Patrol Officer II - Closes 9/4/2026

Southern Ute Indian Tribe; Ignacio (CO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Southern Ute Indian Tribe in Ignacio, CO is seeking a full-time police officer to patrol the reservation and protect the lives and property of its citizens. This role requires adherence to Tribal laws and strong community policing practices.

Candidates must meet rigorous law enforcement standards, including active certification, medical and physical fitness requirements, and successful completion of required training. The position offers a stable career path with competitive pay and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Patrols the Southern Ute Indian Reservation to preserve life and property within the Tribal Community.
• Enforces Tribal and state law and regulations and coordinates with tribal authorities.

Job description

Closing Date

Position closes at 5:00 pm Mountain Standard Time on 9/4/2026.

Position Summary

Patrols the Southern Ute Indian Reservation and is responsible for preserving the life and property of all citizens within the Tribal Community. This position is a grade N15; pay is $35.96/hour.

Education And Experience

• Must have High School Degree or Equivalent.
• Must have been employed as a certified full-time law enforcement officer with at least 3 years of service.
• Must have successfully completed the approved basic police training course conducted at the Indian Police Academy or similar accredited police academy substantially meeting or exceeding the level of training provided by the Indian Police Academy or a respective State POST certification.The certification from such academy or POST must be active and current and must be maintained through the duration of employment.
• Applicant Officers with certifications from outside the State of Colorado or the Bureau of Indian Affairs United States Indian Police Academy must successfully complete the Colorado POST Provisional Certification Process or the Bureau of Indian Affairs Certification by Waiver within six months of hire.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, knowledge of the Southern Ute Tribal criminal justice system.
• Must maintain handgun certification throughout duration of employment.
• Must pass a comprehensive Law Enforcement background investigation to obtain and maintain the Special Law Enforcement Commission (SLEC) prior to and throughout employment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Federal Deputy Special Officer Commission Card within year of appointment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Tribal Police Commission card within 90 days of appointment.
• Must maintain a telephone for emergency calls.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License for state of residency and be insurable under the Tribal vehicle insurance policy.
• Must never have been convicted of a felony or a crime of misdemeanor domestic violence in State, Tribal or Federal court. Must not have been convicted of or placed on a deferred judgment for any misdemeanor crime for 1 year prior to appt. Must not have a restraining order or order of protection.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment medical exam and annually thereafter.
• Must successfully pass a timed Physical Agility test during the first 90 days of employment and annually thereafter. The test will consist of a serpentine run, 150 lb. body drag, 3ft barrier vault, bed search, stair climb, 5ft barrier up & over, tunnel crawl and a lift & carry.
• Must pass a psychological evaluation prior to employment.
• Must be of excellent character and reputation and pass a thorough background check including fingerprints.
• Must pass a LE pre-employment drug test.

Company

Southern Ute Indian Tribe

Job Location

Ignacio, CO

Hiring Preference

TERO Preference.