Patrol Officer; Part-Time

Overview

Town of Eaton, Colorado —
Patrol Officer (Part-time)

This is a part-time, non-benefited opportunity with the Eaton Police Department, offering flexible scheduling based on the operational needs of the department.

This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice.

• Patrol the Town by vehicle and on foot to deter crime, identify suspicious activity, and maintain a visible presence in the community.
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service; enforce laws and Town ordinances; de-escalate conflicts; take reports; and assist individuals in routine and unusual situations.
• Conduct traffic enforcement and control; make arrests; serve warrants; secure crime scenes; collect and preserve evidence; conduct investigations; prepare cases; and testify in court as needed.
• Provide mutual aid to other law enforcement agencies in accordance with department policy; perform other related duties as assigned.
• Maintain strong community relationships with residents, businesses, schools, and civic groups; support crime prevention and public education efforts.

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities and reports to a Corporal or Sergeant under the general supervision of the Chief of Police.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Postsecondary education preferred but not required.
• Colorado P.O.S.T. certification required.
• Applicants hired outside of Colorado will be required to provide a Provisional letter from Colorado P.O.S.T prior to date of hire.

• Must successfully pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen.
• Must comply with organizational and departmental policies.

• This position is part-time and scheduled a minimum of 20 hours per month.
• This position requires rotating shift work.
• Scheduling is flexible and determined by the needs of the department.

• There is a frequent need to sit, stand, stoop, walk, and perform other similar actions during the workday.
• Incumbents require sufficient mobility to work in an office and field setting.
• Position requires continuous moderate or occasional heavy physical activity.
• Work involves exposure to hazardous substances, potentially dangerous situations, and adverse weather conditions.
• Incumbents may operate both office and field equipment and may transport materials and supplies weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Incumbents must be able to travel to various locations; must be able to see and hear adequately with or without correction.

This position description is not intended to be an exclusive list of all duties and responsibilities. The Town is an at-will employer and may modify or assign duties at any time.

The Town of Eaton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics.

The Town will make reasonable accommodations to ensure equal opportunity in employment. If accommodations are needed, please direct inquiries to cpshr.

Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use:
The Town does not permit medical or recreational marijuana use in the workplace, and maintains a drug-free workplace policy.