Hiring

I recently applied online. I also called the BI, who told me that BBPD does all of its hiring off of an eligibility list. Does anyone have any general information about your process? Is turnover high enough that I can expect to begin testing with you all within the next few months?

I also applied back in September. Did they tell you how you rank in the eligibility list? By Cjbat score, etc? I sent an email a while back and never got a response. I might call on Monday to see what's up.

Seems to be some availability at BBPD every few months. If you don't have your application in, then you are slacking and will not ever be considered. You should always call every few month to let them know you are interested.

I called, but from what the recruiter told me the chances of hiring non-certifieds are slim to none. If you're certified then you have a decent shot I guess.

Date Posted 07/10/12 Deadline: 07/27/12 or until filled
Salary Hire-In Rates*
Police Officer I - $47,865 - $69,514
Police Officer II - $51,694 - $75,074
Police Officer III - $55,830 – $81,080
*Salary Hire-In rate will be determined based on years in Grade as an Officer and education attained. Actual offer will be determined
by the City’s Human Resources Department after a thorough review of an applicant’s file.
Nature of Work:
This is a highly responsible position with the City of Miami Gardens that involves networking with the community
and the protection of life and property. This is accomplished through patrol work, criminal investigation, community
policing, code enforcement responsibilities and enforcement of the laws of the State of Florida and the Ordinances
of the City of Miami Gardens. Assignments may typically involve routine motor patrol, bicycle or foot patrol, or
criminal investigations. Officers receive assignments and instructions from police officers of a higher rank and
perform work in accordance with Department policies and standard operating procedures. Participates in special
programs and projects as assigned. NOTE: The duties of this position will include all of those duties set forth in the
official job description.
Minimum Requirements: These are the minimum requirements for the position. While the following
requirements outline the minimum qualifications, the City reserves the right to select applicants for further
consideration who demonstrate the best combination of knowledge, skill and abilities in relation to the
needs of the City and the qualifications of other candidates. Meeting the minimum qualifications do not
guarantee an invitation to test.
1. Be a United States citizen at time of application.
2. Be at least 19 years of age upon appointment.
3. Possess, or be eligible to obtain, a Florida driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record.
4. Be of good moral character and never have been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor involving perjury or
false statement, or have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.
Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to, or is found guilty of a felony, or of a
misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, or domestic violence shall not be eligible for employment
or appointment as an officer, in spite of suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication.
5. Requires a high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) equivalent (Police Officer I); or
Associates degree (Police Officer II) or Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (Police Officer III) with major study in
Criminal Justice Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Behavior,
Psychology, or closely related field.
6. Must have proof of Florida Department of Law Enforcement Certification.
7. *Must be a Post 9/11 military veteran who has served at least 180 days and has been honorably
discharged.
THE EXAMINATION/TESTING PROCESS is to determine if the “moral character” of the candidate is
appropriate for employment as a Police Officer. “Moral character” is determined by examination of the life
experiences of the candidate. Testing includes, but not limited to, the following listed factors.
EXAMINATION/TEST WEIGHT OF TEST
Oral Interview .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .... 100%
Polygraph Examination .................................................. .................................................. ................................. Qualifying
Psychological Examination .................................................. .................................................. .......................... Qualifying
Background Investigation .................................................. .................................................. ............................. Qualifying
Medical Examination (including drug screen) .................................................. .................................................. Pass/Fail
Please deliver in person or send by US Mail (do not email or fax)
the required documents, and the Official City Application Form to:
Human Resources Department, City of Miami Gardens
1515 NW 167th Street; Bldg. 5; Suite 200, Miami Gardens, FL 33169

Dont buy the hype in Miami Gardens...its a hoax. You will never make more than what you make when you walk in and there is still no contract in a place that has been established for 5 years already. The admin doesnt care about its people and the city is about to loose its 5 year grant. With loosing that grant they cant support the police department..thats why they havent gotten a raise in 3 years....they are nothing but smoke and mirrors you will be happy to work but it will be work in hell with people who know less than you doo about police work.....dont make the mistake plenty of other places worth trying to get hired at...even Manalapan PD is better!

Youve been WARNED!

Dont buy the hype in Miami Gardens...its a hoax. You will never make more than what you make when you walk in and there is still no contract in a place that has been established for 5 years already. The admin doesnt care about its people and the city is about to loose its 5 year grant. With loosing that grant they cant support the police department..thats why they havent gotten a raise in 3 years....they are nothing but smoke and mirrors you will be happy to work but it will be work in hell with people who know less than you doo about police work.....dont make the mistake plenty of other places worth trying to get hired at...even Manalapan PD is better!

Youve been WARNED!

This information is false, there are no grants. City is fully funded and able to provide for its employees. The agency is the highest paid in S. Fla and is currently hiring. If you really want to know what's going on, speak to a Miami Gardens officer/human resources about the pay, etc.