What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at Commerce City?
General Purpose
Candidates must be Colorado P.O.S.T certified by the date of hire to be considered for this position.
We are seeking a diverse group of individuals to join our team as Police Officers. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive community by providing fair and equal treatment to all individuals.
As a Police Officer, you will be responsible for upholding the law, protecting citizens, and enforcing regulations professionally and respectfully. Your duties will include patrolling assigned areas, responding to emergencies, investigating incidents, and providing assistance to those in need.
**Commerce City will match pay with experience (excludes corrections, jail, or military police)**
Hiring Bonus: $7,500
Step A: $80,549.52
Step B: $89,361.83
Step C: $98,174.14
Step D: $106,986.45
Step E: $115,798.76
If you are committed to serving your community and have a passion for justice, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position. We offer a competitive salary and generous benefits package : health and wellness benefits, a 10% retirement contribution match and a 50% match up to 4% 457 Deferred Compensation match, PTO, and ongoing training and development opportunities. Join us in making a difference and creating a safer, more inclusive community for all.
Be A Part Of It and contribute to the vibrant growth and development of Commerce City as we strive to provide exceptional services and foster a thriving community.
Please review the full job description here!
Pathway to the Badge
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must be Colorado P.O.S.T certified by the date of hire to be considered for this position.
We are seeking a diverse group of individuals to join our team as Police Officers. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive community by providing fair and equal treatment to all individuals.
As a Police Officer, you will be responsible for upholding the law, protecting citizens, and enforcing regulations professionally and respectfully. Your duties will include patrolling assigned areas, responding to emergencies, investigating incidents, and providing assistance to those in need.
**Commerce City will match pay with experience (excludes corrections, jail, or military police)**
Hiring Bonus: $7,500
Step A: $80,549.52
Step B: $89,361.83
Step C: $98,174.14
Step D: $106,986.45
Step E: $115,798.76
If you are committed to serving your community and have a passion for justice, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position. We offer a competitive salary and generous benefits package : health and wellness benefits, a 10% retirement contribution match and a 50% match up to 4% 457 Deferred Compensation match, PTO, and ongoing training and development opportunities. Join us in making a difference and creating a safer, more inclusive community for all.
Be A Part Of It and contribute to the vibrant growth and development of Commerce City as we strive to provide exceptional services and foster a thriving community.
Please review the full job description here!
Pathway to the Badge
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 21 years old
- Possess a valid Colorado driver's license
- Earned a High School Diploma or a General Education Development (GED) or high school equivalency certificate
- Earned a Colorado P.O.S.T. Peace Officer's Certification
- Prior law enforcement or military experience
- Spanish language fluency
- Bilingual language skills, or American Sign Language skills
- Postsecondary education, excluding law enforcement academy
- Applicant who has applied and has been dismissed from a Police Officer hiring process for the Commerce City Police Department within the last twelve (12) months
- Applicant has a felony conviction
- Applicant was Court Martialed for a crime that is the equivalent of a felony under state or federal law or received a Dishonorable or Less Than Honorable Discharge from the U.S. military
- Applicant has a conviction for a crime that prevents applicant's ability to retain their Colorado P.O.S.T. certification as a peace officer
- Applicant has legally or illegally possessed or consumed marijuana, or any of its derivatives in any form, in the last twelve (12) months
- Applicant's driver's license has been revoked or suspended in the last twelve (12) months
- Applicant's driver's license has been revoked or suspended two (2) or more times in the last five (5) years
- Applicant has illegally sold, manufactured or distributed any controlled substance, prescription drug, steroid or marijuana, or any of its derivatives in any form, in the last ten (10) years
- Applicant has a conviction or deferred judgment for an alcohol-related driving offense in the last five (5) years
- Applicant has two (2) or more convictions or deferred judgments for an alcohol-related driving offense in the last seven (7) years
- Applicant has had a conviction or deferred judgment for hit and run, or failure to remain at the scene of an accident in the last five (5) years
Salary : $89,362 - $115,799
