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City of Northglenn, CO

Police Officer (Lateral, POST-cerfified)

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A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.

$75,341 / year median in Colorado

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Police Officer (Lateral, POST-cerfified) City of Northglenn, CO - 3.4 Northglenn, CO Job Details Full-time $77,876 - $109,225 a year 18 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Disability insurance Dependent care reimbursement Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Pension plan Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Firearms handling in law enforcement Full Job Description Nature of Work
POLICE OFFICER
( Applicants) The City of Northglenn Police Department is currently accepting applications for Lateral Police Officer. Applicants must have a minimum of one (1) year of experience as a police officer working in a patrol capacity by the date of hire. Work is scheduled on a rotating shift basis (Days, Swings, and) and includes holidays and overtime.
Salary Range:
$83,328 - 109,225/year
POLICE OFFICER
(POST Certified Applicants) The City of Northglenn Police Department is currently accepting applications for POST Certified Police Officer. Applicants must be Colorado POST Certified or currently be in a Colorado approved POST certified academy. Work is scheduled on a rotating shift basis (Days, Swings, and) and includes holidays and overtime.
Salary Range:
$77,876/year There is a $5,000 one-time cash award for POST certified applicants upon successful completion of the FTO program. An additional $5,000 cash award is available upon the successful completion of probationary period (12 months). The City of Northglenn is committed to diversity, inclusivity and social equity both in the workplace and as part of a governmental organization that serves the Northglenn community. The City believes in the dignity of the individual and that each employee who is hired has the potential to make a unique contribution to the organization and the community. While the members of the Northglenn Police Department come from diverse backgrounds with a variety of life and work experiences, they follow the same Vision, Mission and Values of the department. Vision Statement The Northglenn Police Department commits to providing exceptional police services that promote a safe and peaceful community. Mission Statement The members of the Northglenn Police Department are a dedicated team committed to protect life and property, reduce crime, and promote peaceful neighborhoods. We achieve this through strong community partnerships, collaborative problem-solving and ethical enforcement of the law. Value Statement The Four C's are the cornerstone of our core values ~Character ~ Courage ~ Commitment ~ Competence Click hereto go to our webpage Click hereto go to our Facebook page Duties and Responsibilities Officers on patrol perform a variety of essential activities and services that are both proactive and reactive in nature. Some of these include enforcing traffic and criminal laws, apprehending criminals, maintaining order, answering calls for service, conducting investigations, educating the public regarding public safety issues and crime prevention, prepares written reports and field notes of investigations and patrol activities, apprehending criminals and testifying in court. Education and Experience Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click "apply" for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.
Colorado Lateral Police Officers:
Must have a minimum of one (1) year of experience as a certified police officer working in a patrol capacity by the date of hire, and your peace officer certification must still be active and in good standing with the State of Colorado POST. Laterals from other states - must be currently certified as a police officer in another state with ability to obtain Colorado post certification within state and department deadlines.
POST Certified Position:
Must be Colorado POST Certified If you are not currently Post Certified (or currently in approved police academy) you will not be considered for this position, and your application will be denied. Out of state
Police Officers:
Must have a minimum of one (1) year of experience as a certified police officer working in a patrol capacity by the date of hire. May apply and be hired under a provisional certification but must be able to obtain Colorado POST certification within 6 months from date of hire. For requirements of provisional certification go tohttps://www.colorado.gov/pacific/post/provisional-certification. Associate's degree and higher desired, however, not required. Supplemental Information In order to become a Northglenn Police Officer, applicants must successfully pass each phase of testing which includes: 1. Obstacle Course 2. Writing Sample - 3. Oral Board Interview 4. Integrity Interview 5. Pre-employment Polygraph or CVSA 6. Pre-employment Psychological Examination 7. Background Investigation 8. Interview with Chief of Police 9. Post-Job Offer Psychological Examination 10. Post-Job Offer Medical Examination 11. Post-Job Offer Drug Screen If you have any questions regarding the hiring process feel free to contact Miguel Garibay at 303-450-8734 / or Officer Jeramie Lund at 303.450.8850 / .
RIDE ALONG INFORMATION
https://www.northglenn.org/Departments/Police/Safety/Ride%20Along%20Forms%202017.pdf (Download PDF reader)
BENEFITS
Details of the City of Northglenn's benefits program can be viewed here (Download PDF reader) . The City of Northglenn provides a comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical and Dental Insurance Life Insurance, AD&D & Dependent Life Insurance Short-Term and Long Term Disability Benefits Pension Plan The City of Northglenn does not participate in Social Security. Instead, there is a defined contribution pension plan. The City contributes 8% of salary for all regular full-time employees with less than five (5) years of service; 9% after 5 years of service and 10% after 10 or more years of service; employees contribute 12% of their salary.
Police Officer vesting schedule:
40% at 4 years of service; increases by 20% each year thereafter until fully vested at 7 years of service. General Leave The City provides General Leave, which may be used for vacation, sick leave and personal emergencies. A first year officer accrues 240 hours of general leave annually. Holiday time is included in the General Leave hours accrual for shift employees. The City also provides 16 hours of personal leave each year for regular full-time employees. Employee Assistance Program The City of Northglenn provides a confidential counseling service through Mines and Associates. Employees and their family members are eligible for up to eight (8) counseling sessions per year/per incident. The following are optional benefits, 100% employee funded:
Vision Insurance Deferred Compensation Programs Aflac Accident & Critical Illness Supplemental Life Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Medical & Dependent Care Reimbursement Pre-Paid Legal & Identity Theft Protection Services Bilingual Pay:
Employees who demonstrate a conversationally fluent level of speaking Spanish (tested) and who use these skills during frequent interactions providing customer service are compensated with an annual stipened paid in full at the beginning of each year.
Uniform:
The department supplies the officer's uniform, boots, vest and equipment to include leather gear, outerwear, handcuffs, and flashlights. Applicants must provide their own Glock 17 handgun. The department, on a periodic schedule, replaces uniforms and equipment based on the "fair wear and tear" policy. All officers receive a monthly cleaning allowance of $32.00. Officers in a plainclothes assignment receive a yearly allowance to purchase clothes.