Police Officer Trainee (FT)

The Town of Parker • Parker, CO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Parker Police Department is seeking passionate individuals to apply for our sponsored Police Recruit program. This sponsored position attends the Level 1 Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Board Certification Academy. Upon successful completion of the Academy and obtaining a Level 1 P.O.S.T. Certification, this position transitions to a full-time Police Officer in the Patrol Division of the Parker Police Department. Prior to hire, but following successful completion of the background process, a training agreement for this sponsorship is required. This agreement binds the Recruit/Trainee to a two (2) year employment commitment to the Town of Parker Police Department with outlined sanctions if not fulfilled. This position performs duties deemed to be safety sensitive. Employees holding this position participate in pre-employment and random drug testing under Town’s policies.

Requirements

• Must be twenty (21) years of age by completion of the P.O.S.T. Academy.
• Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 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.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of human nature, human problems, and problem-solving methods.
• Skill in interpersonal communications skills.
• Ability to attend a full-time P.O.S.T. certified Police Academy as identified by the Parker Police Department.
• Ability to successfully complete the Police Academy and obtain a Level 1 Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Board certification.
• Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision.
• Ability to learn and interpret relevant town, state, and federal laws, regulations, and policies.
• Ability to retain knowledge of modern police principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment.
• Ability to read and write the English language effectively.
• Ability to perform work which requires good physical condition.
• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions and the ability to issue clear concise verbal and or written instructions.
• Ability to problem solve and function under pressure.
• Ability to successfully complete a background check including but not limited to: criminal history search, drug screen, motor vehicle record (MVR) check, polygraph, psychological and physical examination and physical agility test is required.

Nice To Haves

• Formal education, often achieved through completion of a bachelor’s or associate degree, in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attends a P.O.S.T Academy selected by the Parker Police Department.
• Attendance consists of a minimum of five hundred and fifty-six (556) hours of state-mandated training, at the dates and times outlined by the course curriculum and P.O.S.T. Academy Director.
• Communicates with the Police Department throughout the P.O.S.T Academy.
• The progress of the Recruit/Trainee is monitored and input provided by the Department for the duration of the same.
• Attends meetings and/or briefings as determined by Patrol Command Staff.
• Upon obtaining P.O.S.T. Certification, the Recruit/Trainee will be assigned a Police Officer position and must, at that time, review and acknowledge the job description for that position.

Benefits

• Academy costs covered
• Annual salary of $74,880 ($36.00/hr) during academy
• Upon graduation, transition to Police Officer 1 with an annual salary of $89,897.60
• High pay for officers in the State of Colorado
• Community provides unmatched support for law enforcement professionals
• Eligible to apply for special assignments, duties, and instructorships (DOE) after successfully completing a twelve-month probationary period as a Police Officer 1
• Ongoing training
• Career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

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