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University of North Forida Police Department Employment Information
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The Department of Police and Public Safety at the University of North Florida is recognized as an innovator within the State University system and enjoys tremendous community support. In order to maintain these high standards, only the most qualified applicants are accepted for employment.

Minimum General Requirements:

  • 19 years of age
  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Thorough background investigation (including fingerprint check)
  • 20/20 vision or 20/20 with corrective lenses
Law Enforcement Officer: Police Communications Operator:
United States citizen Proficiency in typing
Valid Florida Drivers' License Ability to use computer
No dishonorable discharge from any
branch of the military
One year appropriate experience (college or vocational/technical training may substitute
No misdemeanor conviction involving
perjury or false statement
Must possess ability to follow written and
oral instructions
No felony conviction Pass FCIC/NCIC Teletype Certification
Pass medical examination
Florida State certified
Physical assessment
Drug screening

Benefits:

  • Paid holidays each year
  • Accrued annual, compensatory, and sick leave
  • Overtime is paid at one and one half the normal hourly pay rate
  • Paid State of Florida High Risk Retirement Plan (law enforcement only)
  • Paid State of Florida Retirement Plan (police communications operator)
  • Excellent medical and dental benefit packages available
  • All uniforms are furnished in addition to a clothing allowance

Training and Education:

We are committed to developing our employees both professionally and personally. In addition to in-service training, we encourage our employees to enroll in specialized training courses offered at the two (2) Regional Training Centers within our proximity.

Salary (as of 1/01/04):

Staring pay police officer $30,116.00
Starting pay Police Communications Operator $21,374.00

For current position openings, contact:

Office of Human Resources
University of North Florida
J.J. Daniel Hall
4567 St. Johns Bluff Road, South
Jacksonville, FL 32224-2648
(904) 620-2903

UNF is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer