What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vehicle-For-Hire Officer I/II/III (OPD) position at City of Orlando Careers?
Salary Range
$20.28-$25.86
Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting
02-11-2026
Salary
Job Summary
Vehicle-For-Hire I: $20.28- $25.86
Vehicle-For-Hire II: $21.41- $27.305
Vehicle-For-Hire III: $22.61- $28.83
If you experience technical issues submitting your application, please reach out to City of Orlando Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407-246-2062.
Special Operations: Performs responsible enforcement work and office duties ensuring compliance with applicable City of Orlando codes, ordinances, and regulations. Assigned to the Special Operations of the Orlando Police Department (OPD) and is responsible for enforcing Chapter 55 dealing with taxicabs and other "vehicles for hire" in addition to Chapter 6 dealing with horse-drawn carriages. Work is performed independently. Inspections require the employee to make decisions requiring use of judgement and discretion. An employee assigned to this classification must use their own vehicle during inspections. Results are reviewed through conferences and examination of completed documents.
Minimum Qualifications
Vehicle-For-Hire Officer I: High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate with six (6) months experience in the enforcement of policies, codes, or ordinances, or conducting field inspections; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Must pass police background investigation which includes polygraph.
Vehicle-For-Hire Officer II: High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate with two (2) years experience in the enforcement of policies, codes, or ordinances, or conducting field inspections; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Must pass police background investigation which includes polygraph.
Vehicle-For-Hire Officer III: High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate with four (4) years experience in the enforcement of policies, codes, or ordinances, or conducting field inspections; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Must pass police background investigation which includes polygraph.
Polygraph required with the exception of current OPD employees.
Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062.
If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:
$20.28-$25.86
Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting
02-11-2026
Salary
Job Summary
Vehicle-For-Hire I: $20.28- $25.86
Vehicle-For-Hire II: $21.41- $27.305
Vehicle-For-Hire III: $22.61- $28.83
If you experience technical issues submitting your application, please reach out to City of Orlando Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407-246-2062.
Special Operations: Performs responsible enforcement work and office duties ensuring compliance with applicable City of Orlando codes, ordinances, and regulations. Assigned to the Special Operations of the Orlando Police Department (OPD) and is responsible for enforcing Chapter 55 dealing with taxicabs and other "vehicles for hire" in addition to Chapter 6 dealing with horse-drawn carriages. Work is performed independently. Inspections require the employee to make decisions requiring use of judgement and discretion. An employee assigned to this classification must use their own vehicle during inspections. Results are reviewed through conferences and examination of completed documents.
Minimum Qualifications
Vehicle-For-Hire Officer I: High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate with six (6) months experience in the enforcement of policies, codes, or ordinances, or conducting field inspections; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Must pass police background investigation which includes polygraph.
Vehicle-For-Hire Officer II: High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate with two (2) years experience in the enforcement of policies, codes, or ordinances, or conducting field inspections; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Must pass police background investigation which includes polygraph.
Vehicle-For-Hire Officer III: High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate with four (4) years experience in the enforcement of policies, codes, or ordinances, or conducting field inspections; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Must pass police background investigation which includes polygraph.
Polygraph required with the exception of current OPD employees.
Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062.
If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:
- Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
- Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
- Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
- Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.
Salary : $20 - $26