2019-2 Entry Level Police Officer



2019-2 Entry Level Police Officer

Salary

$55,324.00 - $74,242.00 Annually

Location

Aurora, CO

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

POEL 2019-2

Department

Aurora Police Department

Opening Date

11/16/2018

Closing Date

2/10/2019 11:59 PM Mountain

Description

The Civil Service Commission is accepting applications toward establishing a new Prospective Employment List (PEL) for an anticipated Academy on August 5, 2019. Once you submit an application and pass the minimum qualifications screening, all updates and/or instructions regarding the hiring process will be sent via email as it becomes available.

The City of Aurora is looking for individuals who represent diversity in thought and experiences, which are shared by our citizens.  Candidates must have strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.  Candidates should possess good interpersonal skills, common sense, and have the ability to problem solve.

 

Examples of Duties

A comprehensive list of a police officer's duties is not possible, but officers working within the Aurora Police Department perform some of the following functions:

  • Handle (emergency and non-emergency) calls for service received by our Communications Center.
  • Investigate and determine what type of, or if, crimes have occurred.
  • Make sound decisions using knowledge, training and experience.
  • Positively interact with the public.
  • Problem solve complex community issues and look for innovative solutions to reduce repeat calls for service.

You can also find more information at the APD recruiting website.

Qualifications

CLICK HERE For a list of minimum qualifications and automatic disqualifications.

Applicants passing minimum qualifications must also pass the FrontLine exam, a fitness test and attend the Aurora Police Recruiter's "So, you want to be a Cop?" seminar. Notifications and information about FrontLine  testing in Aurora and the mandatory seminar dates and deadlines will be sent to you once you complete the online application and pass minimum qualifications. We also accept National Testing Network Frontline scores that are valid as of the date you submit your application.
 

2022 Police Salary Information: 

$27.94-$37.49 Hourly
$4,844-$6,500 Monthly
$58,124-$77,998 Annually 

•    Grade 4/year 1: $58,124
•    Grade 3/year 2: $63,357
•    Grade 2/year 3: $70,589
•    Grade 1/year 4: $77,998
•    Grade 1(B)/year 5: $86,567
•    Grade 1(C)/year 6: $93,826

Uniforms:

  • Furnished by the Department at no cost.  The applicant will supply their own duty weapon meeting published department standards:
    • Glock 19
    • Glock 17
    • Glock model 45
  • Officers receive $1000 body armor vest allowance once every four years.
Vacation and Holidays:
  • Vacation- 80 hours annually (increasing with seniority to a maximum of 200 hours annually).
  • Paid Holidays- 9 days annually.
  • Personal Leave- 28 hours annually after completion of 1 year of continuous service.
Sick Leave:
  • 120 hours annually.
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance:
  • The City of Aurora offers contributions to a variety of health insurance plans, including some where the monthly premium is completely covered by the city. Employees have optional dental, vision and life insurance plans available to them. Employees can also add life insurance coverage for their dependents.
    • Insurance does not take effect until the 1st day of the month following the date of hire (ex. Hire date of May 5th, insurance effective June 1st).
Disability:
  • The City contribution provides death and disability coverage through the Fire & Police Pension Association (FPPA).
Retirement:
  • For 2020 Officers and the City both contribute 12% bi-weekly into a 401(A)-retirement fund with a 5-year vestment.
    • IRS qualified tax-exempt retirement plans meeting 401(A) status can be rolled over when the candidate provides IRS determination letter, subject to approval of the Retirement Board.
Deferred Compensation:
  • Officers will contribute a minimum of 1% of their pre-tax salary, on a bi-weekly basis into a 457 (b) Deferred Compensation plan, managed by Nationwide retirement solutions.
  • Additionally, Officers will also have the option to contribute funds (post-tax, and up to a certain dollar amount) into a Roth plan, also managed by Nationwide retirement solutions.
Training:
  • Annual in-service training. Officers are also eligible for job-related sponsored training.

01
Take your time filling out this application. Once you submit the application you cannot change your answers.

The Commission does not require you to submit any supplemental documents at the time of application.

I am aware that when requested by the Commission, a background investigation and polygraph examination will be used to verify all of my answers on this application. I am aware that I need to check all of my answers carefully before I submit this application.

  • Yes
  • No
02
You must be at least 21 years old by the Academy start date. Will you be 21 years or older? (Proof in the form of an original Birth Certificate, Passport of the United States of America, or a Certificate of Naturalization will be needed at a later date.)
  • Yes
  • No
03
As of today's date: Are you a citizen of the United States of America? (Proof in the form of an original Birth Certificate, Passport of the United States of America, or a Certificate of Naturalization will be needed at a later date.)
  • Yes I am a Citizen of the United States of America
  • No I am not a Citizen of the United States of America,
  • No, I am not a Citizen of the United States, but I have a legal right to work and remain in the U.S.
04
As of today's date: Do you have a High School Diploma or GED certificate (or equivalency from an accredited school)?
  • Yes
  • No
05
As of today's date: Do you possess a valid driver's license in any state?
  • Yes
  • No
06
As of today's date: List all states where you have been licensed to operate a motor vehicle in the past seven years. NOTE: As part of your background investigation, your motor vehicle record will be reviewed and compared against your answers below.
07
As of today's date: In the past year, have you been issued a ticket for three (3) or more driving violations (excluding parking tickets)?
  • Yes
  • No
08
As of today's date: In the past three years, have you been issued a ticket for (4) four or more driving violations (excluding parking tickets)?
  • Yes
  • No
09
As of today's date: In the past seven years, have you been issued a ticket for (7) seven or more driving violations (excluding parking tickets)?
  • Yes
  • No
10
As of today's date: In the past two years, has your driver's license been suspended or revoked? (Answer "No" if it was due to administrative purposes; Note: All administrative suspensions must be PAST and reinstated with no current suspensions.)
  • Yes
  • No
11
As of today's date: In the past five years, has your driver's license been suspended or revoked (2) two or more times? (Answer "No" if it was due to administrative purposes; Note: All administrative suspensions must be PAST and reinstated with no current suspensions)
  • Yes
  • No
12
As of today's date: In the past three years, have you been convicted of or received deferred judgment for reckless driving?
  • Yes
  • No
13
As of today's date: In the past seven years, have you been convicted of or received deferred judgment for reckless driving (2) two or more times?
  • Yes
  • No
14
You have completed half of the supplemental questions. STOP, go back, and check all of your answers before continuing with the supplemental questions.

I have checked all of my answers carefully and I am aware that my answers cannot be changed once I submit the application.

  • Yes
  • No
15
As of today's date: In the past three years, have you been convicted of, received deferred judgment for, or paid a fine for any violations while operating a motor vehicle that were related to or caused by alcohol, controlled substances, illegally used prescription drugs or other illegal substances?
  • Yes
  • No
16
As of today's date: In the past seven years, have you been convicted of, received deferred judgment for, or paid a fine for (2) two or more violations while operating a motor vehicle that were related to or caused by alcohol, controlled substances, illegally used prescription drugs or other illegal substances?
  • Yes
  • No
17
As of today's date: In the past year, have you possessed or used any marijuana or its derivatives in any form?
  • Yes
  • No
18
As of today's date: In the past three years, have you abused toxic vapors? Click Here to view CRS 18-18-412 for the description of abuse of toxic vapors
  • Yes
  • No
19
As of today's date: In the past three years have you illegally possessed or used any controlled substance or illegal drug other than marijuana?
  • Yes
  • No
20
As of today's date: In the past 3 years, have you illegally sold or distributed any controlled substances or illegal drugs?
  • Yes
  • No
21
For the following questions, you must admit to a crime for any records that have been sealed. Colorado Revised Statute, C.R.S. 24-72-703 (4) (a) and (d) (III) allows for the use of sealed records for POLICE APPLICANTS. It is strongly recommended that ALL applicants consult with an attorney before omitting any information.

Do you understand that sealed records are allowed to be utilized for background investigations of police applicants?

  • Yes
  • No
22
As of today's date: Within the last five years, have you ever been convicted of or received deferred judgement for (2) two or more misdemeanor crimes or petty offenses, other than traffic offenses, under Federal or State law, or violations of municipal or county ordinance?
  • Yes
  • No
23
As of today's date: Have you ever been convicted of, pled guilty to, received deferred judgement or sentencing for a felony under state/federal/military law?
  • Yes
  • No
24
As of today's date: Have you ever been convicted of any crime or ordinance violation, including domestic violence against a spouse or relative, which would bar you from possessing a firearm or ammunition under Federal or Colorado law? If unsure, please refer to the Colorado POST website guidelines.
  • Yes
  • No
25
As of today's date: Have you ever been convicted of, had deferred judgment for, or combination of any misdemeanor causing disqualification under POST standard 24-31-305?
  • Yes
  • No
26
I am aware that all correspondence regarding this position will be by e-mail only. (To ensure these emails are not rejected by your email provider or spam filter, please add domains GovernmentJobs.com and auroragov.org to your list of trusted senders.)
  • Yes
  • No
27
I have checked all of my answers carefully and I am aware that my answers cannot be changed once I submit the application.
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Agency
City of Aurora Civil Service Commission
Address
15151 E. Alameda Parkway
Suite 3400
Aurora, Colorado, 80012
Phone
(303) 326-8931