Lateral Police Officer - Training Unit

City of Thornton • Thornton, CO

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About The Position

The Thornton Police Department is hiring a full-time, lateral Training Officer in its Training Unit within the Administration Division. This is a non-supervisory police officer position that assists with developing, coordinating, and delivering Department training, including in-service and Colorado POST-approved academy training. The position is a five-year rotating assignment, subject to successful annual evaluation, and may become a core assignment at the Department’s discretion. If it is not converted to a core assignment, the officer will transfer to the Patrol Division after completing the rotation. Established Department seniority practices apply.

The role also falls within the Police Officer classification. Under specified supervision, the officer performs public safety and law enforcement functions to protect the community and enforce federal, state, and municipal laws. Duties may include patrol, investigations, crime prevention, report writing, evidence collection, court testimony, public assistance and education, responding to calls, and working with other jurisdictions and courts. Officers may work varying schedules or shifts and may be required to work overtime. The position requires use of respiratory protection equipment and compliance with associated medical and fit-testing requirements.

The Department describes a workplace culture that values teamwork, leadership, accountability, safety, integrity, service, and ongoing personal and professional development. This is a lateral position only.

Requirements

• Currently certified as a Colorado Peace Officer through Colorado POST; provisional certification is also accepted in the Police Officer qualifications.
• At least two years of police patrol experience; outside experience will be evaluated for equivalency to Thornton Police Officer duties.
• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license with a safe driving record.
• Ability to complete required medical and fit testing and wear SCBA gear and/or respiratory protection.
• Ability to physically restrain combative individuals and protect oneself and others in threatening situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, prepare accurate reports, apply laws and departmental procedures, and establish effective working relationships.

Nice To Haves

• Colorado POST instructor certifications are preferred but not required.
• Strong interest in training and developing officers.
• Effective instructional, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development, coordination, and delivery of Department training, including in-service and Colorado POST-approved academy training.
• Perform law enforcement and public safety functions, including patrol, investigations, crime prevention, responding to calls, and enforcing applicable laws.
• Prepare police reports and other documentation; collect and preserve evidence and crime scenes; follow up on cases; and testify in court.
• Provide information and assistance to the public and conduct community policing, public relations, and public education activities.
• Intervene in disputes, apprehend suspects, make arrests, issue citations, conduct preliminary investigations, and restore order at scenes.
• Coordinate and interact with other jurisdictions, law enforcement agencies, and courts.
• Research and complete special projects, including policy and municipal ordinance development.
• Use required respiratory equipment and comply with applicable SCBA and respiratory-protection physical, medical, and fit-testing requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Annual police officer step increases on anniversary dates.
• Longevity pay of an additional 2% of base salary for every five years of service, up to 12%.
• Sworn officers contribute 12% pre-tax to the FPPA Defined Benefit Plan in lieu of Social Security.
• Deferred Compensation Plan (457 plan) administered by Nationwide; the City matches one-half of an employee’s voluntary pre-tax contribution up to 1%.
• Eligible retirees may continue City healthcare benefits until Medicare eligibility or age 65, whichever comes first, subject to the stated service and age criteria.
• Officers are outfitted upon appointment, excluding firearms and footwear.
• Annual uniform allowance of $950.

What This Job Offers

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