Police Officer

Location: Denver

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Edgewater Police Department is seeking enthusiastic and team-oriented individuals to immediately fill the position of

POST-Certified Police Officer. The City of Edgewater is a city of approximately 5,000 residents nestled between the cities of Denver, Wheat Ridge, and Lakewood. Edgewater offers a unique small-town atmosphere within minutes of the downtown Denver area.
Edgewater Police Department offers:

• FPPA Pension Retirement Program
• Medical, dental, vision individual / family plan
• Vacation leave, Sick leave, Personal leave, & 12 paid holidays per year
• Health Reimbursement Account, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance - ($0 monthly expense to Officer
• Vacation leave, Sick leave, Personal leave, & 12 paid holidays a year
• Health Reimbursement Account, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance

Police Officer Step Plan:

The Edgewater Police Department has a competitive pay structure with a 7-step plan.
* Two lateral entry points depending on experience & education.

Requirements

Colorado POST Certified

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Thorough understanding of police and investigative procedures, processes, and techniques.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

• Extensive knowledge of criminal law and procedure.

• Ability to correctly and safely handle and operate weapons and police equipment.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn investigative tools, applications, and software.
Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required;
Associate degree in Political Science, Public Administration, or related field preferred.

• Graduation from police academy required (Colorado POST certified)

Salary Description

$71,102-$103,431