Police Officer - Lateral or POST Certified

Town of Erie • Erie, CO

3d • $43 - $59 • 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.

Requirements

• 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)

Nice To Haves

• School Resource Officer (SRO)
• K-9 Officer
• Traffic Detective
• Field Training Officer (FTO)
• Drone Officer
• Bike Patrol
• SWAT
• Honor Guard
• LGBTQ+ Liaison
• Peer Support

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)
• 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

What This Job Offers

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