Police Officer

Police Officer

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

Salary Grade: 17 (Min $40.01, Mid $48.02, Max $56.02)

Hiring Range: $40.01-$48.02/hour

The Town of Mountain Village is currently recruiting for an individual who is certified by Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) or has the ability to obtain provisional certification (an interim certification that affords a qualified out‑of‑state officer the opportunity to obtain employment as a Colorado peace officer while completing the requirements for Basic certification).

* Position being offered with housing available at Village Court Apartments within the Town of Mountain Village. Housing allowance offered if living in established response area.

* Mountain Village Police Department participates in Fire & Police Pension Association (FPPA) of Colorado benefits.

* Final date to receive applications is Sunday, 6/21/26.

Protects lives and property and preserves the peace for Town of Mountain Village residents through the patrolling of assigned areas, impartial enforcement of laws, detaining and interviewing violators, apprehension of suspects, and responding to calls for assistance.

• Patrol assigned town roadways, residential, and business areas, looking for illegal, hazardous and suspicious activities and persons; provides back‑up assistance, scene security and protection for regional emergency services personnel.
• Enforce local, state and Federal laws, and enforce compliance with local regulations and ordinances, according to policies, procedures and regulations.
• Respond to emergency and non‑emergency calls for service including alarm, animal, emergency medical, and 911 calls; investigate criminal and civil complaints and incidents; interrogate and communicate with victims, witnesses and suspects in cases; secure and document crime scene and property; identify and collect evidence.
• Interact with the public and perform a variety of community relations functions including assisting stranded motorists and individuals locked out of vehicles, homes, or businesses.
• Participate in the enforcement of municipal ordinances including investigating public complaints regarding noise, parking, animal control, and/or jobsite safety issues.
• Investigate criminal activity including gathering and documenting evidence, obtaining statements from victims and witnesses, and locating suspects; conduct follow‑up investigations.
• Arrest law violators; locate, pursue and arrest criminal suspects; transport and process prisoners; testify in court; serve arrest, search and civil warrants and other court documents.
• Conduct traffic stops and investigate traffic accidents and criminal violations; assist motorists, victims and witnesses, and investigate incidents as required.
• Represent the Police Department at court hearings; prepare reports and materials requested and subpoenaed by the courts; and testify in court cases.
• Perform a variety of First Responder duties including providing EMS and/or Fire assistance.
• Provide assistance with special events and/or perform community service functions as required.
• Inspect patrol vehicles and perform minor maintenance functions on vehicles including refueling, fluid checks, tire changing and the installation and removal of tire chains.
• May conduct forensic investigations using digital and video media for forensic imaging.
• May serve as field training Officer; under state mandate, officers are required to attend a minimum of 24 hours of training per year.
• May serve as Reserve Liaison Officer conducting reserve meetings, coordinating reserve functions, making reserve officer assignments, organizing reserve training and maintaining reserve records.
• Communicate with business owners and serve as the Town Merchant Liaison Officer as required.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of departmental reports, records, and documentation.
• Actively work to progress the Town’s goal of zero waste and carbon neutrality by minimizing unnecessary consumption, seeking environmentally preferred products, and supporting environmental initiatives through participation, promotion, and accurate storytelling.
• Promote and observe safe work methods and use safety…