Campus Police Officer (Lateral) – Community Impact

University of Colorado; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 74,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Retirement 401(a)

Paid Time Off

Sick Days

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a Police Officer – Lateral to join the University Police Department in Aurora, CO. The role involves patrol duties, incident investigations, traffic enforcement, and court testimony.

Qualified candidates bring Colorado POST certification and proven patrol experience, with the ability to respond to emergencies, write detailed reports, and maintain fitness for duty in a dynamic campus environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of patrol experience at a POST-certified agency in the past five years.
• Current Colorado POST certification or eligibility to obtain provisional certification within 6 months of start date.
• Must meet all minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Patrol duties including foot and vehicular presence, reports and court testimony.
• Investigate crime scenes, collect evidence, interview suspects, victims and witnesses.
• Direct traffic, enforce parking and DUI laws, and testify in court when required.
• Write various reports: criminal offenses, incidents, field interviews, and citations.
• Respond to alarms, fires, hazardous situations, and medical calls; maintain fitness for duty.

Skills

Patrol experience

Colorado POST certification

English proficiency

Education

Colorado POST certification

Tools

Versaterm RMS

MS Word/Outlook

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a Police Officer – Lateral to join the University Police Department in Aurora, CO. The role involves patrol duties, incident investigations, traffic enforcement, and court testimony.

Qualified candidates bring Colorado POST certification and proven patrol experience, with the ability to respond to emergencies, write detailed reports, and maintain fitness for duty in a dynamic campus environment.