Police Officer

City of Edgewater • Edgewater, CO

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About The Position

The Edgewater Police Department is seeking enthusiastic and team-oriented individuals to immediately fill the position of POST-Certified Police Officer. The City of Edgewater is a city of approximately 5,000 residents nestled between the cities of Denver, Wheat Ridge, and Lakewood. Edgewater offers a unique small-town atmosphere within minutes of the downtown Denver area. Edgewater Police Department offers: FPPA Pension Retirement Program Medical, dental, vision individual / family plan Health Reimbursement Account, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance - ($0 monthly expense to Officer Vacation leave, Sick leave, Personal leave, & 12 paid holidays a year Police Officer Step Plan: The Edgewater Police Department has a competitive pay structure with a 7-step plan.Two lateral entry points depending on experience & education.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of police and investigative procedures, processes, and techniques.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Extensive knowledge of criminal law and procedure.
• Ability to correctly and safely handle and operate weapons and police equipment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn investigative tools, applications, and software.
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Graduation from police academy (Colorado POST certified) or currently in academy.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Political Science, Public Administration, or related field preferred.

Benefits

• FPPA Pension Retirement Program
• Medical, dental, vision individual / family plan
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance - ($0 monthly expense to Officer
• Vacation leave
• Sick leave
• Personal leave
• 12 paid holidays a year
• Police Officer Step Plan: The Edgewater Police Department has a competitive pay structure with a 7-step plan

What This Job Offers

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