dishonorable discharge from any of
the Armed Forces of the United States
- Written test
- Oral Board interviews
- Extensive Background Investigation
- Psychological exam
- Physical exam
- Drug screen
- Polygraph/Voice Stress Analysis
The value we place on our police officers is reflected in
our salaries, which is comparable with any of the surrounding
agencies in Central Florida. We also have an excellent benefits
package. The current starting salary is $40,500 a year.
The City of Ocoee is one of the most rapidly growing cities
in Central Florida and currently has over 70 sworn Police
Officers and 43 civilians with a reputation for excellence.
Excellent opportunities for rewarding careers are waiting in
our ten divisions: Patrol, Traffic Enforcement, K-9, Bike
Patrol, Training, Recruiting, Youth Services, Criminal
Investigations, Metropolitan Bureau of Investigation, and
Administrative Services.
The Ocoee Police Department prides itself on dedication to
police professionalism and individual integrity.
We're proud to be "C.O.P.S." - dedicated to the philosophy
of "Community Oriented Problem Solving," in which police and
citizens are equal partners in crime prevention. We make every
effort to work with other resources in the community to meet all
the needs of our citizens.
The Ocoee Police Department employs 43 civilians in a
variety of positions. Non-Sworn positions are found in the
Communications Center, Crime Analysis, Evidence, School Crossing
Guards, Records, and Administrative Services.
As the fastest growing city in Orange County-- and soon to
be the second largest in population only to Orlando- the City of
Ocoee prides itself on the quality of life it provides its
citizenry.
More than 30,000 people currently call Ocoee home, with an
additional 400-500 new homes being added every year. Ocoee is
also home to a new mall, a state-of-the-art-hospital, and
several other large employers who have taken advantage of
Ocoee's unique location at the crossroads of Florida's Turnpike,
State Road 50, the East-West Expressway, and the new Western
Beltway.
Besides the convenience of shopping, health care, and a
great transportation network, Ocoee also offers many leisure
activities. There are several golf courses in the area and the
nationally-recognized West Orange Trail provides more than 14
miles of trail for bicyclists, rollerbladers, runners, and
others to enjoy. And Ocoee is just minutes away from America's
favorite vacation destinations including Universal Studios,
Disney World, Sea World, and International Drive.
The City of Ocoee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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