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Police Officer Intern at RRCC

Salary

$4,563.00 - $5,476.00 Monthly

Location

Lakewood, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

GJL-000496 07/25

Department

Red Rocks Community College

Opening Date

07/31/2025

Closing Date

8/8/2025 4:00 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

Red Rocks Community College, 13300 West Sixth Ave., Lakewood, CO 80228

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

Angelee Cornejo, (303) 914-6300, [email protected]

Salary Note

Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.

Hiring Pay Rate

The salary range listed represents a broad salary range for this position. It is anticipated that this position will begin at $4,563.00 per month, depending upon internal equity, experience, education, and training.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

GJL-000496 07/25; College Police Department

Red Rocks Community College exemplifies extraordinary. We are dedicated to our Vision and Mission, which promote student achievement, staff empowerment, and community engagement. We live our values: Integrity, Collaboration, Learning, Inclusiveness, and Communication. With an unrivaled reputation grounded in our Values, we stand out as a cutting edge model in higher education. We are one of the first community colleges in the country to offer both Bachelor's and Master's degree programs. Our continued pursuit of excellence is instilled in our employees and has inspired a dynamic and passionate culture.

Why work at RRCC?

+ We offer a competitive benefits package, including: health coverage, retirement, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and more. Benefits for employees in Classified positions are administered through the Colorado Department of Personnel and Administration’s Division of Human Resources. Employees in Classified positions are eligible to begin their benefits the 1st of the month following their start date. Find complete information on benefits for Classified positions on theDepartment of Personnel and Administration (http://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits) website.

+ Professional Development - We provide professional development and enrichment opportunities for our staff to help them grow personally and professionally through our Center for Professional Enrichment and Human Resources department.

+ Tuition Reimbursement - To help our staff develop their skills, we offer a tuition reimbursement program good for courses taken at any of the Community College System colleges.

Note: This p osition typically works Monday - Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., and alternating Saturdays. Flexibility may be required to meet the needs of the department. Successful candidate must be able to follow verbal communications and be able to read and comprehend written directions. Also, must be able to interpret written directives, policies, and memos. An essential function of this position requires the individual to exert up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. It also requires constant or frequent climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing, and depth perception. You must be able to perform this level of physical exertion and essential functions in order to be considered for this position. This position will wear personal protection equipment and standardized uniforms.

EMAIL ADDRESS: All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via e-mail. Please include your current e-mail address on your application and set up your e-mail to accept messages from [email protected] and 'cccs.edu' addresses. If you do not have an email address, then you will receive correspondence via US mail.

Description of Job

Your application must provide a detailed description of your relevant work experience in relation to the following duties: Position will work with a broad range of people campus wide to ensure situations are appropriately addressed and expectations for safety are achieved.

Position is located in the Campus Police Department at Red Rocks Community College and is designed to train the position. Under direction supervision position is responsible to respond to all calls for service, both criminal and non-criminal. Conduct field interviews of suspicious people and their conduct. Investigate alleged criminal actions, collect evidence as needed, interview victims, witnesses, and suspects. Arrest and/or detain person(s) as appropriate and provide proper advisements to those under arrest as needed. Conduct appropriate traffic enforcement for motor vehicle violations. Investigate and record (as appropriate) motor vehicle accidents and render aid as needed. Patrol/monitor campus to deter, prevent and/or discover criminal activity and/or people in need of Law Enforcement services. Safely respond to both criminal and non-criminal emergencies.

Prepares reports, both written and verbal, regarding all activities performed during a shift. Prepares and completes necessary reports regarding criminal activity for presentation to the District Attorney for prosecution. Prepares and completes the necessary reports for Campus Administrative action or actions, to include dissemination by department leadership. Prepares and preserves all necessary and required evidence, and log and store the evidence properly.

Maintains crowd and traffic control at public events such as July 4th, political rallies, demonstrations, concerts, sporting events, and Academy and RRCC graduations. Provides specialized enforcement for public events such as July 4th, political rallies, demonstrations, concerts, sporting events, and Academy and RRCC graduations. Coordinates efforts with appropriate Law Enforcement regarding dignitary protection and security. Provides Law Enforcement escort as appropriate for campus monetary operations. Assists the motoring public as needed. Lock/unlock RRCC facilities as needed. Responsible for the college’s access control management system, creating and updating door schedules as needed and overseeing the creation of access control badges.

Participates in in-service and specialized Law Enforcement training and continuing education. Maintains proficiency in firearms, arrest control, defensive tactics, and any P.O.S.T. required training. Maintains an ongoing familiarity with current Law Enforcement legal issues and recent local, state, and federal court decisions that affect Law Enforcement. Provides community relations with the public through verbal and written communications and exchanges. As assigned, provides crime prevention and safety lectures and presentations. Appears when requested and required in the appropriate court (County, District, municipal, etc.). Perform other duties as assigned which may include but is not limited to; attending department/division/College meetings, participating on college committees and completing / attending trainings as applicable and assigned by department, division, and/or college leadership.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description:

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience Only:

One (1) year of POST certified law enforcement experience which included patrolling, apprehending, arresting and enforcing criminal and civil laws will substitute for the one year of college coursework. Possession of a current, valid Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification is required at time of application submission. Part time experience will be prorated.

OR

Education and Experience:

One year of college coursework (30 semester hours) in criminal justice. Possession of a current, valid Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification is required at time of application submission. You must submit a copy of your POST certification with your application in order to be considered.

Condition of Employment: You must have possession of a current, valid Colorado Peace Officer Standards Training (POST) certification as required in accordance with C.R.S. 16-2.5-102 at the time of application. You must submit a copy of your POST/PID number with the application. Positions are subject to a background investigation in accordance with the administrative procedures of the State Personnel Director. Felony convictions or conviction of crimes of moral turpitude or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from consideration for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges and convictions, it is your responsibility to provide RRCC Office of Human Resources with an official disposition of the charges. You must pass the initial review in order to continue in the examination and interview process. This position requires the individual to exert or lift in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. It also requires seizing, holding, controlling, and/or otherwise subduing violent, assaultive, or physically threatening persons to defend oneself or prevent injury. Body strength and agility of all four limbs is necessary. This position is essential personnel, requiring being on duty to perform emergency services of the agency without delay and/or interruption and rotating shifts. This position may be required to work at the Arvada and Lakewood Campuses as needed. You must be willing to accept working at both locations and working varying hours as needed.

Necessary Special Requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age; possess a valid Colorado Driver License, a current first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate, successful completion, within the two years prior to application, of an approved Colorado Basic training course and you must not have any of the following:

+ Felony convictions

+ Domestic violence convictions

+ Acquiring more than seven points in the last year and/or more than 12 points within the last two years on a driver's license.

+ Alcohol/drug related traffic convictions in the last three years and repeat alcohol/drug convictions after the age of 18 within the last ten years.

Appeal Rights:

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 [email protected] 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 .

Supplemental Information

This posting may be used to fill one or more similar positions in the future.

Comparative Analysis Process: Your employment application will be used to rate your training and experience and to determine your rank among the candidates for this position. Other forms of testing may include eSkill, oral board, written, etc. subject to change based on number of qualified applicants. It is, therefore, very important to fill out the application completely and to give a detailed description of your education and work experience. Your application and attachments should address the described duties, minimum, and preferred qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses the requirements as listed in the Minimum Requirements section and that all required documents are included in the application packet (e.g. application, transcripts, licensure, supplemental questionnaire, etc.). Failure to include the required information by the application deadline will result in your rejection from consideration of the position.

Important Note To Applicants: Former employees of the Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinary terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on your completed application.

CCCS recognizes the importance of a workforce that is reflective of our diverse student community. As such, we are interested in selecting the best candidate from a diverse applicant pool.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Colorado Community College System believes when all human qualities are regarded with dignity and respect and when everyone has access to the individualized support they need, all will have the opportunity to thrive. In all aspects of the employment process, decisions are made based on merit, competence, performance and business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodations:

As part of our commitment to provide access to individualized support, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Jennifer Matthews at [email protected] .

Pregnant Worker’s Fairness Act:

The Pregnant Worker’s Fairness Act allows applicants to request a reasonable accommodation for known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. If you require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Jennifer Matthews at [email protected] .

Address Confidentiality Program: If you are covered by the Address Confidentiality Program as provided by Colorado Revised Statute (CRS) 24-21-201 through 24-21-214, please notify the Human Resources office or analyst listed on this announcement so that you are provided the appropriate time extension for notifications provided by U.S. Mail. The extension allowed under this program applies only to U.S. Mail notifications that include a deadline of 10 days or less.

For or information regarding Red Rocks Community College Security, including crime statistics for the campus and surrounding area, please see the RRCC Police website: http://www.rrcc.edu/police/crimereport.html. For a hard copy report please contact 303-914-6394.

FOR CURRENT OR FORMER EMPLOYEES OF THE STATE OF COLORADO:

Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024, any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification’s pay range based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30. All current and former State employees must ensure that your entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is indicated in your application so that your time-in-series can be calculated accurately.

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

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Are you a current resident of the State of Colorado who can provide proof of Colorado residency?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Do you currently possess a valid Colorado driver's license as required for this position?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Are you willing and able to submit to and pass a comprehensive pre-employment background check, pre-placement physical, and a pre-placement psychological assessment as a condition of hire?

+ Yes

+ No

04

This position requires you to exert up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. It also requires seizing, holding, controlling, and/or otherwise subduing violent, assaultive, or physically threatening person to defend oneself or prevent injury. Are you willing and able to meet these essential functions?

+ Yes

+ No

05

Are you willing and able to work other shifts when scheduled to do so to meet the needs of the department?

+ Yes

+ No

06

This position requires candidate to possess a Colorado POST/PID Certificate at the time of applying. Provide your POST/PID number, date received, name of Police Academy and expiration date. You must submit a copy of your certification with application in order to be considered.

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Please explain your previous Security, Public Safety and/or Law Enforcement experience as it relates to this position.

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