Police Officer Entry; Police Officer

Overview

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Police Department

Job Title: Police Officer Entry (Police Officer I)

Position: #  - Requisition: #38905

Onsite role located in Aurora, Colorado. This is a full-time Classified staff position with a campus police function that enforces laws to protect persons and property, prevent and solve crimes, maintain order, and provide public safety services.

• Enforce laws and protect persons and property; prevent, detect, and solve crimes; maintain order.
• Exercise powers of custody and arrest; restrain individuals suspected of unlawful behavior; investigate complaints and incidents; interview witnesses; gather evidence; respond to emergencies and requests for assistance.
• Provide traffic and crowd control; write reports and citations; prepare cases for prosecution; execute warrants; testify in court.
• Conduct safety training; provide first aid; offer security escort services; participate in police programs such as crime prevention and community relations.
• Work may involve field training and supervision during initial training; be P.O.S.T. certified at time of application; out-of-state officers with Colorado certification transfer encouraged to apply.

Please include in your resume the job title, duties, months and years employed, and average hours per week as minimum experience is calculated on a 40 hour/week basis.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current, valid Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certification
• One (1) year of experience in an occupational field related to the work

Substitution: Appropriate education may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Colorado law requires residency in Colorado at the time of application. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current, valid Colorado P.O.S.T. certification or ability to obtain by hire date
• Experience with CCIC/NCIC, Versaterm/Versadex, or similar law enforcement records systems
• Bilingual or multilingual
• Associate or higher degree

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and ability to make quick decisions under pressure
• Excellent oral and written communication; professionalism and integrity
• Ability to establish relationships with staff and campus community; outstanding customer service
• Strong attention to detail; physical strength and agility
• Knowledge of laws, procedures, and law enforcement information systems; familiarity with firearms, first aid, CPR, hazardous materials, and related areas
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook

• Current Colorado POST certification required at time of hire; POST Academy candidates may apply if within 60 days of graduation
• Vaccination policies and health surveillance as applicable to healthcare facilities and research areas
• Must be a Colorado resident at time of application; must be at least 21 years old
• No felony convictions or domestic violence history; valid Colorado driver’s license; driving record requirements
• Ability to speak and understand English fluently
• Shifts include day, night, graveyard, weekend, and holiday; overtime and emergency responses as needed
• Ability to meet ongoing physical and job performance requirements; successful completion of background checks and related screenings

Application Materials Instructions:

Submit the following to this posting: a cover letter and resume addressing job requirements and qualifications. Incomplete applications may not be considered. Final date to receive applications:
March 6, 2026.

Questions:
Kenyari Jones, Kenyari.

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Special Instructions to Applicants

Classified Staff positions require specific documents and information. Include current email and phone number. Address minimum qualifications, competencies, and preferred qualifications in your cover letter. See Veteran and General Information for Classified Staff applicants.

Anticipated Process

• Comparative analysis based on preferred qualifications; interviews; scoring and ranking; potential phone, video, or in-person interviews
• Notifications via email if process…