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Salary : $75,275.20 - $96,075.20 Annually
Location : Mead
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 23-00017
Department : Police Department
Opening Date : 01 / 09 / 2024
Closing Date : Continuous
Why work for the Town of Mead?
The Town of Mead is a small, enchanting community that's creating a buzz as one of the best places to live, work, and play.
Our quaint little town includes many families who are attracted to Mead's safe and friendly community, great schools, and ideal location.
It's where quality of life meets happy living.
The Town offers a full range of municipal services including animal services, building inspections, code enforcement, community development, economic development, municipal court, parks and recreation, planning, police, public works, and utilities.
The Board of Trustees and Town Manager are committed to providing exemplary municipal services for residents and visitors in a collaborative and transparent manner.
We are dedicated to responsible growth, reliable infrastructure, public safety, fiscal stability, and a connected community.
Our organization seeks to create opportunities for employees through inclusive engagement practices, focusing on teamwork, and investing in people.
We value and respect a diverse workforce, innovated ideas, and are committed to promoting an equitable, fair, and just employment environment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.
Mead Police Department Pay Rates
Police Officer Level One - $36.19 per hour
Policer Officer Level Two - $38.00 per hour
Police Officer Level Three - $39.90 per hour (this has been identified as the Lateral 1 entry point)
Police Officer Level Four - $41.90 per hour (this has been identified as the Lateral 2 entry point)
Police Officer Level Five - $43.99 per hour (this has been identified as the Lateral 3 entry point)
Police Officer Level Six - $46.19 per hour
Lateral 1 requires at least four (4) years of prior law enforcement experience
Time worked as a corrections / jail deputy will be credited up to 50% (e.g. two (2) years working in the jail two (2) years Patrol experience will count for the four (4) years' experience for this level only)
Lateral 2 requires at least five (5) years of prior law enforcement patrol experience*
Lateral 3 requires at least six (6) years of prior law enforcement patrol experience*
Lateral 2 and 3 levels do not consider time worked as a corrections / jail deputy
Summary of Duties
Minimum Qualifications
Disqualifications
Any instances of the following criteria may be grounds for disqualification of an applicant from the selection process for any position with the Mead Police Department.
If it is determined you were dishonest or provided false information during the hiring process you will be permanently removed from all selection processes.
Drug / Alcohol Use :
Driving Record :
Charges (not final disposition) within the previous 3 years to include serious bodily injury or death to another while operating a motor vehicle;
revocation or loss of driving privileges by government or court order (unless by judgement); habitual traffic offender; Driving Under the Influence / Impairment of alcohol or drugs.
Dismissed cases will be evaluated.
Criminal History :
Character :
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
General Working Conditions
Physical Demands :
Work Environment :
Equipment Used :
Frequent use of motor vehicle, computer, and communication equipment.
The Town of Mead offers a comprehensive benefit package and pays a major portion of the employee premium to make these benefits more affordable for our employees.
Coverage begins on the 1st of the month following the date of hire, unless otherwise noted. Full time employees may participate in the following benefits :
Insurance :
The Town of Mead's medical, vision, dental, and life insurance provider is Colorado Employer Benefit Trust (CEBT). The town pays 100% of employee coverage and 50% of employee's covered dependents for the least expensive plan.
Medical : Employees may choose to enroll in one of following medical plan options which have a broad network of doctors, hospitals and health providers :
Dental : A comprehensive dental program is available that provides access to a broad network of dental providers. Coverage is through Delta Dental.
Vision : Employees that choose to enroll in our CEBT vision plan may take advantage of benefits that include coverage towards contacts and glasses.
Life and Dependent Life : The Town of Mead provides basic life coverage up to $50,000 for employees who are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
Additional coverage may be purchased through a voluntary life insurance program.
Short Term / Long Term Disability * : The Town's short-term and long-term disability coverage is provided by The Hartford Group.
Premium costs for employees who are scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week is paid for 100% by the Town. Long-term disability coverage is effective the first month following 60 days of employment.
LTD does not apply to Police due to FPPA benefits.
Spending Accounts :
The Town offers a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account through Alerus. The Town matches medical account contributions up to $500 / year for eligible employees.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) : Employees have the option to contribute to their FSA which can be used to pay for qualifying medical, dental and vision expenses.
Dependent Care FSA : Dependent care FSA allows for reimbursement of dependent childcare or elder day care expenses on a tax favored basis.
Retirement Benefits :
The Town offers a 457 defined contribution plan through Nationwide. The Town matches up to 5% of an employee's pay. Commissioned police officers are not eligible for the Town match.
For 2024, the maximum contribution (employee and employer) is $23,000 annually. Catch-up provisions are up to $7,500 for those aged 50 and older.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) :
Our EAP provides free and confidential short-term counseling to help employees with a variety of personal challenges. Other services and resources are offered through Triad's EAP.
Wellness Program :
The Town of Mead values employees' health and well-being. The wellness program is designed to empower employees to engage in healthy activities and lifestyles.
The Town believes that educational opportunities and an emphasis on well-being leads to an increase in employee morale and positive impact on overall health - healthy employees are happier and more productive.
Other Benefits and Services :
To help meet the challenge of balancing our work and personal lives, a variety of additional benefits are available to our employees, including : Teladoc, Marathon Health wellness services, CVS / Caremark Prescription Card, Bereavement Leave and a Tuition Reimbursement program.
Paid Time Off :
Full time employees* will be provided with paid time off that accrues based on years of service as indicated below. Commissioned Police Officers are listed on a separate chart.
Full-Time Regular Employee : Years of EmploymentHours Accrued per Pay PeriodHours Accrued per MonthHours Accrued per YearMaximum Accrual
First 12 months 5.23 11.33 135.96 203.94
1 through 5 6.77 14.66 175.92 263.88
6 through 10 8.31 18.00 216.00 324.00
11 through 15 9.84 21.33 255.96 383.94
16 through 20 11.38 24.63 295.92 443.88
Part-time employees working 20-39 hours receive a percentage of the full-time vacation benefit.
The Town of Mead observes 12 paid holidays per year :
BENEFITS EXCLUSIVE TO COMMISSIONED POLICE OFFICERS
Pension Benefits - Police Only (FPPA) :
The Town's commissioned police officers are covered by a defined benefit pension plan through the Fire and Police Pension Association (FPPA).
2024 employee / employer contribution rates are 12% / 9.5%, respectively.
Disability Benefits - Police Only (FPPA) :
The Town's full time commissioned police officers are covered by the Statewide Death & Disability Plan through FPPA. Benefits provide 24-hour coverage, both on and off duty.
The Town currently covers 100% of the premium which is 3.4% of the employee's base pay.
Paid Time Off :
Full time police officers* will be provided with paid time off which accrues based on years of service as indicated below.
Commissioned Police Officers : Years of EmploymentHours Accrued per Pay PeriodHours Accrued per MonthHours Accrued per YearMaximum Accrual
First 12 months 8.92 19.32 231.92 298.94
1 through 5 10.46 22.65 271.88 359.88
6 through 10 12.00 26.00 311.96 420.00
11 through 15 13.54 29.34 352.04 479.94
16 through 20 15.07 32.66 391.88 539.88
Part-time employees working 20-39 hours receive a percentage of the full-time vacation benefit.
Do you have a valid Driver's License?
Has any Driver's License ever been suspended or revoked, or have you been involved as a driver in a motor vehicle accident within the last 36 months?
If yes, please explain below.
Do you currently have automobile insurance?
Do you possess State of Colorado POST Certification?
If you are in a police academy, what is your anticipated date of graduation and POST Certification?
If you are an out-of-state applicant, do you possess State of Colorado POST Provisional Certification?
N / A
If not, are you able to obtain Provisional Certification prior to employment?
N / A
Do you have a High School diploma or GED?
Required Question
Last updated : 2024-03-08
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