Campus Police Officer - Lateral (Up to $5k Bonus)

CU Denver; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 74,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Police Department is seeking a Police Officer - Lateral in Aurora, CO. The role requires Colorado POST certification and experience in patrol, investigations, and traffic enforcement.

You will perform duties across patrol, investigations, traffic, and emergency response while maintaining detailed reports and public safety commitments. Eligible external candidates may join a campus-focused law enforcement team with opportunities for advancement,

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of patrol experience as a Colorado POST-certified officer or sheriff's deputy within the past five years.
• Must hold Colorado POST certification at start or be eligible to obtain provisional certification within 6 months.
• Must be at least 21 years old and have no felony or domestic violence history.
• Must be able to speak and comprehend English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct foot and vehicular patrol to deter criminal activity and testify in court.
• Process crime scenes, interview suspects, victims and witnesses, and prepare case documents.
• Direct traffic, enforce parking, and investigate DUI and traffic incidents.
• Write clear criminal, custody, incident, and traffic reports for prosecution.
• Respond to alarms, fires, hazardous situations, and medical emergencies; maintain fitness.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Decision making under pressure

Effective communication

Public safety mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Versaterm

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Police Department is seeking a Police Officer - Lateral in Aurora, CO. The role requires Colorado POST certification and experience in patrol, investigations, and traffic enforcement.

You will perform duties across patrol, investigations, traffic, and emergency response while maintaining detailed reports and public safety commitments. Eligible external candidates may join a campus-focused law enforcement team with opportunities for advancement,