Police Officer I, II or III (Depending on experience-DOE) - Aspen Police Department

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Pay Ranges

Hiring Range: The hiring range covers the starting segment of the pay scale, from the entry point up to the first quartile (Q1). Starting pay is determined based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Salary Range: The salary range reflects the full pay range for the position, from the minimum rate to the maximum rate. This represents the earning potential employees can achieve over time while in the role.

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Serve Your Community, Grow Your Career, and Enjoy Great Benefits

Up to $3,000 Sign On Bonus may be available.

• Generous paid vacation and extended sick leave, and flexible work arrangements.
• Free and discounted transportation options to get around Aspen and the Valley.
• Professional development and learning opportunities, including a tuition reimbursement program.
• Police officer candidates without prior experience will attend the Police Academy. Those selected for hire will receive pay and full benefits during this training period.
• Health and wellbeing options that include Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Monetary bonuses for healthy lifestyle choices and to use towards other personal needs.
• Plan for your future with competitive employer contributions to a 401a retirement plans, in addition to an individual 457b retirement plan and Roth IRA option. Have peace of mind with life and disability insurance.

The City of Aspen is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Police Officer Classification

Police Officer I: 0–1 year of experience. The Police Department will send the candidate to the police academy and cover all associated costs.

Police Officer II: 2–3 years of law enforcement experience.

Police Officer III: 3 or more years of law enforcement experience.

Pay Ranges (Depending on experience)

Police Officer I

• Hiring Range: $37.00/hour - $41.63/hour
• Salary Range: $37.00/hour - $55.51/hour

Police Officer II

• Hiring Range: $40.33/hour - $45.38/hour
• Salary Range: $40.33/hour - $60.50/hour

Police Officer III

• Hiring Range: $43.96/hour - $49.46/hour
• Salary Range: $43.96/hour -$65.95/hour

Direct Link to job posting: Posting- Posting - Police Officer I/II/III

Please review the City of Aspen Police Department's "Disqualifying Behavior" prior to applying:

Link: See list of disqualifiers here

The Aspen Police Department serves the unique mountain town and community of Aspen, Colorado, nestled within four square-miles of the Roaring Fork Valley. We serve with the guiding philosophy that we must build consenting relationships within our community to be able to garner mutual trust. We work to enhance the safety, security, and feeling of wellbeing for residents and visitors alike by providing a variety of services with professionalism, compassion, and empathy. We consider the public the police, and the police members of the public. At the Aspen Police Department, we're also more than policing. We're unique and we're multifaceted. We come from a line of ski instructors and dance performers, from journalists and caretakers. Our ideal police candidates will have excellent customer service skills and a willingness to go the extra mile to help someone. Experience in counseling and/or therapy is a plus. We actively seek non-traditional police candidates. So, wear your stripes proudly: be who you are and be extraordinary. We promote and support the City of Aspen’s organizational values that include: Service, Partnership, Stewardship, and Innovation!

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Job Title: Police Officer I, II or III (Depending on experience-DOE)
Department: Police
Classification: Non-Exempt

The Aspen Police Department is looking for individuals with a desire to positively impact the community as a Police Officer! This is a unique opportunity to develop critical skills as you train to successfully complete a variety of Law Enforcement and Public Safety courses necessary for attaining a Police Officer I (one) position to include Colorado Police Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification. Lateral transfer applicants also considered.

Position Summary: Attends, participates, and successfully completes a variety of Law Enforcement and Public Safety training necessary to attain a Police Officer I or II position to include Colorado Police Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification, consistent with the organization’s values and mission statement.

Supervision Exercised and Received: Position works under the general supervision of the Field Training Sergeant.

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Essential Job Functions

Academy

• Attends and participates in a variety of classes at a Colorado police academy with the goal of attaining a Police Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certificate.

Patrol (Academy)

• While participating in the Field Training Program, learns to & attains proficiency in: Actively supporting the Department’s mission, values and philosophy; effectively responding to routine as well as low frequency/high risk incidents and take appropriate action in accordance with Federal, State, & local laws and the department’s mission, values, policies and procedures. Calls for service inclu