Police Officer *POST Certified ONLY *MUST apply at: www.manitouspringsco.gov*

Compensation noted is for entry level personnel. Lateral candidates are paid DOE. This position performs a variety of law enforcement duties to maintain a safe and prosperous environment with Manitou Springs city limits. Activities include but are not limited to; patrolling the city to detect and prevent crime and enforce state and city ordinances.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

(The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other nonessential or auxiliary duties required. The City of Manitou Springs retains the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of the job at any time.) : Operates city vehicles while patrolling the city for the detection and prevention of crime and the enforcement of state statutes and City ordinances. Responds to radio dispatches. Appears at scenes of disorder or crime. Notes and reports traffic hazards. Assists in controlling traffic and/or personnel at scenes of emergencies. Investigates and prepares reports on accidents, offenses, and damages to property. Operates radar and intoxilyzer. Makes arrests, issues citations, serves warrants and subpoenas, gives verbal warnings. Prepares reports on arrests and property impounded. Inspects establishments providing alcoholic beverages and entertainment. Intervenes in private or public disputes to protect the public and maintain order. Requests medical attention when necessary. Appears in court as arresting or investigation officer/witness. Transports prisoners. Performs initial investigations and conducts follow-up investigations of crimes; investigates complaints; interrogates persons whose actions are suspicious. Assists fire and other inner-city departments as well as other law enforcement agencies. Enforces animal control ordinances. Issues citations for parking and moving violations. Performs pre-duty checks of patrol vehicle. Secures other city facilities. Operates a taser, handheld radio and mobile vehicle radio.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Attend an accredited police academy and be POST Certified.
• Must be 21 years of age and in good physical condition.
• Possession of a valid Colorado Driver License, or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Good understanding and knowledge of police procedure, criminal law, and civil law.
• Excellent communication, proficient writing, organizational, multi-task oriented and good people skills.
• Basic and intermediate Incident Command System training and competency.
• Exhibit self-motivation .and promote positive moral.
• Living and holding subordinates accountable to the vision, mission and values of the City of Manitou Springs and the Police Department.

Ability to work a variety of shifts including weekends and holidays. Ability to read, interpret and understand departmental rules, policies, instructions, statutes, ordinances, regulations, and police literature, together with an aptitude for law enforcement work. Ability to learn the use and care of issued and assigned equipment. Post offer and pre-employment must complete and successfully pass, oral board, medical and psychological screening, polygraph interview, pre-employment drug screen, thorough background investigation, and the Police Chief interview.

• Performs all other duties as directed.

MINIMUM PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS

Personnel must have the ability to perform the following essential functions of the job. A reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities.

• Must be capable of performing all the physical activities on the Police Officer position.
• Walking, running short and moderate distances. Climbing stairs, fences, and ladders.
• Jumping and dodging obstacles.
• Bending and reaching.
• Use of short and moderate duration force with subjects. Use of restraining device. Use of hands/feet for self-defense.
• Riding for extended periods of time in a vehicle.
• Ability to work alone under stressful conditions.
• You may be alone in the city as the sole officer, requiring back up from another agency, when your partner is at the hospital, the jail, or otherwise engaged.
• Be able to demonstrate proficiency with firearms.
• Hazard of physical attack or injury.
• Inside and outside work with exposure to weather conditions.
• Exposure to fire, chemical, electrical, mechanical and firearm hazards.
• Exposure to fast moving vehicles and motor vehicle accidents.
• Ability to lift, push/pull objects weighing up to 165 pounds infrequently.

Pay:

$65,142.60 - $93,239.33 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Dependent health insurance coverage Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Uniform allowance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person