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ORLANDO POLICE DEPARTMENT
1250 W SOUTH ST.
ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32805
407-246-2459
https://www.orlando.gov/Our-Government/Departments-Offices/Orlando-Police-Department

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Updated: May 01, 2025

ORLANDO POLICE DEPARTMENT

Position is at the Orlando International Airport
1 Jeff Fuqua Blvd
Orlando, Florida 32827

Apply to Become an Orlando Police Airport Operations Officer - City of Orlando

Salary Information: $44,000 Annually

Benefit Information:

INSURANCE: Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance available

PERSONAL LEAVE:
Employment to second anniversary 2.62 hrs. per week
Over two (2) years to seventh anniversary 3.31 hrs. per week
Over seven (7) years to sixteenth anniversary 4.01 per week
Over sixteen (16) years up to twentieth anniversary 4.70 hrs. per week
Over twenty (20) years 4.82 hrs. per week

RETIREMENT PLAN: 401 (a) Defined Contribution (DC) Retirement Plan
City contributes 7% of your salary to the plan and matches up to 3% of your contributions.

Generous vesting schedule. Begin vesting in the employer's contributions at 3 years of service and are fully vested at 6 years of service. Ability to contribute an additional 7% post tax dollars into the plan. Variety of investments options and ability to change these options at any time. Loan options and rollover options.

Optional Retirement Savings Plans – Deferred Compensation and Roth IRA Plans are designed to supplement retirement income. No City contributions towards these plans. NOTE: Participation in the DC Retirement Plan is effective on the first day of the month following 90 days of employment.

EDUCATION REIMBURSEMENT: Eligible for $700 per fiscal year.

COURT TIME COMPENSATION:

SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL: To qualify for shift differential, the majority of the normal work shift must fall between the hours of 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. For Example, if shift hours are 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., six of the eight hours fall within the differential time frame; therefore, shift differential will be paid for the entire shift.

LONGEVITY PAYMENT:

Years Payment
0 – 4 $0.00
5 – 9 $300
10 – 14 $500
14 – 19 $800
20 – 24 $1,000
25+ $1,150

Contact Information:
OPD Recruiting
407.246.2459
recruit@orlando.gov

Department Overview: The Orlando Police Department hires the finest and most qualified candidates to help reduce crime and maintain a livable city environment.

Area Information: Orlando is a city in Florida and is the county seat of Orange County. In Central Florida, it is the center of the Orlando metropolitan area, which had a population of 2,509,831, according to U.S. Census Bureau figures released in July 2017, making it the 23^rd largest metropolitan area in the United States, the sixth-largest metropolitan area in the Southern United States, and the third-largest metropolitan area in Florida behind Miami and Tampa. Orlando is the 67^th largest city in the United States per the 2020 U.S. Census, the fourth-largest city in Florida, and the state's largest inland city.

The City of Orlando is nicknamed "the City Beautiful", and its symbol is the Linton E. Allen Memorial Fountain, commonly referred to as simply the "Lake Eola fountain" at Lake Eola Park. The Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the 13^th busiest airport in the United States and the 29^th busiest in the world. Orlando is one of the most visited cities in the world primarily due to tourism, major events, and convention traffic; in 2018, the city drew more than 75 million visitors.

Population: 307,573 (2020 U.S. Census)

Job Requirements

Age:
21

Citizenship Required:
Yes

High School Grad / GED:
Yes

Driver's License:
Applicant must have possessed a valid driver's license for at least one (1) year prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment.

Ability to Read/Speak English:
Yes

Vision:
Meet vision requirements: One eye may be 20/100 corrected to 20/20; the other eye no more than 20/70 corrected to 20/20.

College:
College coursework preferred

Academy Certification:
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: All applicants are required to possess Florida law enforcement certification prior to being hired. Corrections officer certification does not apply. Candidates who possess law enforcement certification from a state other than Florida may apply. Candidates currently enrolled in a law enforcement academy in Florida may apply.

DO NOT apply for the position or schedule testing with NTN if you do not possess law enforcement certification or are not currently enrolled in a law enforcement academy in Florida.

Prior Experience:
Preferred

Necessary Certifications:
Florida law enforcement certification is required prior to being hired. Corrections officer certification does not apply. Candidates who possess law enforcement certification from a state other than Florida may apply. Candidates currently enrolled in a law enforcement academy in Florida may apply.

Additional Requirements:
There are several additional minimum requirements listed at the bottom of this application concerning such topics as criminal history, driving history, past drug usage and other categories. You must review this information to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications for the position before scheduling any exams with NTN.

This position is considered permanent with the expectation that employees will consistently work 36 hours per week. This position is located at the Orlando International Airport.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
Permanent status to this position requires a probationary period of twelve (12) months, during which time performance will be carefully evaluated. Permanent status will be granted only if work performance is judged to be satisfactory.

Although this is a police officer position within the Orlando Police Department, it is a specialized position and not part of the general sworn workforce. In order to become a regular Orlando Police Officer, an Airport Operations Officer must apply for the regular police officer position and go through that selection process. If hired as a regular Orlando Police Officer, all requirements of that position must be met and the employee will first become a probationary police officer.

Hiring Process:
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: SIGNIFICANT SELECTION PROCESS INFORMATION

Candidates should first complete the Airport Operations Officer application at this link: Airport Operations Officer Application Orlando

Please ensure you review the minimum qualifications for the position before scheduling your exam via NTN. All applicants are required to possess Florida law enforcement certification prior to being hired. Corrections officer certification does not apply. There are two (2) options on how to complete the Frontline National Exam.

Applicants may be invited to complete the exam in-person in Orlando on a specific date determined by the Orlando Police Department. The exam is administered by the Orlando Police Department. There is NO COST to complete the exam in-person. Generally the exam is offered once per month. Applicants complete the exam in the morning. Applicants return to the testing venue in the afternoon, where results are divulged. Those passing the exam will have the opportunity to participate in the Physical Abilities Test (PAT) that same day.

The second method for applicants to complete Frontline National is via NTN. Candidates complete the exam at their convenience and schedule via NTN’s website. NTN has multiple testing locations throughout the country or the option to complete the exam virtually. There is a $55.00 cost associated with completing the exam via NTN. We imagine this option is preferable for out of state applicants.

Those completing the exam via NTN will be contacted by the Orlando Police Department as to whether they have “Passed/Failed” the exam. The applicants passing the exam will be provided additional instructions on the next steps of the process.

If you have already completed Frontline National with NTN within the past 12 months from your application date, your scores are still valid via NTN. You can contact NTN Support at 855-821-3761 and send your scores to the Orlando Police Department via NTN for a cost of $12.00. Note: this only applies to those who have completed Frontline National with NTN within the past 12 months. Applicants must review the minimum qualifications for the position prior to scheduling an exam with NTN.

For those who successfully complete the Frontline National Exam, it will be necessary for the applicant to complete a Physical Assessment Test (PAT), which is a 1.5 mile run in 16 minutes or less, complete at least 15 push-ups in one minute, and complete at least 25 sit-ups in one minute. Prior to taking the PAT, each applicant will be required to produce a completed PAT waiver. The waiver will be emailed to applicants at an appropriate time. The applicant will be required to complete a physical examination and an EKG by a physician of their choice.

The physician will complete and sign the last page of the waiver, attesting to the fact that they have reviewed the applicant's health history, performed a physical examination, conducted an EKG, effectively clearing the applicant for participation in the above described physical assessment test. In addition to the PAT, candidates will also be required to successfully complete a Civil Service Exam (Frontline National Exam via NTN or Frontline National Exam on-site in Orlando in an exam coordinated by OPD as described above), interviews, polygraph exams, a background investigation, a psychological exam and a medical exam.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Orlando Police Department is firmly committed to equal employment opportunity and provides for equal opportunity before and during employment with the Department for all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, political affiliation, disability, marital status, or other similar factors not job related. The Department's policy of equality of opportunity applies to all levels of employment in the Department and to all job classifications. In addition, it is the responsibility of each department manager and supervisor to give the Department's non-discrimination policy full support through leadership and by personal example. In addition, it is the duty of each employee to help maintain a work environment which is conducive to and which reflects the Department's commitment to equal employment opportunity. Every effort will be made to employ and retain qualified individuals with disabilities. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of July 26, 1990, the Orlando Police Department exercises an affirmative duty to make reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities and employees so that qualified individuals can perform the essential functions of a job.

HIRING STANDARDS: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Criminal Conduct:

Applicant will be disqualified if:

Applicant has been convicted of a felony crime; OR,
Applicant has been convicted of certain misdemeanor offenses, within five years of the date of application (please contact OPD Recruiting if you have questions about which misdemeanor crimes apply); OR,
Applicant has been convicted of any offense which can be considered domestic violence; OR,
Applicant admits to committing a felony crime within five years of the date of application; OR,
Applicant has pending misdemeanor or felony charges; OR,
Applicant, while employed as a law enforcement officer, has committed a felony crime; OR,
Any other criminal conduct may or may not disqualify an applicant, but will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Drug Use:
The following drug-related activities affect an applicant’s eligibility for employment:

Within one year of application or at any time following application, use or possession by applicant of cannabis that would constitute a violation of Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, shall disqualify the applicant from employment consideration. Such use or possession by applicant preceding one year of application may, upon review of the totality of circumstances, disqualify applicant.
Within three years of application or at any time following application, use or possession by applicant of a controlled substance that would constitute a violation of Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, shall disqualify the applicant from employment consideration. Such use or possession by applicant preceding three years of application may, upon review of the totality of circumstances, disqualify applicant.
Within ten years of application, sale by applicant of a substance controlled by Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, shall disqualify applicant from employment eligibility.

Driving History:
Applicant will be disqualified for traffic convictions under any of the following conditions:

One conviction within five years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment:
1. Voluntary or involuntary manslaughter resulting from the operation of a motor vehicle; OR
2. Failing to stop and render aid, as required under any applicable State or Federal Law, in the event of a motor vehicle accident resulting in the death or personal injury of another; OR,
3. Driving a motor vehicle or being in actual physical control while having an unlawful blood alcohol level or while under the influence of alcoholic beverages or any substances controlled under any State or Federal law; OR,
4. Attempting to elude police.
One conviction within three years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment:
1. Driving a motor vehicle while driver's license is suspended or revoked for reasons other than financial responsibility; OR,
2. Reckless driving.
Two convictions singly or in combination within three years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment:
1. Leaving the scene of an accident resulting in property damage of more than $50; OR,
2. Unlawful speed resulting in an accident.
Five convictions singly or in combination within three years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment of any traffic violations, except parking tickets, covered under any State or Federal law, or any valid ordinance of a municipality or county.
Traffic conviction record in which the accumulation of points resulted in the suspension of a driver's license within three years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment.
Suspended or revoked driver's license for one of the following reasons within one year prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment:
1. Failure to attend court ordered driving schools; OR,
2. Failure to submit to a chemical test for intoxication or any suspension arising from an arrest or conviction for D.U.I. For the purposes of this section, issuance of a driver's license "For Business Purposes Only" will result in disqualification; OR,
3. Failure to pay two or more traffic fines. The circumstances resulting in the non-payment of only one traffic fine will be evaluated on an individual basis and may or may not disqualify the applicant; OR,
4. Financial responsibility (insurance cancellation, etc.) will be evaluated on an individual basis and may or may not disqualify the applicant.
Classified as a habitual traffic offender within the last ten (10) years.

Employment History:
Applicant will be disqualified if:

Applicant has been discharged or resigned to avoid discharge within the last three years for neglect of duties, violation of job safety standards, violation of rules or standards regarding conduct toward the public and violation of rules and standards governing punctuality and dependability; OR,
Applicant has been discharged or resigned to avoid discharge within the last three years for inability to meet performance standards in the same kind of work for which he/she is now applying, unless he/she has since established a stable and satisfactory record of employment or training in the law enforcement career field; OR,
Applicant's work record, including number and type of positions held, reasons for separations and duration of unemployment when considered in light of the type of work he/she is now seeking, indicates that he/she would be a poor employment risk; OR,
While employed as a sworn law enforcement officer, applicant appropriated money, property, or evidence for personal use or purpose; OR,
Applicant has pending charges before any state law enforcement licensing agency.

***PLEASE NOTE, WHILE THIS LIST DOES CONTAIN THE MAJORITY OF DISQUALIFIERS FOR THE POSITION, THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE THE COMPLETE DISQUALIFIER LIST. IF YOU HAVE A SPECIFIC SITUATION YOU WOULD LIKE TO DISCUSS WHICH YOU BELIEVE MAY DISQUALIFY YOU FROM THE APPLICATION PROCESS, PLEASE CONTACT THE ORLANDO POLICE DEPARTMENT’S RECRUITING SECTION AT 407.246.2459 OR send an email to recruit@orlando.gov.

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