Under the general supervision of the Chief of Police and/or Assistant Chief of Police, the sergeant assists in the administration, supervision, line function, and coordination of activities of the police department. As delegated by the Chief of Police, the sergeant assumes full responsibility for the operation of the department in the absence of the Chief of Police and Assistant Chief of Police. For additional information regarding this position including important roles, essential job functions and duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required, materials and equipment used, working environment, and physical activity required, please view the full position description.
Innovation:We promote a forward-thinking environment to generate creative solutions that inspire others as we lead our community.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be of 21 years of age or older at time of appointment. 
• High School diploma or equivalent required. 
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred. 
• Colorado POST Certified or the ability to obtain prior to appointment. 
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in a sworn law enforcement position.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES:

• Must successfully pass a criminal background check with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record. 
• A valid Colorado Drivers License is required at time of hire. 
• Successful completion of pre-employment Polygraph, Psychological, Medical/Drug & Alcohol Testing.
• Completion of any other requirements for Police Officer Certification as required by Colorado POST (e.g. submission of fingerprints to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation).
• Verification of Education.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
Qualified applicants must attach proof of their P.O.S.T. Certification or proof of current enrollment in a Police Academy program with their online application.

If selected to interview, candidates will be expected to participate in oral interviews. Candidates who are selected to proceed after their interview, will participate in a ride-a-long and integrity interview. If a candidate is selected to move forward in the recruitment after their ride-a-long and integrity interview, they may be offered a conditional offer of employment based on their successful completion of polygraph testing, psychological exam, medical examination, and a thorough background check. See "Recruitment Process" for more detailed information.
DISQUALIFIERS 
The Town of Breckenridge has disqualification guidelines for Sworn Officer positions. They generally relate to the following background criteria: integrity, narcotics behavior, driving history, excessive force or violence, financial responsibility and employment history and discipline. These could cause the disqualification of an applicant from the Police Officer process. See Disqualification Guidelines for Police Officer & CSO Applicants for more detailed information.

This position is 'Open Until Filled'. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until suitable candidates are selected.
Potential Housing Available

The Town of Breckenridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are selected for hire, the Town will provide a conditional job offer and check your references and conduct a background review before confirming your job offer and scheduling your orientation. If pre-employment drug-testing; medical testing; credit check; Motor Vehicle Record; Colorado Bureau of Investigation background review; or, other background reviews are required, the Town generally makes a conditional offer of hire based on successful completion of these additional steps.