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Fort Lewis College Campus Police Department - Police Officer I
State of Colorado
Fort Lewis College
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a police officer at Fort Lewis College in Colorado, where you'll patrol the campus on foot, bike, or vehicle to keep it safe, investigate crimes, help with community issues like directions or vehicle problems, and write reports on incidents.
It's ideal for someone who enjoys working in a vibrant college environment, interacting with diverse students and staff, and combining law enforcement with community support in a scenic outdoor setting.
Key Requirements
- Valid Colorado Peace Officer certification or eligibility to obtain it
- Ability to conduct patrols (motor, bicycle, foot) to detect and respond to criminal activity and hazards
- Skills in criminal investigations, including processing scenes, collecting evidence, interviewing, and executing warrants
- Experience in community policing, such as providing directions, crime prevention advice, and assistance with non-law enforcement issues
- Proficiency in documentation, report writing, and compliance with body camera laws (e.g., SB217)
- Knowledge of enforcing federal, state, local laws, campus policies, and traffic control during events
- Strong communication skills for interacting with students, faculty, staff, visitors, and other agencies
Full Job Description
Requirements
Patrol 40 %
Conducts motor, bicycle, and foot patrol in order to deter and discover criminal activity, documenting all incidents including criminal activity, safety and health hazards, unusual or suspicious activities, security problems and deficiencies, take immediate action when required on all of the above.
Criminal Investigation 20%
Processes crime scenes, collects and preserves evidence, photographs and diagrams crime scenes, interviews victims, witnesses and suspects. Executes search and arrest warrants. Assists other law enforcement agencies. Proactively enforces drug and alcohol laws and policies, enforces all federal state and local laws and ordinances. Also enforces the rules and regulations of Fort Lewis College.
Community Relations/Policing 10%
Assists students, faculty, staff and visitors with directions to various buildings, special functions, etc. Advises students in crime prevention and personal safety. Assists with motor vehicle problems such as unlocking doors, jumpstarting vehicles, assisting with flat tires, calling towing companies, locksmiths, etc. Advises students on problems not directly
involving law enforcement.
Documentation & Report Writing 20%
File appropriate police reports, affidavits, search & arrest warrants as appropriate. Ensure compliance with state law (SB217) regarding body camera recording and preservation. Complete daily activity log to document shift events and ensure communication with other departments on campus. Complete all contact information as required by SB 217. Communicate via email, phone, text, etc. to supervisors and other members of the department to ensure tasks are being completed appropriately.
Traffic 5%
Directs traffic before and after special events. Enforce traffic and parking regulations and issues parking tickets for violations. Investigates traffic accidents including administering first aid when necessary. Photographs and diagrams accident scenes. Issues summons as required. Prepares reports and testifies in court.
Training & Certification 5%
Attends training sessions to keep state certifications current. Monitors own training file to ensure compliance and training requirements per CRS 24-31-315
This is a covered position under the Colorado Partnership for Quality Jobs & Services Act.
Applications will only be accepted through the Fort Lewis College Workday portal https://fortlewiscollege.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/FLC. We do not accept applications through any other online website or app and those websites do not feed into our application site.
Qualifications
This is an essential services position that is eligible for overtime when preapproved by the supervisor. This is a covered position under the Colorado Partnership for Quality Jobs & Services Act.
Applications will only be accepted through the Fort Lewis College Workday portal https://fortlewiscollege.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/FLC.
We do not accept applications through any other online website or app and those websites do not feed into our application site.
Residency Requirement: (New)
Residents and non-residents of Colorado may apply and be hired into this position as the work will be performed primarily at a location that is within 30 miles of the state border.
Class Code & Classification Description: (New)
| A4B2TX | POLICE OFFICER I |
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
Current, valid Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certification
One year of law enforcement experience
P.O.S.T. Certification
To be eligible for appointment as a peace officer, an applicant must first be certified by the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Board. Please note that students in training to be law enforcement officers and those whose certification is no longer current are ineligible to serve as police officers in the state of Colorado.
By law, a person must pass a certification examination administered by the POST Board, a physical and psychological examination, and a background check before he or she may serve as a peace officer in Colorado. You must also attend an academy, which is either an agency academy or one run through a community college. Academies generally run from August-December or January-May/June. There is no ONLINE academy.
To be eligible for appointment as a peace officer, an applicant must first be certified by the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Board. Please note that students in training to be law enforcement officers and those whose certification is no longer current are ineligible to serve as police officers in the state of Colorado.
By law, a person must pass a certification examination administered by the POST Board, a physical and psychological examination, and a background check before he or she may serve as a peace officer in Colorado. You must also attend an academy, which is either an agency academy or one run through a community college. Academies generally run from August-December or January-May/June. There is no ONLINE academy.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
- Data entry skills
- Microsoft Office experience
- Critical thinking skills
- Active listening skills
- Reading, writing and oral comprehension skills
- Written and oral expression skills
- Work experience with diverse audiences and under-represented groups
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- In addition to the requirements listed above, this position is an essential services position and must be able to work ALL shifts and in the case of emergencies, or inclement weather and in the case of covering a last-minute shift for another officer
- Basic current valid Colorado P.O.S.T. certification is required at the time of hire
- A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory review of the driving record by the College insurance agent following the Authorized Driver Policy of Fort Lewis College and the satisfactory driving record must be maintained in order to drive a campus vehicle.
- Positions are subject to a background investigation in accordance with the administrative procedures of the State Personnel Director
- Physical and psychological evaluations are required in accordance with section 24-31-303 (5) (b), C. R. S.
- Must possess and maintain a current valid driver license and must be in possession of the license by the testing date
- Fort Lewis College's alcohol and other drug policy
- Sexual assault policy
- Campus security policies
- Campus/community resources
- The Colorado Riot Offense Statute restriction on enrollment
- Where to find registered sex offender information
- Crime statistics for the previous three calendar years
- Reporting crimes
In addition to the physical and psychological evaluations listed above, a final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a post offer evaluation of fitness for duty.
This fitness test has cardio and strength components that must be passed. All candidates are encouraged to ensure they will be able to meet those requirements by actively conditioning now.
Appeal Rights: (Updated)
An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.
As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.
Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative.
This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the Department’s action.
For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules.
Additional Information
Notice to Prospective Employees: The Fort Lewis College is required by the Clery Act of 1990 to notify prospective employees, current employees, students and applicants where to access our Campus Security Report.
The report is updated and published annually in accordance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, Federal Student Right-to-Know, the Federal Drug-free Schools and Campuses Act of 1989.
This report contains information about:
The Campus Security Report can be accessed in two ways:
By going to the internet website at: www.fortlewis.edu/AnnualSecurityReport Fort Lewis College Student Affairs Office will also provide a paper copy of the annual security report upon request. You can reach them at (970) 247-7331.
Equal OpportunityFort Lewis College does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex*, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, family or domestic status, political beliefs, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information.
Accordingly, equal opportunity for employment shall be extended to all persons.
The College shall promote equal opportunity, equal treatment, and affirmative action efforts to increase the diversity of students, faculty, and staff.
The College is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment.
To file a report, get resources, read policies, or make an appointment, See www.fortlewis.edu/CARE.
Other discrimination questions
Office of the Equal Opportunity Coordinator
David Pirrone
165 Education Business Hall
1000 Rim Drive
Durango, Colorado 81301
(970) 247-7182 djpirrone@fortlewis.edu
Questions about Title IX sex discrimination
Office of the Title IX Coordinator
Madeleine Gillman, Assistant Director of Compliance and Title IX Coordinator
230 Skyhawk Station
1000 Rim Drive
Durango, Colorado 81301
(970) 247-7049 mgillman@fortlewis.edu
Information about Fort Lewis College’s alcohol and drug policy, sexual assault policy, campus security policies, campus crime statistics, fire safety procedures and fire statistics, and campus/community resources can be found in the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.
Hard copies are available upon request.
* Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Part 106 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, including in admission and employment.
Inquiries about the application of Title IX and CFR 106 to Fort Lewis College may be directed to FLC's Title IX Coordinator and/or to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education.
ADAA AccommodationsAny person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment.
To request an accommodation, please contact Kristin Polens by phone 970-247-7459 or email kpolens@fortlewis.edu at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation.
You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed.
Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.
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