Police Officer 1 (POST)

**Police Officer 1 (POST) Salary $43.22 Hourly Location CO 80134, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number 1543-26 Department Police Department Opening Date 01/13/2026

Job Summary

Join the Parker Police Department - Make a Real Impact on Your Community!!

Are you passionate about serving your community and contributing to positive change?

The Parker Police Department provides exemplary year-round, 24-hour service to citizens of the Town of Parker and adheres to the highest standards of ethical behavior. The department's primary objective is to provide a safe community environment in Parker with the highest level of service possible. The organization is committed to safeguarding the community through the philosophy of community policing, making Parker a great place to live, work, and play.

The community policing philosophy encourages police officers to get out of their cars, get to know the people in the community, build trust and problem-solving partnerships with community members, and work to improve the quality of life in Parker. The Police Department actively participates in community support activities, such as National Night Out, Coffee with a Cop and youth educational programs.

Benefits

The Parker Police Department is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team. As a vital part of our department, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive, collaborative environment. We believe that leadership can emerge at every level, and we value the contributions of each team member. By working together, we strive to find solutions that improve our community and enhance public safety.

We provide continuous training and support to help you strengthen your skills and advance within the department. Employees are eligible to apply for some special assignments, duties, and instructorships (DOE) after successful completion of twelve (12) month probationary period.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age at the time of employment and a Colorado P.O.S.T. certification as a Level 1 Peace Officer. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Drivers License issued by the State of Colorado for the type of vehicle or equipment operated; safe driving record and a minimum of two (2) years of driving history.

Essential Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties. The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and the Town may change these duties at any time.

• Responds to calls for service.
• Interprets and upholds various laws.
• Prevents, discovers, and investigates crime.
• Preserves public order, protects lives and property and maintains public safety.
• Applies knowledge, reason, and appropriate judgment to make prompt, effective decisions after evaluating alternative courses of action.
• Initiates citizen contacts, traffic stops, and investigates suspicious occurrences through community policing strategies.
• Interacts with citizens to identify issues of concern, works together to resolve concerns.
• Facilitates community problem solving and takes enforcement action when appropriate.
• Observes, listens, and analyzes activities in a wide variety of situations; makes valid assessments of relevant issues, problems, and potential solutions.
• Investigates, gathers evidence, locates, and interviews relevant persons; makes arrests when required, takes necessary police action, prepares reports, and cases for prosecution, and testifies in court.
• Acts with sensitivity to the feelings of others, does not contribute to antagonism, interacts effectively with diverse groups, utilizes de-escalation practices, acts courteous/respectful, and uses good customer service skills.
• Communicates effectively with a wide variety of people verbally and in writing, under varied circumstances, listens, understands and resolves problems and potential solutions.
• Participates with others on work groups or committees to accomplish necessary additional tasks, i.e. PTO, School Programs, crime prevention officer, range officer, D.R.E., bicycle patrol, business associations, or neighborhood groups.
• Establishes positive relationships with citizens, business, and other members of the community.
• Completes required paperwork including but not limited to reports, citations, and warrant paperwork.
• Performs other related duties as assigned and as described in the Parker Police Department Policy and Procedure Manual; may serve in a specialized assignment capacity.

Work Environment

Work is frequently performed in outside conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and humid conditions, hot (may be extreme) and/or cold (may be extreme) conditions, fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals, airborne particles, and vibrations. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places or with explosives.

Testing and Evaluation

This is a continuous posting to fill multiple vacancies. This posting may close at any time with or without notice. Work hours will vary. Shift work required. Days, evenings, weekend and holiday hours will be required.

Applications will be reviewed by Command Staff as received and testing emails will be sent upon application approval. Testing includes: Release forms, Typing Test, Written Exam and Video Interview. Must pass all testing phases to move to Oral Board process. The sooner all phases of testing are complete the sooner an invitation to Oral Board Interviews will occur.

Oral Board Interviews

Oral Board Interviews: Conducted approximately every two (2) weeks. Candidates will be notified via phone or email regarding interview times/dates.

Chief Interviews & Backgrounds

On-going

Salary and Benefits

2026 Parker Police Full Step Plan (Effective March 2026):

• Step 1: $43.22 ($89,898), Step 2: $44.92 ($93,434 annually), Step 3: $47.62 ($99,050 annually), Step 4: $50.47 ($104,978 annually), Step 5: $53.50 ($111,280 annually), Step 6: $56.71 ($117,957 annually)

Inquiries related to this job posting may be sent to moliver@parkerco.gov. An online application for this position is required. To apply, visit the employment page of our website, www.parkeronline.org/employment. We do not accept resumes or applications from 3rd party sites.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Town of Parker is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. You may enroll in the Town of Parker benefits if you are classified as a full-time employee and have completed the eligibility waiting period of 30 days. Coverage will begin the first of the month following 30 days of employment. The generous benefits package includes: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, life and AD&D insurance, voluntary term life insurance, 401(a) retirement plan, 457 retirement plan, holiday pay, vacation, sick leave, educational assistance program, employee assistance program and a family membership to the Parker Recreation Center and/or Field House. Benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of those plans and the summary plan descriptions, which are subject to annual budget and appropriations by Town Council.