Police Recruit

City of Arvada • Arvada, CO

18h • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Arvada is seeking a Police Recruit to attend and successfully complete a Colorado P.O.S.T. law enforcement training academy. Upon graduation, the starting salary will be $43.54/hour. This role involves developing knowledge and skills specific to law enforcement, maintaining physical fitness, and passing the Colorado P.O.S.T. certification test. The position also includes completing ride-alongs, reviewing department rules, and potentially providing court testimony. The recruit will operate a City-owned motor vehicle for various work locations.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Successfully pass a polygraph, psychological exam, drug screen, and an extensive background check.
• A valid Colorado driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required.
• Bachelor’s degree (BA, BS, BBA)
• Ability to learn basic computer programs in use at the police department.
• Ability to effectively communicate information, both verbally and in writing, to support organizational objectives and interact with all levels of personnel within the city in a positive and cooperative manner.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• The ability to obtain certification in job-related functions such as: Intoxilyzer.
• Self-defense and arrest tactics.
• Emergency vehicle operations.
• Firearms proficiency.
• Good health and fitness levels.

Responsibilities

• Attends and successfully completes a certified Colorado law enforcement training academy.
• Develops knowledge, skills, and abilities specific to the training criteria.
• Maintains physical fitness.
• Passes P.O.S.T. certification testing for the State of Colorado.
• Completes ride-a-longs with police officers during the academy.
• Reviews personnel and department rules and regulations.
• Provides court testimony and case preparation for all cases including traffic, criminal or civil requiring the officer’s presence or the officer’s reports in municipal, state, or federal court.
• Frequently operates a personal or City-owned motor vehicle to drive to and from work locations throughout the City.
• Familiarize themselves with the City of Arvada and the Arvada Police Department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Sick leave (Temporary, Variable Hour and Health Plan Eligible employees will earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum cap of 48 hours).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees