Overview
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The Opportunity
Police Officers are responsible for performing law enforcement, investigations, crime prevention, code enforcement, and animal control work by enforcing state and local laws and regulations in a highly visible public contact setting. Police Officers shall have all police powers authorized by Local, State, and Federal Law. This position requires the flexibility to work hours needed for the safety of the Town including shift work, evenings, weekends, and on-call. This is a non-entry level position. Candidates must have a current Colorado POST Certification, or an out-of-state POST or POST equivalent certificate with the ability to obtain a Colorado POST provisional certificate within 6 months of employment.
Responsibilities
- Patrol town streets responding to citizen complaints or observed violations and determine appropriate actions.
- Participate in, implement, and develop programs in crime prevention and public education programs to enhance law enforcement and community relations.
- Mediate neighborhood complaints : determine if a violation has occurred; gathers evidence and completes the complaint with a warning or summons as appropriate.
- Conduct follow up to cases, author formal reports, and testify in court.
- Foster a close and cooperative working relationship with the Hudson Fire Protection District, RE3J School District, and other governmental agencies.
- Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Town officials, employees, county, state, and federal authorities, civic leaders, and the public.
- Capture, secure, and transport animals to a secure facility.
- Troubleshoot animal behavior problems in the field; investigates and quarantines domestic animal bites; promotes responsible pet ownership.
- Enforce municipal codes related to property maintenance and issue violations as applicable.
- Enforce traffic laws, including parking violations.
Qualifications
Current Colorado Peace Officer (POST) CertificationMinimum 21 years of ageMust possess High School Diploma or equivalentMust have a valid Driver's LicensePrevious experience in law enforcement preferred but not requiredPossession of or ability to obtain current firearms qualificationPossession of or ability to obtain current CPR and First Aid certificationsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a wide variety of people, including other law enforcement entitiesKnowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Understand and apply the basic municipal ordinance contents and the ability to learn, understand and use the Hudson Municipal CodeAbility to perform animal control and code enforcement functionsDevelop and maintain respectful relationships with citizensProvide fair and consistent interpretations and enforcementExhibit flexibility where possible without compromising public safetyMaintain composure while taking command and restoring control in volatile situationsAbility to remain calm and professional in tense situationsAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writingAbility to prepare reports in a clear, concise, and organized mannerAbility to make reasonable judgments and work under limited supervisionAbility to adapt to changes in the work environment, manage demand for service, changes approach or method to best fit situationAbility to troubleshoot problems in the field and over the phone; investigate, review, and analyze criminal statistical data, develop effective measures to ensure effectiveness and efficiency with the office, and complete crime reports as requiredWhat Our Organization Is Providing
Expected hiring range of $84,102.00 - $95,000.00 annuallyComprehensive health insurance with generous employer contributionChoice of PPO, DHMO, and HDHP Medical plans
Dental and VisionEmployer paid life insurance, short term disability, and long term disabilityPaid time off13 paid holidaysFPPA retirement457 deferred compensation retirement planApplication Process
Open Until Filled
The employee hired in this position will be required to pass an extensive criminal background check, psychological exam, physical exam and drug screen as a condition of employment. As a part of this background check the applicant must not have consumed any illegal substances listed under sections 18-18-203 – 18-18-207 within the last year and must not have consumed any marijuana substances within the last six months.
Town of Hudson provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. In addition to federal law requirements, Town of Hudson complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Job Details
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