POST Certified Police Officer

Evans Police Department; Evans (CO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life, AD&D and short-term disability

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

FPPA pension contributions

401(k) plan

Job summary

The Evans Police Department is seeking motivated individuals to join as a Recruit Police Officer. You will start through a structured salary ladder, participate in patrolling, responding to calls, assisting victims, and preparing cases for court.

The position offers a clear path for advancement, comprehensive City benefits including health/dental/vision, and opportunities to contribute to public safety and community trust.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Certified Police Officer (POST).
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License.
• Authorized to legally work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Help victims and uphold safety in the community.
• Patrol communities and respond to calls.
• Investigate criminal activity and testify in court.
• Prepare cases and assist in prosecutions.
• Lead and liaison with the public and partner agencies.
• Resolve problems and contribute to community policing.

Skills

POST certified

Colorado Driver's License

Authorized to work in the U.S.

21+ years old

Job description

BECOME A CITY OF EVANS RECRUIT POLICE OFFICER

We invite you to join our team and discover the fulfillment that comes from being an Evans Recruit Police Officer!

A Message from the Chief:

The Evans Police Department welcomes you to #StandWithUs in serving our community with professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, and excellence. Few careers offer a sense of accomplishment, pride, and esprit de corps that being a police officer does. Through our mission of protecting the innocent coupled with our tireless pursuit of justice, our officers serve and protect with courage and conviction that exemplify the traditions of honor and selflessness that being a peace officer demands. Do you want to make a real difference? Come and #StandWithUs!

What We Do:

• Help victims
• Put bad guys in jail
• Prepare cases and testify in court
• Act as leaders and liaisons for our citizens
• Patrol our communities
• Respond to calls
• Investigate criminal activity
• Respond to complaints
• Solve problems

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary:
• Police Recruit $68,215
• Step 1 $84,300
• Step 2 $89,300
• Step 3 $94,200
• Step 4 $99,200
• Step 5 $104,200
• Step 6 $109,100
• Master Officer $115,400

Lateral Applicants: Lateral applicants must meet all hiring requirements, except for video testing. Salary placement shall be commensurate with years and type of experience.

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance(no cost for employee only coverage)
• City paid Life, AD&D and short-term disability
• Optional pre-tax Flexible Spending Account,
• Health Savings Account, 457 and 529 plans
• 8.5% City Contribution into Fire & Police Pension (FPPA)
• Up to 7% City contribution into a 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation & health leave, and 12 holidays
• Bi-lingual incentive
• Up to $5,000/year tuition reimbursement
• $400/year uniform allowance
• Up to $700/year wellness incentive
• Gym/recreation access
• Personal computer purchase program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Are You:

• At least 21 years of age?
• A certified police officer (POST)?
• In possession of a valid Colorado Driver’s License?
• Authorized to legally work in the United States?
• Looking for a way to make a difference every day?
• Smart, motivated, energetic, and caring?
• Looking for an exciting and rewarding career...