Police Officer

Added to system :

2 / 20 / 25 3 : 03 PM

Region : Colorado

Location : Aspen

Up to $3,000 Sign On Bonus May Be Available

Pay Ranges :

Police Officer I : Hiring Range $35.92 / hour - $40.42 / hour, Salary Range up to $53.89 / hour

Police Officer II : Hiring Range $39.16 / hour - $44.06 / hour, Salary Range up to $58.74 / hour

Police Officer III : Hiring Range $42.68 / hour - $48.02 / hour, Salary Range up to $64.03 / hour

Enjoy Industry Leading Benefits :

• Health and wellbeing options that include no cost for individual Medical and low-cost Dental / Vision insurance coverage. Robust and accessible employee assistance program, as well as a nationally recognized wellbeing platform.
• Plan for your future with competitive employer contributions to a 401a retirement plan, in addition to an individual 457b retirement plan and Roth IRA option. Have peace of mind with life and disability insurance.
• Generous paid vacation and extended sick leave.
• Police officers work four ten hour shifts weekly.
• Monetary bonuses for healthy lifestyle choices and to use towards other personal needs.
• Professional development and learning opportunities, including a tuition reimbursement program.
• Rental advance loan and down payment homeowner assistance available.
• Free and discounted transportation options to get around Aspen and the Roaring Fork Valley.

The City of Aspen is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Those selected for hire will receive pay and full benefits during this training period.

Why the City of Aspen?

The Aspen Police Department serves the unique mountain town and community of Aspen, Colorado, nestled within four square-miles of the Roaring Fork Valley. We serve with the guiding philosophy that we must build consenting relationships within our community to be able to garner mutual trust. We work to enhance the safety, security, and feeling of wellbeing for residents and visitors alike by providing a variety of services with professionalism, compassion, and empathy. We consider the public the police, and the police members of the public.

At the Aspen Police Department, we're also more than policing. We're unique and we're multifaceted. We come from a line of ski instructors and dance performers, from journalists and caretakers.

Our ideal police candidates will have excellent customer service skills and a willingness to go the extra mile to help someone. Experience in counseling and / or therapy is a plus. We actively seek non-traditional police candidates. So, wear your stripes proudly : be who you are and be extraordinary.

We promote and support the City of Aspen's organizational values that include service, partnership, stewardship, and partnership. If you embody the following, we want to connect with you!

The Aspen Police Department is looking for individuals with a desire to positively impact the community as a Police Officer! This is a unique opportunity to develop critical skills as you train to successfully complete a variety of Law Enforcement and Public Safety courses necessary for attaining a Police Officer I (one) position to include Colorado Police Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification. Lateral transfer applicants also considered.

See list of disqualifiers here

Job Title : Police Officer

Department : Police

Classification : Non-Exempt

Position Summary : Attends, participates, and successfully completes a variety of Law Enforcement and Public Safety training necessary to attain a Police Officer I or II position to include Colorado Police Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification, consistent with the organization's values and mission statement.

Supervision Exercised and Received : Position works under the general supervision of the Field Training Sergeant.

Essential Job Functions :

Academy

Patrol (Academy)

Documentation

Investigation

Court Testimony

Qualifications

City Organizational Values

Other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies Displays the following key competencies in the overall job performance to include knowledge, skills, and abilities :

Minimum Requirements :

Education : Associate degree in a relevant field (or combined other experience), such as criminal justice. Must be at least 21 years of age.

Experience : One year of experience in Customer Service.

Technical Knowledge : Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook (Email), and a basic understanding of computers and online computer-based technology applications, which includes accessing web-based platforms.

Licenses & Certifications : Must possess a valid Colorado driver's license or be able to obtain one within 30 days of start date. Must complete FEMA ICS 100 and 200 within Police Officer Training period.

NOTE : Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required abilities, knowledge, and skills as determined by the City of Aspen may be substituted for the requirements above.

Preferred Candidate : Colorado POST Certification.

NOTE : This position requires candidate to satisfactorily pass a criminal background check, physical examination, polygraph test, drug test, and psychological examination upon hire.

Position Type and Work Hours :

Work Environment :

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The application must be filled out completely; stating "see resume" anywhere in the application, is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.

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