Police Officer
City of Edgewater•Edgewater, CO
•$73,022 - $109,798•Onsite
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.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
