Police Officer

Salary: See Position Description

Location : Fort Myers, FL

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 00566

Department: Airport Police

Opening Date: 06/06/2024

Closing Date: 10/9/2024 4:30 PM Eastern

About Us
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is an award-winning, medium-hub commercial service airport that served more than 10 million passengers in 2023 and is one of the top 50 airports in the United States for passenger traffic. Fifteen airlines serve RSW with nonstop service to 68 markets, including Canada and Germany. The economic impact of the airport is $8.3 billion annually to the Southwest Florida region and more than 60,000 jobs. Page Field (FMY), an FAA-designated reliever airport, provides services to general and business aviation and accommodated more than 203,000 aircraft operations in 2023, a new record. Base Operations at Page Field is an award-winning, fixed-based operator and has been recognized for its customer service and facilities.

A $331 million Terminal Expansion Project is currently underway at RSW to improve the airport travel experience by consolidating the security checkpoints, adding concession space and providing passengers more amenities and options. Planning for Terminal Expansion Phase 2 has begun and will add Concourse E, with an additional 14 gates to the current terminal building, expand the Chiller Plant Facility, as well as make other associated terminal, landside and airside improvements.

The anticipated hourly starting rate for the ideal candidate is $26.18 per hour

NOTE: If you have applied to this positon within the last 12 months, you need NOT reapply.

The Lee County Port Authority Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of the employees and passengers at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Page Field (FMY).

As Southwest Florida International Airport undergoes major improvements and rapid growth, the Lee County Port Authority Police Department stands ready to meet the increased demand for security and law enforcement services with our experienced team and dedication to excellence. With many employees staying for 10 to 20 years or more, the Port Authority offers a stable and rewarding career path in a dynamic and growing environment.

At the Lee County Port Authority Police Department, we foster a culture of teamwork, professionalism and continuous improvement. We are dedicated to providing our employees with opportunities for growth, training and development, as well as ensuring they are equipped to meet the evolving challenges of airport security and law enforcement.

What Does the Airport Police Department Have to Offer?

• Career Enhancement Program and Incentive Program with increase of pay
• Specialty Units to include HDS, FTO, Detective, Training Instructor, Canine and Field Force
• Outstanding benefits that include health, life, dental, vision, deferred compensation plan, shift differential of 5 percent and overtime for working holidays, plus holiday pay
• Florida Retirement System Plan
• College tuition reimbursement
• 218 hours annual leave to start, with unused leave paid out annually
• 11 paid holidays and birthday day
• All uniforms, with free dry cleaning, and equipment provided by agency
• Take-home vehicle program
• One-time Florida Law Enforcement Recruitment Bonus of up to $5,000
• And much more

New hires may be eligible for several state benefits under Florida House Bill 3. Terms and eligibility can be found under F.S.S. 445.08.

• Must be at least 19 years old
• Must be FL CJSTC certified or enrolled in a law enforcement basic recruit academy class or Equivalency of Training course for out of state officers
• Must have/obtain a valid Florida Driver's License

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities : Lee County Port Authority personnel are designated by tier levels and may be called upon to assist with an emergency or unforeseen event at any time. Employees may be called to fulfill duties that are outside their normal scope of work to assist in resuming airport operations and flight activities.

Overview of Benefits

Florida Retirement System (FRS)

The employee has a choice of a pension or an investment plan. The FRS Pension Plan is a traditional defined benefit plan that offers you a guaranteed monthly benefit for life after the required vesting period. The FRS Investment Plan is a defined contribution plan that receives an employer contribution of 8.3% for regular class employees and 16% for special risk employees . Both are employee and employer-sponsored retirement plans. Lee County Port Authority employees eligible to participate in FRS are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the FRS pension plan, please be advised that you are not eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options.

Medical Insurance

The Port Authority offers two plan choices for all full-time employees, their spouse and their dependents. Coverage begins the first of the month following their date of hire.

Dental Insurance

The Port Authority offers a dental plan for full time employees, their spouse and children.

Vision Insurance

If you are enrolled in the medical plan you and your family are eligible for basic vision coverage through vision discounts. Two more comprehensive plans are offered, including a basic vision plan and a vision 2 high option plan, paid entirely by the employee.

Employee Assistance Program

The Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. This is the availability of licensed professional counselors for personal issues with 100% confidentiality.

Flexible Spending Account(s)

There are two types of reimbursement accounts: Medical and Dependent Care. It is optional and allows the employee to have pre tax dollars deducted from their paycheck for reimbursement of medical costs not covered by your plans or child care costs for children under 13.

Life /AD & D Insurance

The Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. Employees are insured at an amount equal to the annual salary rounded to the next higher thousand dollars. The AD&D insurance provides additional coverage in the event the employee should lose their limb(s), eyesight or die.

Optional Life Insurance

The Port Authority provides the employee with an option to purchase additional life insurance coverage for him/herself, their spouse and their child(ren).

Short Term Disability

The Port Authority provides the employee with short term disability coverage for him/herself at no cost to the employee.

Long Term Disability

The Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. Benefits are paid up to 60% of the employee's salary after being disabled for 90 consecutive days.

Direct Deposit

The employee's payroll check is directly deposited into the bank of their choice.

Other Programs

457 Deferred compensation programs
Education reimbursement
On-site gym - RSW

Paid Time Off & Holidays

The Port Authority offers a generous amount of paid time off in addition to 11 paid holidays, and 1 birthday day

01

Are you at least 19 years of age?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you a citizen of the United States?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

04

If yes, please explain; if no, please enter N/A.

05

If yes, where?

06

Have you ever been denied employment by a law enforcement agency?

• Yes
• No

07

Have you ever been arrested?

• Yes
• No

08

Have you ever been convicted of a felony offense? (FSS 943.13(4))?

• Yes
• No

09

Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony involving domestic violence?

• Yes
• No

10

Have you engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution (as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997)?

• Yes
• No

11

Are you currently under investigation, or pending prosecution, for any criminal act(s) in any jurisdiction?

• Yes
• No

12

Do you have a tattoo visible on your neck, face, scalp or hands?

• Yes
• No

13

Which best describes your level of education?

• No High School Degree or Equivalency
• High School Diploma/GED
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate

14

If yes, please explain. If no, enter N/A.

15

If yes, please explain. If no, enter N/A.

16

Has your driver's license been suspended or revoked in any state within the last three years for reasons other than financial responsibility or because of an error?

• Yes
• No

17

Have you received three or more moving violations in any one year period in the past three years?

• Yes
• No

18

Have you ever been a member of the United States Armed Forces or any other Country's armed forces?

• Yes
• No

19

Please check the box that best describes your Law Enforcement Certification level:

• Florida Law Enforcement Certified
• Florida Equivalency of Training Certified
• Currently enrolled in a Florida Law Enforcement Basic Recruit Academy
• Currently enrolled in a Florida Equivalency of Training Academy
• Certified Law Enforcement Officer from a state other than Florida
• None of the above

20

How many years of certified law enforcement experience do you have as a police officer?

21

How many years of certified law enforcement experience do you have as a corrections officer?

22

Have you ever received any disciplinary action from an employer?

• Yes
• No

23

Have you ever been terminated or asked to resign in lieu of termination from a job?

• Yes
• No

24

If yes, please explain, if no enter N/A.

25

Have you ever plead guilty or nolo contendere to or have you been found guilty of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement. (FSS943.13(4))

• Yes
• No

26

Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony involving moral turpitude?

• Yes
• No

27

Have you used, possessed, or cultivated any illegal controlled substance within the past five (5) years?

• Yes
• No

28

If yes, also indicate type, the date last used, possessed, or cultivated (month/year.)

29

Have you ever been involved in the sale of illegal drugs?

• Yes
• No

30

Within the past 2 years, have you tried, used, or experimented with marijuana or any of its derivatives?

• Yes
• No

31

If yes, please list specifically which form or derivative, amount of times used, and date of last use.

32

If yes, please list specifically which form or derivative, amount of times used, and date of last use.

33

Within the past 7 years, have you tried, used, or experimented with cocaine or any of its derivatives?

• Yes
• No

34

Have you ever used or possessed heroin, crack, methamphetamine, opium, or any of their derivatives or analogs at any time during your lifetime?

• Yes
• No

35

If yes, please list specifically which form, analog or derivative, amount of times used, and date of last use.

36

Have you ever been arrested or charged with DUI, DWI, or leaving the scene of an accident with injuries?

• Yes
• No

37

If yes, please list date of charge or conviction, and final disposition ie; guilty, not guilty, nolo contendere, Nolle prosequi, etc.

38

Do you have regular or continuous associations or dealings with anyone under criminal investigation or indictment, or who is involved in criminal behavior?

• Yes
• No

39

Are you able to perform the essential functions of the "Police Officer Job Description," with or without reasonable accommodations?

• Yes
• No

40

Please type your name in the box below to indicate you have read this statement: NOTE: Because you are applying to a Law Enforcement Agency, you MUSTinclude information about any arrest, charge, conviction, or other criminal activity, even if the records are sealed or expunged (Section 943.13(7), F.S. Rule11B-27.0022).

41

Do you swear and affirm, you have completed all questions, omitting nothing and answering truthfully to the best of your knowledge in this application? Failure to do so will be automatic disqualification from the hiring process.

• Yes
• No

42

If yes, have you ever received a dishonorable discharge?

• Yes
• No

43

If yes, please explain; if no, enter N/A.

44

Have you ever applied for a job with another law enforcement agency?

• Yes
• No

45

If yes, please list the agency, date, and a brief explanation of why you were denied.

46

Are you now, or have you ever been under an injunction for protection or a restraining order?

• Yes
• No

47

Have you in your lifetime had a criminal record sealed/expunged regardless of what state/country the crime was committed in?

• Yes
• No

48

Have you applied to this agency within the last 12 months?

• Yes
• No

Required Question