Police Officer (Lateral, POST-cerfified)

City of Northglenn • Northglenn, CO

76d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Northglenn Police Department is currently accepting applications for POST Certified Police Officer. Applicants must be Colorado POST Certified or currently be in a Colorado approved POST certified academy. Work is scheduled on a rotating shift basis (Days, Swings, and) and includes holidays and overtime. The City of Northglenn is committed to diversity, inclusivity and social equity both in the workplace and as part of a governmental organization that serves the Northglenn community. The City believes in the dignity of the individual and that each employee who is hired has the potential to make a unique contribution to the organization and the community. The Northglenn Police Department commits to providing exceptional police services that promote a safe and peaceful community. The members of the Northglenn Police Department are a dedicated team committed to protect life and property, reduce crime, and promote peaceful neighborhoods. We achieve this through strong community partnerships, collaborative problem-solving and ethical enforcement of the law.

Requirements

• Must be Colorado POST Certified or currently be in a Colorado approved POST certified academy.
• If you are not currently Post Certified (or currently in approved police academy) you will not be considered for this position, and your application will be denied.
• Must have a minimum of one (1) year of experience as a certified police officer working in a patrol capacity by the date of hire.
• Your peace officer certification must still be active and in good standing with the State of Colorado POST.
• Laterals from other states – must be currently certified as a police officer in another state with ability to obtain Colorado post certification within state and department deadlines.
• Out of state Police Officers: May apply and be hired under a provisional certification but must be able to obtain Colorado POST certification within 6 months from date of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree and higher desired, however, not required.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing traffic and criminal laws
• Apprehending criminals
• Maintaining order
• Answering calls for service
• Conducting investigations
• Educating the public regarding public safety issues and crime prevention
• Prepares written reports and field notes of investigations and patrol activities
• Apprehending criminals and testifying in court

Benefits

• $5,000 one-time cash award for POST certified applicants upon successful completion of the FTO program.
• An additional $5,000 cash award is available upon the successful completion of probationary period (12 months).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree