Police Officer - Lateral or POST Certified (81486)

TOWN OF ERIE • Erie, CO

3d • $43 - $55 • Onsite

About The Position

The Erie Police Department has an exceptional opportunity for law enforcement professionals to join our rapidly growing department and community as a Police Officer. We are one of the best departments in the state and serving one of the top ten safest communities in Colorado; we are seeking individuals with a proven track record of excellence and integrity. At Erie, being a police officer means upholding the highest standards of professionalism, compassion, and community service. We pride ourselves on being progressive, customer-focused, and dedicated to best practices, as well as federal, state, and local laws. Join a department committed to making a meaningful impact while fostering strong community relationships. ➡️ Please Note: If you are not currently Colorado P.O.S.T. certified or are not actively pursuing a Colorado P.O.S.T. Certification at the time of your application, your application will not be considered. If you are looking for a sponsorship and employment, please consider our Police Cadet opportunity, now open through 01/30/2026. If you are an out-of-state certified officer and looking to transfer, please start your transfer process with Colorado P.O.S.T. as soon as possible in order to be considered.

Requirements

• To qualify for this position, an applicant must be Colorado P.O.S.T. certified or, for out-of-state applicants, must have the ability to successfully challenge the Colorado P.O.S.T. and obtain certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, polygraph, drug screen, psychological, and physical exams.
• Must be able to attain and maintain a variety of law enforcement certifications.
• Valid Colorado Driver's License and satisfactory driving record.
• State of Colorado Peace Officers Standards Certificate (POST Certification).

Responsibilities

• Respond to priority calls regarding public disturbances, criminal, civil, or emergency situations. May provide emergency medical assistance, control traffic, and otherwise ensure attention is given to public safety.
• Detect and prevent criminal activities by surveillance of assigned business and residential areas. Note possible criminal occurrences and takes steps to prevent criminal actions. Promote crime prevention by initiating contact with businesses and residents, including explaining applicable laws, soliciting cooperation in crime reporting, and otherwise creating good rapport with citizens.
• Investigate crime scenes or accidents and assist other officers. Protect evidence, takes testimony from witnesses, and assists detectives in specialized investigations.
• Enforce traffic laws, vehicle codes, and promotes traffic safety.
• Make arrests as appropriate.
• Directs traffic, reports unsafe road conditions, and otherwise promotes vehicular and pedestrian safety.
• Prepare a variety of daily reports and logs.
• Provide a variety of related police services, including transport of prisoners, assistance to motorists, and mediation of family disturbances.
• May conduct or assist with in-depth investigations involving felonies or other serious offenses and work closely with District Attorneys regarding cases.
• Conduct a variety of community-oriented policing activities to include participating in Erie’s Community Police Academy, business and community participation, working with community groups, conducting welfare checks, etc.
• Prepare and provides testimony in court and works with prosecution attorneys.
• Provide code enforcement and animal control activities as needed. Issue appropriate citations and take immediate action to mitigate problems and disputes.
• At advanced levels, may be assigned as a Field Training Officer.

Benefits

• Robust Medical, Dental and Vision plans including spouse, domestic partner and family coverage options
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Plans
• Employer paid Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) reimbursement up to $750 per year for numerous health/wellness purchases
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program
• Robust Extended Sick Leave (ESL) and family sick leave program
• 48 hours of Colorado Sick Leave preloaded on the 1st of every year; pro-rated at time of hire
• 3 ½ Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year (increases with years of service)
• 40 hours of pre-loaded Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Fifteen (15) Paid Holidays
• Twenty-Four (24) Hours of Paid Volunteer Leave
• Up to 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave for bonding with a new child
• Option to “sell back” PTO after two years of continuous employment
• 457 Retirement Plan, with a 5% employer match and immediate 100% vesting in your deferral AND employer contributions
• Education reimbursement up to $3,000 per year
• Individual free membership to the Erie Community Center and steep discounts on couple or family memberships
• Employer sponsored wellness program, including employee-based fitness classes
• Childcare benefits which includes 10% discount to any KinderCare location in Colorado
• Half-off charging at Town-owned EV charging stations
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Discount Program through Benefits Hub
• Eligible for discount Dell Computer program
• Onsite/virtual trainings for growth and development opportunities
• We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)-qualified employer!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED