Patrol Officer

The hiring range for a POST certified candidates is $34.88-$38.64 per hour reflecting education and experience. The maximum wage range for tenured employee Patrol Officers is $51.59 per hour. Please read description in full for requirements and application instructions: Job Summary: The primary function of a Patrol Officer is to promote the peace, safety, and well-being of our community through interaction, education, and enforcement of the law. The Patrol Officer is responsible for delivering police services to the community, answering 911 calls, taking reports, solving problems and participating in community outreach and events. Applicant must compose and submit an essay (not more than 2 pages) addressing the specific question "Why Do YOU Want to Work at the RIFLE POLICE DEPARTMENT?" Submit the essay to at the same time you submit your application on line. Applications sent without supplemental essay are incomplete. Experience and Training: Minimum Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent required, Associates Degree or higher preferred. Job Requirements: Valid Colorado Driver's License required with acceptable driving record. Must be 21 years of age or older. Must be able to pass a thorough background and credit check, pre-employment medical exam and drug test, a polygraph and psychological examination acceptable to the City of Rifle. Special Training or Skills: Current POST certification preferred or ability to obtain with 6 months of hire, bi-lingual English/Spanish speaking applicants preferred, but not required. Visit this link for more information: Rifle Police Department Employment Opportunities Video BENEFITS AND PERKS: Employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance HSA, HRA and FSA supplements. Retirement employer contribution of up to 15.51% of wages FPPA Employee Wellness and Assistance programs 188 hours of PTO annually, increasing with longevity 95 hours of sick leave annually Additional pay for Spanish and ASL skills On-site gym Pool passes to Rifle Metro Pool Annual pass to Rifle Mountain Park This position is full-time, with benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance, as well as retirement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay. Minimum wage for this position as a POST certified candidate is $34.88 per hour. Wage offer for experienced officers is reflective of experience. This position is open until filled. Special Requirements Consideration will be given to applicants currently enrolled in Colorado POST Academy. Preference given to applicants holding current Colorado POST Certification or officers holding out-of-state law enforcement certifications with the ability to obtain a Provisional Certification from State of CO and complete CO POST certification and skills exams within 6 months of hire. Miscellaneous Information For the right candidate, Rifle would consider sponsoring Colorado POST Academy attendance.Contact Sergeant Flaten at 970-665-6500 for additional information.

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