Community Services Officer (FT)

The Town of Parker•Parker, CO

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Parker Police Department is seeking a unique professional, proactive, and customer-service-oriented Community Services Officer to join their team. This role involves working directly with residents, businesses, pet owners, and community partners to promote compliance with Town ordinances related to animal care and control, parking enforcement, and municipal code compliance. The officer will use education, problem-solving, and enforcement efforts to preserve the quality of life in Parker. The Parker Police Department values teamwork, innovation, professionalism, and service, seeking employees who take initiative, communicate effectively, and approach challenges with integrity and compassion. The Community Services Officer will collaborate with patrol officers, Community Development staff, residents, and other agencies to address concerns, resolve violations, and support public safety operations. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, responding to calls for service, issuing warnings and citations, investigating ordinance violations, assisting with animal-related incidents, supporting non-emergency patrol operations, and educating the public on Town codes and regulations. This position requires sound judgment, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently while handling a variety of situations professionally and respectfully. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in the community, solving problems, and making a visible impact daily.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by two (2) years of related experience.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Driver's License issued by the State of Colorado for the type of vehicle or equipment operated; safe driving record and a minimum of two (2) years of driving history.
Must be able to pass an extensive background check including but not limited to: criminal history search, job suitability exam, credit check and polygraph examination.
Will not consider any candidate that has used any THC product or marijuana within the last twelve months.

Nice To Haves

An associate’s degree in public administration, public relations, animal behavior, animal science, criminal justice or related field is preferred.
Possession of or ability to obtain State and National Animal Control certifications within eighteen (18) months of hire preferred.
Possession of or ability to obtain one (1) of the following certifications within eighteen (18) months of hire: the Colorado Association of Code Enforcement Officials, the American Association of Code Enforcement, the International Code Council Certified Zoning Officer, or the International Code Council Certified Property Maintenance/Housing Inspector preferred.

Responsibilities

Conducts on-site inspections to assess compliance with Municipal Code and issues notices of violation, warnings, citations, and summonses for Municipal Court.
Enforces animal care and control ordinances and responds to calls for service related to animals.
Enforces parking ordinances in accordance with Town regulations.
Educates residents, landowners, pet owners, and agencies on applicable Town laws, ordinances, and codes, including Titles 6, 7, 8, and 9.
Assists patrol with non-emergency calls for service, including found property, traffic control, trespass notifications, camping violations, and related support.
Collaborates and assists with the Community Development department on related code enforcement activities as needed or required.
Initiates corrective actions to achieve compliance and provides court testimony as required.
Documents enforcement actions, gathers evidence, prepares reports, and maintains accurate records to support compliance efforts.
Supports and participates in community education and outreach activities related to ordinance compliance and animal care.
Performs other related duties as assigned.