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Police Recruit (FT)
$61k-71k (estimate)
Full Time
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Longmont Police Department is Hiring a Police Recruit (FT) Near Longmont, CO
Job Announcement 20240003 Police Recruit
CLOSING DATE: February 29, 2024
APPLY ONLINE AT LONGMONTCOLORADO.GOV/JOBS
Department: Public Safety Division: Police Services
2024 Starting Pay: Step 1: $6,122 per month
Regular Full-time – SHIFT WORK REQUIRED
Benefits include:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending, FPPA Defined Benefit Plan, Term Life & AD&D, Long Term Disability, Bereavement, Jury & Witness Duty, FMLA, Military Leave, Sick, Vacation, Holiday pay, EAP, Tuition Assistance. Other benefits: Optional, employee elected, voluntary benefits are available.
Incentives Include:
CLOSING DATE: February 29, 2024
APPLY ONLINE AT LONGMONTCOLORADO.GOV/JOBS
Department: Public Safety Division: Police Services
2024 Starting Pay: Step 1: $6,122 per month
Regular Full-time – SHIFT WORK REQUIRED
Benefits include:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending, FPPA Defined Benefit Plan, Term Life & AD&D, Long Term Disability, Bereavement, Jury & Witness Duty, FMLA, Military Leave, Sick, Vacation, Holiday pay, EAP, Tuition Assistance. Other benefits: Optional, employee elected, voluntary benefits are available.
Incentives Include:
- Duty Firearm will be provided. Additionally, interest-free loans are available for future weapons purchases.
- All uniform, belts, holsters, and other equipment, including ballistic body armor and plates, with the exception of footwear, is provided.
- Ballistic armor is replaced every five years at no cost to the employee.
- Officers also receive a biannual equipment allowance of $200 ($400 yearly)
- Spanish/English bilingual skills are desirable. Supplemental pay of $50-$200/month is available for bilingual skills demonstrated through testing.
This is an Academy Only Process to identify candidates for Police Recruit Step 1 position(s) Only.PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
In a training capacity, protect life and property and manage conflict through the enforcement of applicable laws and City ordinances; control traffic flow, perform investigative work, and participate in and provide support and assistance to special crime prevention, community, problem-solving and enforcement programs; work with the community to resolve conflicts, problems and mutual concerns; perform a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the Department. Requires completion of a Colorado State Sanctioned Training Academy training program, or completion of Colorado State POST equivalency exam, and demonstrated personal skill sets that affirm community values and mission.
This is an entry-level class in the Police Officer series. This class is distinguished from Police Officers by participation in a formal training program to become certified as a Police Officer in the State of Colorado and/or to complete the Longmont Field Training Program.
Police personnel work with community members to analyze crime and other problems and attend/participate in community meetings to create an environment in which community members are motivated to assist in the implementation of problem-solving strategies. New police officers will be assigned to the Patrol Services Division which provides around-the-clock patrols to deter and detect crime, enforce traffic laws, and conduct investigations of crime and traffic incidents. Officers are assigned to a designated area on one of four overlapping watches to ensure continuous coverage of the City. Hours and days off will vary depending on shift assignment. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
In a training capacity, protect life and property and manage conflict through the enforcement of applicable laws and City ordinances; control traffic flow, perform investigative work, and participate in and provide support and assistance to special crime prevention, community, problem-solving and enforcement programs; work with the community to resolve conflicts, problems and mutual concerns; perform a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the Department. Requires completion of a Colorado State Sanctioned Training Academy training program, or completion of Colorado State POST equivalency exam, and demonstrated personal skill sets that affirm community values and mission.
This is an entry-level class in the Police Officer series. This class is distinguished from Police Officers by participation in a formal training program to become certified as a Police Officer in the State of Colorado and/or to complete the Longmont Field Training Program.
Police personnel work with community members to analyze crime and other problems and attend/participate in community meetings to create an environment in which community members are motivated to assist in the implementation of problem-solving strategies. New police officers will be assigned to the Patrol Services Division which provides around-the-clock patrols to deter and detect crime, enforce traffic laws, and conduct investigations of crime and traffic incidents. Officers are assigned to a designated area on one of four overlapping watches to ensure continuous coverage of the City. Hours and days off will vary depending on shift assignment. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma or GED and a minimum of sixty (60) semester hours of college-level credit are required.
- College-level credit requirement may be waived with a signed agreement to complete sixty (60) semester hours of college-level credit within five (5) years of the hire date.
Additional requirements:
- Must be at least 21 years of age by the date of hire.
- Possession of a valid Colorado Driver License.
- Meet the minimum qualifications of the Colorado POST Board as defined by CRS 24-31- 303, 24-31-304, and 24-31-305.
- Ability to successfully complete a Colorado POST-approved basic training academy, obtain and maintain Colorado POST Basic Certification, and complete the Longmont Police Field Training Program within one year. Applicants possessing a Colorado POST Basic Certification who do not meet the minimum qualifications for the Police Officer position will be considered a Police Recruit.
- Obtain certifications in CPR, Intoxilyzer and a variety of less lethal weaponry and tactics.
- Must be able to satisfy the Employment Authorization Requirements as outlined on the Colorado POST website https://post.colorado.gov/certification/non-united-statescitizens-eligibility
- New employees will be required to sign an employment agreement for reimbursement of expenses if voluntary resignation occurs within 2 years of the hire date.
The selection process includes:
application review, written exam, physical ability course, assessment center, oral & integrity interviews, background investigation including credit history, criminal history & driver’s history, psychological evaluation, medical exam and drug screen.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
CITY APPLICATION (required) must be successfully submitted. All applications MUST be submitted through our website www.Longmontcolorado.gov/jobs no later than 11:59 pm on FEBRUARY 29, 2024. For information regarding this selection process contact Master Police Officer Ethan Harper (720-815-8366/ ethan.harper@longmontcolorado.gov) or Master Police Officer Ryan Douglas (720-438- 0088 / ryan.douglas@longmontcolorado.gov). The City of Longmont offers Equal Opportunity for employment to all qualified applicants. It is the policy of the City of Longmont not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, veteran status, or disability unless related to a bona fide occupational requirement. If you need special assistance in the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department in advance to make arrangements.
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Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$61k-71k (estimate)
POST DATE
01/24/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
06/13/2024
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