Position Objectives:

JOB DEFINITION: Under limited supervision, performs a variety of law enforcement activities associated with investigating criminal activity on behalf of the Federal Height Police Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by position. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Position will be required to perform additional duties as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Investigates crimes and criminal activity with a focus on felony cases. Crimes vary in complexity, including such crimes as forgery, sexual assaults, robbery, assault, vice, murder, and narcotics offenses. Reviews assigned case reports prepared by police officers. Follows leads; interviews victims, witnesses, informants, and suspects; collects evidence and maintains its integrity and chain of custody; delivers evidence to Colorado Bureau of Investigation for processing/analysis; sketches and/or photographs crime scenes; and develops cases. Coordinates cases with other jurisdictions as necessary.

Files charges with District Attorney’s Office. Writes reports and case summaries. Prepares and executes arrest warrants and search warrants. Pursues, apprehends, and arrests suspects. Testifies in court. Leads and/or participates in surveillance activities. May supervise other personnel on crime scene. May write warrants for arrest for municipal cases for non-felony cases. May work in uniformed capacity, supervising patrol personnel. May work undercover.

Coordinates certain programs/projects for department as assigned, with assignments varying by incumbent. These assignments may include the following: Computer Voice Stress Analysis (lie detector); questioned document examination (handwriting analysis); SWAT team leader; firearms instructor; emergency vehicle operator course instructor; pursuit intervention technique instructor; advanced taser instructor; narcotics identification instructor; field training officer; North Metro Drug Task Force unit supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of applicable City, county, State and federal statutes, regulations, ordinances and codes.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply appropriate self defense techniques.
• Knowledge of practices and principles of criminal investigation.
• Skill and proficiency in use of firearms and weapons.
• Skill and proficiency in investigating crimes and preparing cases for prosecution.
• Ability to read and interpret various codes, rules, regulations and laws.
• Ability to read, comprehend and apply departmental policies and procedures to police duties.
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment and decision-making.

• Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the Federal Heights Police Department.
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of law enforcement.

• Skill in the safe and proper use of firearms in the course of work.
• Skill in the collection and maintenance of evidence.
• Skilled in the safe operation of assigned police vehicles.
• Skill in the use and operation of assigned equipment, including but not limited to radio communications, radar, cameras.

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

• Ability to physically protect oneself and others in threatening situations, and the ability to subdue and control individuals as required.
• Ability to enforce ordinances, statutes and laws fairly, firmly and impartially.
• Ability to prepare accurate and concise reports and records that may be used as evidence in courts of law.
• Ability to use standard computer equipment and software including word processing, data base management, spreadsheet application.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City management, employees, other law enforcement agencies, citizens and the general public.

Minimum Requirements:

Certified Colorado Peace Officer. Three years’ experience as a patrol police officer. High school graduate or equivalent. Equivalent work experience and education may be considered. Physical fitness to perform the functions of the job.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Colorado Drivers License and good driving record. This position may require a two-year rotational period with the possibility of a one-year extension. At the end of the rotation, the officer may return to the patrol division, depending on department needs. Position may fill in for Patrol on an as-needed basis, depending on department needs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENTS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical activities include frequent sitting, standing, walking, occasional running, kneeling, crouching/stooping/squatting, crawling, twisting upper body, climbing, lifting up to 80 pounds, agility, dragging or carrying up to 160 pounds, coordination, hearing, speaking, vision and manual dexterity. Work environment including working outdoors in cold and heat, noise, electrical hazards, chemicals, hazardous materials, explosive materials, weaponry, and mechanical hazards. Police personnel are exposed to various life-threatening hazards. Daily driving is required.

Benefits:

More Information:

How to apply:

1. Complete Federal Heights online employment application here: Employment Application.

2. Send letter of interest and

3. Send resume to Human Resources:

• hr@fedheights.org
• Mail or drop off to 2380 W. 90th Avenue, Federal Heights, CO 80260;
• Fax to 303-428-3298

Successful applicants for all positions must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check. Police and Fire Department positions require additional pre-employment testing.

The City of Federal Heights is an Equal Opportunity Employer.