Lateral Police Officer - Continuous

Join the Parker Police Department – Make a Real Impact on Your Community!!
Are you passionate about serving your community and contributing to positive change?
The Parker Police Department provides exemplary year-round, 24-hour service to citizens of the Town of Parker and adheres to the highest standards of ethical behavior. The department’s primary objective is to provide a safe community environment in Parker with the highest level of service possible. The organization is committed to safeguarding the community through the philosophy of community policing, making Parker a great place to live, work, and play.
The community policing philosophy encourages police officers to get out of their cars, get to know the people in the community, build trust and problem-solving partnerships with community members, and work to improve the quality of life in Parker. The Police Department actively participates in community support activities, such as National Night Out, Coffee with a Cop and youth educational programs.
The Parker Police Department is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team. As a vital part of our department, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive, collaborative environment.  We believe that leadership can emerge at every level, and we value the contributions of each team member. By working together, we strive to find solutions that improve our community and enhance public safety.
We provide continuous training and support to help you strengthen your skills and advance within the department. We would be honored to have you join the Town of Parker family!
Employees are eligible to apply for some special assignments, duties, and instructorships (DOE) after successful completion of twelve (12) month probationary period.
Learn more about our agency here!! NOTE: This is a continuous posting for Lateral Police Officer only. If you do not meet the criteria for a Lateral Police Officer please apply for Police Officer or Police Officer Trainee, whichever best fits your qualifications. Lateral opportunities are dependent on length of time in a police officer capacity, not including employment within the areas of correction, detention or academy attendance.Candidates MUST have at least one (1) year of solo patrol experience to be considered as a Lateral Officer.
NOTE: A list of disqualifiers for this position MUST be read prior to applying for this position. This list can be viewed at www.ParkerOnline.org/PoliceEmploymentDisqualifiers. Be sure to select the 'Sworn/Trainee Position Applicant Disqualifiers' option for the correct list.
In addition to career growth, we offer an outstanding benefits package, including:
Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, life and AD&D insurance, voluntary term life insurance, FPPA retirement plan, 457 retirement plan, holiday pay, vacation, sick leave, educational assistance program, employee assistance program and a family membership to the Parker Recreation Center and/or Field House. Benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of those plans and the summary plan descriptions, which are subject to annual budget and appropriations by Town Council.
Under limited supervision, this position carries out duties and the laws of the Town of Parker, State of Colorado, and the United States of America. Working in partnership with the community to identify and resolve issues of concern, this position provides public safety services to the community, and maintains peace, safety, and order. This position exercises considerable judgment, initiative, and skill in a variety of situations and must be able to complete work without direct supervision.
\This position performs duties deemed to be safety sensitive. Employees holding this position participate in pre-employment and random drug testing under Town’s policies\
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