City of Coral Springs
Overview
The Coral Springs Police Department has a diverse workforce, with an authorized strength of 230 police officers and over 99 civilian members, who are dedicated to providing the highest level of professional service to our citizens, businesses and the visitors we serve. We are nationally accredited, as an Accreditation with Excellence Agency in both Law Enforcement and Communications, through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) as well as a Meritorious Agency at the state level through the Florida Commission for Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA).
The culture of the Coral Springs Police Department is built on our shared core values –
Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Professionalism, Accountability, Courage, Loyalty . The level of service that the Coral Springs Police Department provides allows Coral Springs to enjoy one of the lowest crime rates in Florida for cities with a population of over 100,000 residents. By incorporating a number of problem‑solving initiatives throughout the community, such as the Burglary Enforcement and Reduction Unit, the Make a Call Make a Difference community crime campaign and having a School Resource Officer in every public school, our staff is committed to the City of Coral Springs mission statement: to be the premier city in which to live, work and raise a family.
More Information
https://www.joincspd.com
https://www.coralsprings.org/Government/Departments/Police
facebook.com/coralspringspolice
instagram.com/coralspringspd
Responsibilities
Investigates various crashes such as minor, fatalities, DUI (driving under the influence), and hit & runs. Prepares crash report, drawings of crash vehicles and personal property involved, according to the State of Florida guidelines, through the collection and interpretation of physical evidence at the crash scene. Provides traffic direction. Assesses damage, traffic patterns and hazards if present.
Determine fault and issue a state citation, if applicable.
Investigates reports of theft and assists with gathering evidence and taking witness statements.
Responds to court subpoenas to testify. Presents testimony and depositions of investigations in court.
Prepares various offense/incidents reports (criminal and non‑criminal) such as thefts (petit, grand, bicycle), burglary vehicles, stolen auto parts, criminal mischief, credit card fraud, property damage, traffic hazards, runaways, missing persons, lost/stolen tags and decals, recovered stolen vehicles, animal complaints, phone complaints, animal bites, and abandoned vehicles/property.
Conducts interviews with witnesses, victims, and suspects of traffic crashes and criminal and non‑criminal acts.
Responds to non‑priority calls such as disabled vehicles and traffic direction to free up the road patrol officers.
Processes crime scenes for latent fingerprints and other physical evidence by using powder, tape (to lift the prints), cards (to place the latent on) and digital cameras to photograph the scene. Follows proper chain for evidence collection.
Investigate citizen complaints such as truck parking ordinances, violations of city ordinances, and other various parking complaints.
Attends various city functions such as a Slice of Springs, Our Town, and city commission meetings. At some functions, will perform bicycle registrations and explain crime prevention.
Assists citizens with vehicle identification number (VIN) verifications for title applications.
Provides emergency medical assistance to injured persons at crash scene, e.g. CPR, advanced first aid techniques.
This position may be required to work nights, weekends and holidays.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED.
Some related experience.
Must attend 104 hour Police Service Aide Foundations course if not already completed.
Certifications must be acquired upon hire in Traffic Control and Direction, Parking Enforcement, First Responder First Aid and CPR.
Must possess and maintain valid Florida Driver's license.
Work Environment Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as office or meeting and training rooms, e.g., use of safe work place practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, and observance of fire and building safety regulations, and traffic signals when driving.
Examination Process
Apply via our online application
Application review
Formal Interview
Computerized Voice Stress Analysis Examination and Fingerprints
Extensive Background Investigation
Post‑Offer Drug Test
Completion of 12‑month probationary period
EEO Statement The Coral Springs Police Department is firmly committed to offering an equitable, drug‑free work environment. We do not discriminate in any employment related decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or other similar factors that are not job‑related. This commitment is practiced in all aspects of our personnel policies, programs, practices, recruitment, examination, appointment, training, promotion, retention and other related activities. When requested, the Coral Springs Police Department will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Unit at policeemployment@coralsprings.org if special assistance is needed.
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The culture of the Coral Springs Police Department is built on our shared core values –
Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Professionalism, Accountability, Courage, Loyalty . The level of service that the Coral Springs Police Department provides allows Coral Springs to enjoy one of the lowest crime rates in Florida for cities with a population of over 100,000 residents. By incorporating a number of problem‑solving initiatives throughout the community, such as the Burglary Enforcement and Reduction Unit, the Make a Call Make a Difference community crime campaign and having a School Resource Officer in every public school, our staff is committed to the City of Coral Springs mission statement: to be the premier city in which to live, work and raise a family.
More Information
https://www.joincspd.com
https://www.coralsprings.org/Government/Departments/Police
facebook.com/coralspringspolice
instagram.com/coralspringspd
Responsibilities
Investigates various crashes such as minor, fatalities, DUI (driving under the influence), and hit & runs. Prepares crash report, drawings of crash vehicles and personal property involved, according to the State of Florida guidelines, through the collection and interpretation of physical evidence at the crash scene. Provides traffic direction. Assesses damage, traffic patterns and hazards if present.
Determine fault and issue a state citation, if applicable.
Investigates reports of theft and assists with gathering evidence and taking witness statements.
Responds to court subpoenas to testify. Presents testimony and depositions of investigations in court.
Prepares various offense/incidents reports (criminal and non‑criminal) such as thefts (petit, grand, bicycle), burglary vehicles, stolen auto parts, criminal mischief, credit card fraud, property damage, traffic hazards, runaways, missing persons, lost/stolen tags and decals, recovered stolen vehicles, animal complaints, phone complaints, animal bites, and abandoned vehicles/property.
Conducts interviews with witnesses, victims, and suspects of traffic crashes and criminal and non‑criminal acts.
Responds to non‑priority calls such as disabled vehicles and traffic direction to free up the road patrol officers.
Processes crime scenes for latent fingerprints and other physical evidence by using powder, tape (to lift the prints), cards (to place the latent on) and digital cameras to photograph the scene. Follows proper chain for evidence collection.
Investigate citizen complaints such as truck parking ordinances, violations of city ordinances, and other various parking complaints.
Attends various city functions such as a Slice of Springs, Our Town, and city commission meetings. At some functions, will perform bicycle registrations and explain crime prevention.
Assists citizens with vehicle identification number (VIN) verifications for title applications.
Provides emergency medical assistance to injured persons at crash scene, e.g. CPR, advanced first aid techniques.
This position may be required to work nights, weekends and holidays.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED.
Some related experience.
Must attend 104 hour Police Service Aide Foundations course if not already completed.
Certifications must be acquired upon hire in Traffic Control and Direction, Parking Enforcement, First Responder First Aid and CPR.
Must possess and maintain valid Florida Driver's license.
Work Environment Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as office or meeting and training rooms, e.g., use of safe work place practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, and observance of fire and building safety regulations, and traffic signals when driving.
Examination Process
Apply via our online application
Application review
Formal Interview
Computerized Voice Stress Analysis Examination and Fingerprints
Extensive Background Investigation
Post‑Offer Drug Test
Completion of 12‑month probationary period
EEO Statement The Coral Springs Police Department is firmly committed to offering an equitable, drug‑free work environment. We do not discriminate in any employment related decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or other similar factors that are not job‑related. This commitment is practiced in all aspects of our personnel policies, programs, practices, recruitment, examination, appointment, training, promotion, retention and other related activities. When requested, the Coral Springs Police Department will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Unit at policeemployment@coralsprings.org if special assistance is needed.
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