Police Officer

Ignacio, CO
Town of Ignacio Police Department

Position Summary:

Performs a variety of duties in the enforcement of laws and the prevention of crimes; to control traffic flow and enforce State and local traffic regulations; and to perform a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the Police Department.

Essential Functions:

  • Patrols all areas of the Town to preserve law and order, discover and prevent the commission of crimes, and enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances, check buildings for physical security.
  • Respond to burglar alarms, general public service calls and complaints including domestic disturbances, civil complaints, property control, automobile accidents, robberies, and related misdemeanor and felony incidents.
  • Collect, process, photograph and present evidence including fingerprints, fibers, blood and related physical evidence.
  • Enforce traffic laws and Ordinances; check speed with radar, issue warnings and citations.
  • Interview suspects, victims, and witnesses in the field.
  • Prepare reports on arrests made, activities performed and unusual incidents observed; input information into the computer.
  • Arrest and maintain custody of prisoners, conduct Breathalyzer tests and record results, book and transfer prisoners to the County Jail, or transfer custody to the Southern Ute Police Department.
  • Serve warrants and execute police raids, provide bar checks.
  • May serve as intelligence officer, gather crime related intelligence information and conduct background investigations; coordinate information and activities with outside agencies and jurisdictions.
  • Direct traffic at fires, special events, and other emergency or congested situations.
  • Testify in Municipal, State and Federal court proceedings.
  • Attend department sponsored training.
  • Performs related duties and responsibilities as required or requested

Requirements:

  • Some law enforcement experience is desirable.
  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • Ongoing completion of minimum and continuing education requirements as stipulated by the State of Colorado.
  • Possession of or ability to obtain a valid appropriate P.O.S.T. certificate from the State of Colorado.
  • Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid Colorado driver license and be insurable under the Town vehicle insurance policy.