Law Enforcement Officer; Statewide

Requisition No: 869690

Agency:
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title:

LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (STATEWIDE OPPORTUNITY)

Pay Plan:
Career Service

Position Number:

Salary: $60,000.00 Annually

Posting Closing Date: 02/19/2026

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OPEN / COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY

FLORIDA FISH & WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION

DIVISION OF LAW ENFORCEMENT

LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (STATEWIDE OPPORTUNITY)

ACCEPTING LAW ENFORCEMENT CERTIFIED AND NON-CERTIFIED APPLICANTS

This is a statewide advertisement for the Law Enforcement Officer position with the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission. This advertisement will be used to fill multiple vacancies.

The duties of this position require a constituted state law enforcement officer (pursuant to 379.3313, F.S.) certified by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission, empowered to enforce all laws of the State with full powers of arrest. Responsibilities are to protect life, limb, and property on the waters and lands of the State. Enforce fish and wildlife laws and regulations, federal rules and regulations, and boating safety enforcement.

This includes, but is not limited to, regulations of salt and freshwater fisheries, hunting, and the protection of both game and non-game species of fish and wildlife. This position investigates alleged violations of resource laws, seizes evidence, makes arrests, and testifies in court. Provides general police protection for citizens and visitors who use the lands and waters of the State of Florida.

This position assists other agencies, upon request, in controlling and securing areas during disasters, hurricanes, fires, etc. and is subject to call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This position requires independent judgment and the ability to apply technical law enforcement knowledge with limited supervision. Duties require the member to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as directed.

Must be 18 years of age to apply and 19 years of age by date of hire

Be a US Citizen

Have a High School diploma or GED

Have a valid Class E Florida driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Have not been convicted of any felony or any misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement

Have not been dishonorably discharged from any of the Armed Forces of the US

Have good moral character

Successful completion of a full background check if selected

The Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (AKA FBAT / CJBAT / BAT) must be completed and passed to be eligible for phase 2 of the selection process. As of July 1, 2022, section 943.17(1)(g) states that any candidate wishing to enter a law enforcement academy that either (i) is a veteran as classified in section 1.01(14), F.S., or (ii) holds an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university is not required to take the Law Enforcement Basic Abilities Test.

Please note that a veteran is defined as being honorably discharged from military service. No other discharge classifications qualify. Please note that this does not apply to candidates wishing to enter a corrections academy.

The FWC Training Center is located in Havana, Florida at the Florida Public Safety Institute (FPSI).

Applicants who are Florida certified law enforcement officers will attend an abbreviated training course. Out-of-state law enforcement officers must obtain their Florida Law Enforcement Certification to be eligible for the abbreviated training course. For more information about the equivalency of training (EOT) process for out-of-state officers, please click the link below: in-text reference: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..aspx

Starting salary as Trainee is $2,307.70 bi-weekly / $60,000.00 annually

Upon assignment to field:

• Those residing within Broward County - $2,615.38 / $68,000.00 annually
• Those residing within Collier County - $2,423.08 / $63,000.00 annually
• Those residing within Dade County - $2,615.38 / $68,000.00 annually
• Those residing within Lee County - $2,423.08 / $63,000.00 annually
• Those residing within Monroe County -…