2027-1B Entry Level Patrol Officer (Group A)

City of Aurora•Aurora, CO

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aurora Civil Service Commission is accepting Entry Level Patrol Officer applications for the Aurora Police Department to establish the 2027-1B Group A Certified Eligibility List. The academy is projected to begin on January 11, 2027 and end on July 8, 2027. The academy dates are subject to change. The Aurora Police Department is looking for individuals who represent diversity in thought and experiences, which are shared by our citizens. Candidates must have strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing. Candidates should possess good interpersonal skills, common sense, and have the ability to problem solve.

Requirements

Entry-Level Police applicants shall be 21 years old by the projected end date of the Academy.
Be a citizen of the United States of America or a person who is lawfully admitted for permanent residence in accordance with the Immigration and Nationality Act.
Have completed a minimum education of high school completion, or GED equivalency.
Must have a valid driver's license and if not a Colorado driver's license, be able to obtain a Colorado driver’s license by the start of the Academy.
Be able to perform minimum essential job functions of the recruit position.
Proficiency in English, both written and verbal, is required.

Nice To Haves

Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
Good interpersonal skills, common sense, and have the ability to problem solve.

Responsibilities

Handle (emergency and non-emergency) calls for service received by our Communications Center.
Investigate and determine what type of, or if, crimes have occurred.
Make sound decisions using knowledge, training and experience.
Positively interact with the public.
Problem solves complex community issues and look for innovative solutions to reduce repeat calls for service.

Benefits

A Glock Model 45 will be furnished by the Department at no cost.
Officers receive a $1500 soft body armor vest allowance once every four years.
All uniforms and equipment are furnished in conformance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
160 hours of personal leave
Contributions to a variety of health insurance plans, including some where the monthly premium is completely covered by the city.
Optional dental, vision and life insurance plans available.
Option to add life insurance coverage for their dependents.
Flexible spending accounts are an option.
Death and disability coverage through the Fire & Police Pension Association (FPPA).
Aurora Police Money Purchase Pension Plan or the Police Defined Benefit Hybrid Option plan.
Officers and the City both contribute 12% bi-weekly into a 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan with a 5-year vestment.
Option to contribute a percentage of their pre-tax salary on a bi-weekly basis into a 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan.
Option to contribute funds (post-tax, and up to a certain dollar amount) into a Roth plan.
Annual in-service training.
Eligible for job-related sponsored training.