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Police Officer - Lateral

University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado, United States, 80012

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Police Officer - Lateral University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus – University Police Department.

Description Position #00768388 – Requisition #35406.

Job Summary: Patrol, investigation, traffic, report writing, emergency response, service calls, special assignments, training, computer utilization, and data entry.

Benefits

Medical: Multiple plan options

Dental: Multiple plan options

Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

Holiday Days: 10/year

Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

Employment in a law enforcement role with patrol capacity within the past 12 months at a Municipal, County, State or University Law Enforcement agency.

Two (2) years of patrol experience as a P.O.S.T. certified Police Officer or Sheriff's Deputy.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience as a Police Officer for a higher education or healthcare facility.

Experience using Versaterm or similar computerized law enforcement records management system.

Experience using Microsoft Word and Outlook.

Bilingual (Spanish & English preferred).

Possession of a bachelor's degree or higher.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Highly developed analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills.

Ability to quickly make decisions and accept responsibility under pressure.

Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.

Professionalism, leadership skills, and organizational integrity.

Environmental awareness.

Good physical strength and agility.

Advanced technical and professional police knowledge covering federal, state, local, and University laws, procedures, information systems, incident management, investigative principles, courtroom procedure, firearms, first aid, CPR, hazardous materials, chemical weapons, etc.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.

Outstanding customer service skills.

Attention to detail.

Demonstrated commitment and ability to advance diversity and inclusion.

Conditions of Employment / Necessary Special Qualifications

Candidates are required to have a current, active Colorado POST certification at the time of hire OR be eligible to obtain a Colorado POST provisional certification within 6 months of their start date. (Out‑of‑State Provisional POST may be sponsored by the University.)

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Must have no felony convictions or domestic violence history.

Must currently possess a valid Colorado driver's license OR be able to obtain one within 6 months of hire. Must have acquired no more than seven points in the last year and/or no more than 12 points within the last two years; no alcohol‑related traffic offenses in the last three years; and no repeat alcohol offenses.

Must be able to speak and comprehend English fluently.

Must be willing and able to work rotating and/or straight shifts, weekends, and holidays; stay over late or come in early to cover shifts; and provide off‑hour contact information to be accessible during non‑work hours in case of emergencies or to cover unscheduled staffing shortages.

Persons in this position must remain in such physical condition that they can successfully complete required job performance testing.

Candidates will be required to pass a Police Department Background Check which may include one or all of the following: Personnel History Questionnaire, Integrity Interview, Polygraph Examination, Finger Print Check, Drug Screen, Credit/Civil Check, Criminal History and Driving Infractions Check, Reference Checks, and Post‑Conditional Offer Pre‑Placement Physical and Psychological Examination.

How to Apply Application Materials: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, List of References. Submit as a Word document or PDF.

Screening of Applications Begins: Open Until Filled.

Anticipated Pay Range $73,902 – $100,200.

Additional compensation: $5,000 incentive.

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