POLICE OFFICER I @ UNC 3/2026

POLICE OFFICER I @ UNC 3/2026

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POLICE OFFICER I @ UNC 3/2026

Salary

$63,396.00 Annually

Location

Greeley, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

C00142

Department

University of Northern Colorado

Division

Finance and Administration

Opening Date

03/05/2026

Closing Date

4/6/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

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Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

UNC, Greeley, CO, 80639

Department Contact Information

UNC, Human Resources, Greeley, CO 80639 / Phone: 970-351-2718

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

The University of Northern Colorado is located in Greeley, Colorado, population over 100,000, an hour's drive north of Denver, and within driving distance of the Rocky Mountains. UNC has an enrollment of over 12,000 students who attend classes on the 250-acre campus, and is large enough to provide true University opportunities, and small enough to treat students and employees as individuals. State classified employee benefits include medical, dental, life, flexible spending, PERA retirement, and tuition waiver for employees.

Description of Job

THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT COLORADO RESIDENTS.

Lateral Hires ? Applicants with qualified experience will be paid within the step system equivalent to their experience, up to $88,740 annually for 5+ years of experience as a sworn police officer. Qualified experience must come from a like-sized or larger municipal, state, county, or university policing agency, where the applicant served as a patrol officer, investigator, or supervisor. In order to qualify as a lateral, applicants must be currently employed, or employed within the last 6 months at a law enforcement agency.

POST-certified applicants who do not meet the criteria for lateral pay, will begin at the base salary and progress through the step system.

ALL RELATED JOB EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION MUST BE INCLUDED IN YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS AND NO INFERENCES WILL BE MADE. PLEASE BE DETAILED WITH YOUR APPLICATION.

This announcement may be used to make multiple hires for current and future Police Officer I vacancies. The eligible list may be periodically refreshed to maintain a current pool of interested candidates.

Please complete Supplemental Questionnaire at end of this posting prior to submitting application.

To provide uniform patrol and police services to the university community on all property owned or controlled by the University Of Northern Colorado.

• Patrols campus to prevent or discover criminal activity.
• Responds to calls for service concerning both criminal and non-criminal activity.
• Conducts field interviews of suspicious persons/conduct, investigates criminal actions, collects evidence, interviews victims/witnesses/suspects, makes arrests or detentions as appropriate.
• Conducts traffic enforcement for motor vehicle violations. Investigates motor vehicle accidents.
• Prepares reports concerning all activity. Completes reports on criminal actions for presentation to the district Attorney for prosecution. Completes reports for University administrative action.
• Testifies in court and at university hearings.
• Insures all citations, forms and procedures are completed correctly and accurately.
• Ensures all evidence is logged and stored properly.
• Responds to medical emergencies and renders first aid care until the arrival of Paramedics.
• Assists as needed, gathers information about victim, condition, history and facts of injury.
• Provide crowd control.
• Assist with rescue, carry litter, supplies/special equipment as needed, climb ladders.
• Provide traffic direction/control as needed.
• Provides assistance and support to the University Community through money escorts, crowd control at athletic events, security at concerts and parties, performing security surveys, developing and presenting crime prevention programs, providing motorist assist, unlocking facilities, delivering emergency messages, checking security of buildings.
• Provides assistance and support to the Community of Greeley and Evans by participating in mutual aid activities with Greeley and Evans Police Departments.
• Assists with major motor vehicle accidents, traffic control, disturbances, riots, major criminal activity, investigations, parades and special events.
• Responds to alarms; fire, intrusion, robbery, panic for protection of lives and property. Evacuates buildings, determines cause of alarm, summons proper persons/agencies, or corrects problem.
• Participates in training, both in-service and specialized and maintains proficiency with firearms, arrest control, defensive tactics and first aid skills.
• Performs other duties as assigned; vehicle maintenance, deliver documents, provide escorts, handle animal complaints.

Job offer is conditional upon successful completion of both a psychological and physical examination.

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: (New)

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

Current, valid Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certification

One year of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position

Substitutions:

Appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis

Appeal Rights: (Updated)

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 dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us 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

Important note: Applications are part of the selection process and will be reviewed by a Human Resource professional to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job announcement. Clearly document in the "Work Experience" and "Education" sections on your application any and all specialized work experience, skills, education, and accomplishments that relate to the position duties and minimum qualifications. No inferences will be made regarding your education or experience, only what is stated and provided in your application materials will be used to evaluate your qualifications. We will offer a salary that is commensurate with the experience of the selected candidate.

Conditions for Employment: All potential University of Northern Colorado employees may be subject to successful completion of a background check, motor vehicle record review, physical, and/or a drug test.

Required Notice: In compliance with the Clery Act, the most recent University of Northern Colorado Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report (http://www.unco.edu/police/clery/security-report.aspx) is available online and a paper copy can be requested at the UNC Police Department. This report contains crime statistics and policy statements related to safety, conduct processes and Title IX investigations.

DPA/DHR Notice: The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The University of Northern Colorado is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any 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 have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resources Office, Cindy Tomlinson, at cindy.tomlinson@unco.edu or call 970-351-2829.

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.

01

Do you possess a current/valid driver's license? (This is a required condition of employment).

02

If you have a current and valid driver's license, please list A) the number, B) the expiration date, and C) the issuing state. Otherwise, state "N/A".

03

Are you willing and able to report to work without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare of the campus community?

04

Are you willing and able to maintain availability for shift work as needed?

05

Are you at least 21 years of age?

06

Have you acquired seven or more points on your driver's license in the last year and/or twelve or more points on your driver's license in the last two years?

07

Have you had an alcohol/drug related traffic conviction in the last 3 years and/or repeated alcohol/drug related traffic convictions after the age of 18 in the last 10 years?

08

Have you unlawfully used any controlled substances (cocaine, meth, LSD, etc.), if so, please explain the frequency and other circumstances. If not, put N/A below.

09

Have you been convicted of a domestic violence offense?

10

Have you been convicted of a felony offense?

11

Please describe the personal characteristics that you possess which make you a fit for the University of Northern Colorado Police Department.

12

Explain why you are interested in working for the University of Northern Colorado Police Department?

13

What do you believe are the primary focus areas or priorities of campus policing? What skills or philosophies do you bring that specifically address these areas?

14

What is the most important quality a police officer can possess today? How does that trait related to being a successful officer?

15

If you have a conflict with a co-worker, what steps might you take to address the issue?

16

Please list any volunteer work, offices held (including high school), and awards or recognition you may have received.

17

If you have attended at least one year of college or have served in the military, please explain what you consider to be the most valuable aspect of that experience.

18

Please list highest level of education attained (High School Diploma; Associate's Degree; Bachelor's Degree, etc.). If your college experience is in-progress, please list the total amount of credits you have and towards what type of degree. Please identify your area of study and minor area of study if applicable.

19

What areas of interest do you have regarding campus law enforcement outside of basic patrol duties (bike patrol, weapons, defensive tactics, specialized units, public speaking/crime prevention, etc.).

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