Police Officer (Entry Level & Lateral)

City of Boulder; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking city as a Police Officer, where integrity and courage are paramount. This full-time role involves patrolling the city, enforcing laws, and engaging with the community to ensure safety. Ideal candidates will possess strong problem-solving skills, physical fitness, and a commitment to public service. With a competitive salary range and a hiring bonus for qualified applicants, this is an excellent opportunity to make a difference in Boulder. If you're ready to step into a rewarding career that values professionalism and community engagement, this position is for you.

Benefits

Hiring bonus for qualified candidates

Comprehensive benefits package

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and pass standardized testing.
• Physical ability to perform essential job functions is required.

Responsibilities

• Patrol designated areas and enforce laws for public safety.
• Interact with the community and provide service.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Physical fitness

Knowledge of laws and ordinances

Education

60 accredited college credit hours

Four-year college degree

Colorado Peace Officer Certification

Tools

Computers

Job description

Police Officer (Entry Level & Lateral)

It's a great time to join the City of Boulder!

Application Deadline

March 14, 2025

Full Pay Range

$37.74 - $53.78

This is a full-time hourly position.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligibility Group

BPOA (20+ Hours)

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Job Description Summary

With integrity, professionalism, humanity, and courage, protects life and property through the enforcement of laws. Works proactively, in cooperation with the community, responds to calls for service, patrols areas, and performs investigative and service functions.

Along with entry-level applicants, we also welcome all Colorado P.O.S.T. Certified applicants, those who are currently enrolled in a law enforcement academy in Colorado, or any out-of-state law enforcement officer with 2 or more years of experience; pay is commensurate with years of experience.

There is a $10,000 hiring bonus for Colorado P.O.S.T certified with at least 2 years of experience as a Municipal Police Officer or County Patrol Deputy, and a $5,000 hiring bonus for out-of-state officers with at least 2 years of experience who can challenge and pass the Colorado POST exam. In-State or Out-of-State Lateral re-hires will be eligible for the hiring bonus if re-hired more than 2 years from their last separation date.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Patrols a designated area of the city on foot, bicycle, and/or in a radio-equipped patrol car. Performs complex investigations, renders service, enforces traffic and criminal laws, and generally provides for the safety of the public.
2. Interacts and works with diverse groups of people within the department and the community, renders service and collects information.
3. Uses problem-solving skills, creativity, and innovative approaches to identify community concerns; presents options for courses of action; identifies resources; plans for implementation of desired changes, and evaluates success.
4. Coordinates information and resources among other department employees, public and private agencies, and members of the public regarding crime problems and solutions.
5. Complies with department policies, rules, regulations, instructions, laws and ordinances, and general literature pertaining to policing.
6. Provides regular and reliable attendance to job duties.
7. Performs related duties as required to meet the needs of the city.
8. Takes proper safety precautions to prevent accidents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of application.
2. Ability to perform essential physical functions of the job.
3. APPLICANTS MUST SUCCESSFULLY PASS STANDARDIZED TESTING.
4. APPLICANTS MUST SUCCESSFULLY PASS PHYSICAL ABILITY TESTING (PAT).
5. BACKGROUND INFORMATION.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Four-year college degree from an accredited college or university.
2. Bilingual skills in English/Spanish or English/SE Asian languages.
3. Knowledge of the Boulder area and community.
4. Colorado Peace Officer Certification.
5. Experience and demonstrable skills working with computers.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Must have sixty (60) accredited college credit hours, all at a grade C or better, OR fulfilled US active military duty commitment with an honorable discharge, OR three years of police officer experience commensurate with municipal police work.

SUPERVISION

Supervision received: Sergeant.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands and Mental Effort

Primarily active physical work, which requires occasional lifting over 100#, frequent lifting up to 50#, and constant lifting up to 30#.

Additional Job Description

Last updated: 9/20/23

The City of Boulder is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected statute.