*The Police Officer I or II must possess basic Colorado (or other State) Peace Officer’s Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) Certificate or currently enrolled in a Law Enforcement P.O.S.T Academy to qualify for this position.

Job Summary

A Police Officer for the City of Fountain ensures the safety of citizens and property by preventing, reporting, investigating, and analyzing crime within the city limits. The purpose of a Police Officer is to Protect the lives, safety, health, welfare, and property of the citizens of the City of Fountain by enforcing municipal, state and federal ordinances, statutes and laws. Police Officers for the City of Fountain are responsible for patrolling assigned areas to deter crime, respond to emergencies, and ensure the safety of individuals and property. They investigate criminal activity, traffic accidents, and disturbances, collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, and completing accurate reports. Officers enforce laws and ordinances through arrests, citations, and warnings, while also assisting citizens with information, emergencies, and public safety concerns. They participate in court proceedings, training sessions, community outreach, and inter-agency support operations. Additionally, officers maintain their equipment, stay current on departmental procedures, and perform other duties as assigned.

Police Officer I and Police Officer II are differentiated by years of experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas within the City to deter and detect illegal activities and to protect and preserve the safety and security of individuals and property; renders assistance to citizens as needed.
• Responds to dispatch calls and investigates citizen’s complaints and reported incidents, including crimes in progress, crimes discovered after the fact, disturbances, and accidents.
• Conducts preliminary investigations at crime scenes, traffic accident scenes, disturbances, and the like to preserve and/or collect physical evidence, diagram or photograph scenes, obtain statements, protect witnesses and possible subjects necessary for the reporting of circumstances and facts, for charging suspects and for necessary follow-up.
• Responds to and investigates traffic accidents; may establish traffic surveillance to observe and apprehend violators of traffic ordinances and statutes.
• Enforces criminal and municipal statutes and ordinances by issuing summons, making arrests, taking into custody, and giving verbal or written warnings.
• Reports traffic hazards and abandoned vehicles.
• Prepares a variety of written reports and records on incidents and violations of the law; including criminal, traffic, and informational reports; reviews reports to ensure consistency, accuracy, and thoroughness.
• Appears in Municipal, State, and Federal courts and testifies as the arresting officer or witness as required on matters related to criminal and civil actions.
• Offers assistance to citizens and visitors, such as giving directions and information, calling for roadside assistance, locating lost children.
• Attends and participates in briefings, prescribed courses of physical training, classroom instruction, and field exercises.
• Serves subpoenas, assists the courts with court security, and transports prisoners as necessary.
• Responds to medical emergencies and assists the fire department and ambulance as needed.
• Assists other law enforcement agencies as needed or required, including relaying written communication.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with citizens and co-workers.
• Conducts preventative maintenance on patrol vehicle and other equipment and firearms.
• Conducts crime prevention duties including participation in various crime prevention programs and speaking appearances in schools or businesses.
• Attends training courses as assigned or appropriate. Acquires up-to-date knowledge of all departmental policies and procedures, laws, ordinances, etc.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required.

Supervisor Duties

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

Police Officers for the City of Fountain work in a dynamic and often high-stress environment that includes both indoor and outdoor settings, regardless of weather conditions. They regularly patrol neighborhoods, respond to emergencies, and interact with the public, sometimes in hazardous or emotionally charged situations. The role requires physical stamina, mental alertness, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Officers may be exposed to dangerous individuals, traffic hazards, and potentially life-threatening situations. Shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is required to ensure 24/7 public safety coverage.

Qualifications

Police Officer I

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training or work experience that is equivalent to completion of one year of college in law enforcement, criminal justice or closely related field.
• Requires a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Must possess basic Colorado (or other State) Peace Officer’s Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) Certificate, and CPR and First Aid Certificate.
• Minimum twenty-one (21) years of age
• Requires good physical condition.
• Knowledge of crime prevention, investigation, and community policing principals, procedures, techniques and equipment.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and their application to police activities.
• Proficiency in use of firearms and other police equipment.
• Able to obtain the following ICS Certifications: IS100 200, 700 & 900 within 12 months of hire.

Police Officer II

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training or work experience that is equivalent to completion of one year of college in law enforcement, criminal justice or closely related field.
• Requires at least three (3) years of experience with a law enforcement agency such as a Municipal Sworn Officer, Patrol in a State, or Patrol/Investigations for a County Agency during the last (5) five years.
• Requires a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Must possess basic Colorado (or other state) Peace Officer’s Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) Certificate, and CPR and First Aid Certificate.
• Minimum twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Requires good physical condition.
• Knowledge of crime prevention, investigation, and community policing principals, procedures, techniques, and equipment.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and their application to police activities.
• Proficiency in the use of firearms and other police equipment.
• Able to obtain the following ICS Certifications: IS100 200, 700 & 900 within 12 months of hire.

Required Capabilities

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• To perform the essential job functions and to ensure the safety of themselves, their coworkers, and the public, employees must have the ability to regulate attention; to plan; to understand, remember, and apply information; to effectively interact with others; to concentrate and maintain pace; and to adapt or regulate one’s behavior.
• Ability to proficiently read, speak, and understand English. Proficiency in non-English languages is highly valued.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills, analytical skills, statistical and mathematical abilities and interpersonal skills. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write complex reports and distill information for many audiences.
• This position requires close, distance and peripheral vision.
• Ability to hear an average conversational voice in a quiet room, using one or both ears, at a distance of six (6) feet. Ability to hear sounds and signals indicating work and safety necessities.
• This position requires standing, walking and sitting for periods of time. Utilization of hands and fingers to operate office computer keyboard and equipment required. Must be able to reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel or crouch if needed.
• Must be able to lift up to one hundred (100) pounds as needed and frequently lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
• This position requires effective proficiency in the use of computer software and applications, office equipment, and professional telephone use. The ability to adequately type quickly with few to no errors is also very important. This position will often require multi-tasking in the use of computer, phone, and office equipment while interacting with clients. Candidates for this position may be required to take and pass technology proficiency assessments prior to employment.

This position will be open until filled.