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Careers With Timnath Police Department.
Please complete a Timnath Employment Application (below).
Additionally, all entry level applicants must complete testing through National Testing Network (NTN). Testing is required to advance through the hiring process.
Send completed application, along with a resume and cover letter, to: [email protected]
About the Job
Job Classification: Lateral Police Officer
The Town of Timnath is accepting applications for the position of Lateral/POST Police Officer. Candidates should complete the employment application and provide a cover letter and resume. For information referencing the position and application documents, please visit www.timnath.org.
Salary Information: $72,678 (Entry level) to $104,028 (Top Step); based on POST certification status and years of experience.
Benefit Information:
- FLSA Non-exempt
- PERA retirement plan;
- Excellent health, dental and vision insurance;
- EAP and health | fitness incentives
- Take home vehicles (within set guidelines)
- Will sponsor Entry Level applicants to a Colorado POST approved Academy
Job Description: Police Officers are responsible for enforcing local, state, and federal laws, ordinances, and regulations to ensure public safety and maintain order. Officers must be capable of working independently and collaboratively with fellow officers and outside agencies in a wide range of law enforcement duties.
Key Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):
- Enforcing laws and ordinances through proactive patrol, investigation, and response to calls for service.
- Processing crime scenes and properly collecting, documenting, and securing evidence.
- Preparing detailed and accurate affidavits, citations, incident reports, and other documentation.
- Apprehending suspects in accordance with legal procedures and department policy.
- Safely operating police vehicles in both emergency and non-emergency situations.
- Performing first responder duties, including rescue operations and providing aid during emergencies.
- Maintaining effective communication with the public and representing the department with professionalism and respect.
- Responding to non-criminal service calls such as noise complaints, animal issues, and other community concerns.
Officers must be able to follow written and verbal instructions—whether complex or general—and make sound, informed decisions, often in high-pressure or unpredictable environments. Attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to exercise discretion are essential qualities for success in this role.
This position requires shift work on a rotating schedule, including weekends and holidays, and is subject to change based on operational needs.