Police Officer (Full -Time)

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Silverthorne, established in 1967, is a modern mountain town in the heart of Summit County with a community bonded by the region's natural beauty, outdoor recreation, arts and the opportunity to build a future. Working for the Town of Silverthorne provides the unique opportunity to be part of a small, tightly knit, progressive organization that values balancing the needs of people and the environment, having fun with a positive attitude, embracing change through a pioneering spirit, collaborative teamwork, sincere integrity and enthusiastic zeal. Thanks to visionary leadership, public-private partnerships and community engagement, our town has an unmistakable energy that makes it a desirable place to live, work and play.

LOCATION

Silverthorne Town Hall

PAY RATE

Starting at $74,984 depending on experience

SHIFT

4 x 10 hour shifts - including nights, weekends and holidays

DESCRIPTION

The Silverthorne Police Department is accepting applications for the hourly position of Police Officer. This team-oriented position is responsible for enforcement of criminal and traffic laws, preventing and deterring criminal activity, and providing day-to-day services to the public. We utilize the principals of community policing to address and resolve issues within the Town. You must submit names of five references in the application process.

The Silverthorne Police Department is a progressive agency, which exemplifies its core belief in professionalism, integrity, innovation and teamwork. The mission of the Silverthorne Police Department is to enhance the quality of life within the town by working closely with citizens in the development and delivery of professional police services. If you are the type of person who is committed to performing a high quality of service and enjoys a diversity of opportunities and challenges, we invite you to apply for a position with our team.

Hiring Range is: $74,984 to $97,397 DOE / Recruit / Lateral

Full Pay Range is: $74,984 to $103,000

$10,000 Hiring Bonus: $5,000 after successful completion of Field Training Program and $5,000 after one year of service post Field Training.

Benefits Include:

• A robust flexible benefits plan including: Medical, Dental & Vision insurance; Group Life Insurance; Voluntary Life Insurance; Silverthorne’s Paid Family & Medical Leave Coverage, Long-Term Disability coverage; Hospital Indemnity Coverage, Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Accident & Critical Illness coverage;
• Social Security Replacement 401(a) Retirement plan – vested day one
• Roth IRA & 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Accounts
• 22 days of PTO accrued per year
• 12 Paid Holidays per year
• Free Employee Recreation Center Pass & Discounted Family Pass
• Use of the Town Wash Bay to wash personal vehicles
• Housing Purchase or Rental Assistance Programs
• Town Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Colorado POST Certification
• Valid Colorado driver’s license
• Applicants must be able to work 4, 10 hour shifts, that rotate and include, nights, weekends and holidays
• Applicants must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements as shown in the job description
• Must have the ability to pass a background check, a drug test, a polygraph and psychological testing

EOE STATEMENT

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

June 1, 2024

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $72,800.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Silverthorne, CO: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person