Community Police Officer | Service, Investigations & Impact

Dacono, CO; Dacono (CO); On-site; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Paid overtime

Retirement plan

Life insurance

AFLAC

Job summary

The City of Dacono Police Department seeks dedicated Police Officers to enforce laws, protect life and property, and serve with integrity. You will respond to calls, conduct thorough investigations, and produce accurate reports to support the department's mission.

Qualified candidates will have Colorado POST certification or eligibility, strong communication skills, and a commitment to community-focused service in rotating shift work across days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must hold Colorado P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer Certification, or eligibility for certification.
• Enforce Colorado Revised Statutes and local ordinances.
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
• Conduct investigations and complete reports.
• Interview victims, witnesses, suspects, and involved parties.
• Work rotating shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Enforce state and local laws and protect life and property.
• Respond to calls for service, emergencies, and investigations.
• Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations from initiation to disposition.
• Prepare clear written reports and testify in court when required.
• Engage with the community to provide high-quality service.
• Operate patrol vehicle and maintain proficiency with equipment.

Skills

P.O.S.T. Certification

Community policing

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Dacono Police Department seeks dedicated Police Officers to enforce laws, protect life and property, and serve with integrity. You will respond to calls, conduct thorough investigations, and produce accurate reports to support the department's mission.

Qualified candidates will have Colorado POST certification or eligibility, strong communication skills, and a commitment to community-focused service in rotating shift work across days, nights, weekends, and holidays.