What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Sergeant - Patrol position at City of Cañon City?
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**ABOUT THE CITY**
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Cañon City is proud of their rich heritage and many cultural and artistic venues. Located in the Southcentral portion of Colorado, it is a Home Rule Municipality and the county seat of Fremont County. It is a Council-Administrator form of government with the Administrator reporting directly to the City Council. Cañon City was founded in 1858 during the Pike's Peak Gold Rush and was originally intended as a commercial center for mining in South Park and the upper Arkansas River. With a city population of over 16,700, Cañon City straddles the easterly flowing Arkansas River and is a popular tourist destination for whitewater rafting, sightseeing and rock climbing.
**ABOUT THE POSITION**
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Under limited supervision, supervises and performs the police patrol or investigative duties of an assigned shift or unit of the Cañon City Police Department, to assist and protect the lives and property of Cañon City residents, business owners, and visitors. Supervises and manages all assigned staff to include hiring, training, coaching, and evaluating performance.
Performs the full range of duties of subordinate officers/detectives, such as patrolling in marked or unmarked police cars, responding to calls, intervening in disputes, investigating criminal cases, controlling traffic, writing reports, preparing legal paperwork, issuing citations, making arrests, consulting with prosecutors, testifying in court, and transporting suspects to jail.
NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all requirements associated with the position. Additional information about the job, including environmental conditions and physical requirements, can be found on the job posting.
**HOW TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION**
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To view the full job posting and benefits information visit: [City of Canon City - Job Opportunities](https://talent.paylocity.com/Talent/Jobs/List?publicLinkKey=644daf2f-92c0-4120-8ba7-176da228e4ed){rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}
**JOB PROFILE**
**Department: Police Department **
**Reports To:** **Law Enforcement Commander**
**Hourly Wage Rate: $36.79-$45.07**
**FLSA Status:** **Full-Time Non-Exempt**
**Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday May 3, 2026**
**ABOUT THE CITY**
** **
Cañon City is proud of their rich heritage and many cultural and artistic venues. Located in the Southcentral portion of Colorado, it is a Home Rule Municipality and the county seat of Fremont County. It is a Council-Administrator form of government with the Administrator reporting directly to the City Council. Cañon City was founded in 1858 during the Pike's Peak Gold Rush and was originally intended as a commercial center for mining in South Park and the upper Arkansas River. With a city population of over 16,700, Cañon City straddles the easterly flowing Arkansas River and is a popular tourist destination for whitewater rafting, sightseeing and rock climbing.
**ABOUT THE POSITION**
** **
Under limited supervision, supervises and performs the police patrol or investigative duties of an assigned shift or unit of the Cañon City Police Department, to assist and protect the lives and property of Cañon City residents, business owners, and visitors. Supervises and manages all assigned staff to include hiring, training, coaching, and evaluating performance.
Performs the full range of duties of subordinate officers/detectives, such as patrolling in marked or unmarked police cars, responding to calls, intervening in disputes, investigating criminal cases, controlling traffic, writing reports, preparing legal paperwork, issuing citations, making arrests, consulting with prosecutors, testifying in court, and transporting suspects to jail.
NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all requirements associated with the position. Additional information about the job, including environmental conditions and physical requirements, can be found on the job posting.
**HOW TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION**
** **
To view the full job posting and benefits information visit: [City of Canon City - Job Opportunities](https://talent.paylocity.com/Talent/Jobs/List?publicLinkKey=644daf2f-92c0-4120-8ba7-176da228e4ed){rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}
**JOB PROFILE**
**Department: Police Department **
**Reports To:** **Law Enforcement Commander**
**Hourly Wage Rate: $36.79-$45.07**
**FLSA Status:** **Full-Time Non-Exempt**
**Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday May 3, 2026**
Salary : $37 - $45