Protecting the lives, safety, health, welfare, and property of individuals within the corporate limits of the Town of Avon is the core of this Police Officer role. The position involves enforcing municipal, state, and federal ordinances, statutes, and laws, and suits individuals passionate about serving the public and building community relationships.
Responsibilities
Provide independent judgment and good decision-making ability based on rules, regulations, and policies of the Avon Police Department
Physically protect oneself, the public, or fellow officers in threatening and stressful situations, including deadly force if required
Arrest persons wanted on warrants, by outside agencies, upon probable cause or other legal requirements
Overcome resistance by the arrestee when required, and follow all state, federal, and municipal laws and court mandates
Investigate traffic accidents and crimes committed in the Police Department
Collect evidence, photograph the scene and evidence, diagram the scenes, care for victims, apprehend offenders, and interview witnesses
Patrol assigned areas of the town to prevent crime, deter and/or detect illegal activities, and serve and protect citizens
Identify violations of both criminal law and traffic laws and prepare and issue summons to violators
Respond to radio dispatched calls for service, both emergency and routine types of calls, including life-threatening calls, crimes in progress, traffic accidents, domestic disturbances, burglary and robbery alarms, and other miscellaneous calls
Prepare a variety of detailed reports and records necessary for all situations requiring detailed reports, including criminal violations, non-criminal incidents, traffic accidents, and accidental injuries on public property, industrial accidents, and other matters as assigned
Prepare criminal filings for felony criminal violations and present them to the court for prosecution
Testify in court to situations observed and actions taken on all prosecutions of violations of the law, including criminal, municipal, traffic, and civil
Perform traffic direction within the town when congestion or traffic backup creates problems, or other situations warrant such action
Carry and use a semi-automatic pistol, a 12-gauge shotgun, or a high-powered rifle, a less lethal shotgun, and qualify annually through the department firearms course
Carry and communicate effectively on a handheld Police Department Radio
Participate in annual department training regarding officer safety, handcuffing techniques, gun retention, and gun take away
Participate in all department required training, both written and physical, including classroom, physical agility, and firearms
Provide backup assistance to outside agencies when requested regardless of jurisdiction
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Drive a patrol vehicle in a safe and effective manner during normal and emergency responses
Display professional appearance and conduct to promote good public relations with all residents, businesses, and visitors to the town
Work all shifts required by the Avon Police Department, including day shifts, evening shifts, and night shifts, and other special shifts or assignments as required
Provide inspections for businesses to assist in strengthening physical security
Provide escorts to businesses for money deposits
Develop intelligence information when possible on potential crime, drug violations, and traffic problems within the town
Assist schools, community children's programs, and other citizen groups with public relations programs and safety programs
Attend department staff and in-service training meetings
Conduct training classes for fellow officers, the public, and outside agencies when required or assigned
Enforce parking regulations throughout the town
Provide vehicle inspections for the public verifying identification numbers
Provide extensive and selective traffic enforcement to identified accident problem areas in town and identify traffic violations
Assist the public with roadside assistance, information, directions, business checks, vacation checks, and other requests within the legal scope of the officer's duties
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
Completion of a P.O.S.T. certified Police Training Academy and P.O.S.T. certified or certifiable, including firearms training, driver training, and arrest and control techniques
Must be 21 years of age at time of appointment
United States Citizen or permanent resident
Valid Colorado driver's license
Pass entry-level exams, including psychological exam, polygraph exam, doctor's physical, written exam, oral board exam, physical ability exam, and extensive background investigations
Good physical condition with weight proportionate to height
Physical Agility Test (Cooper Test) criteria:
1.5 Mile Run (Altitude Adjusted): Completion within 17 minutes and 13 seconds
300 Meter Sprint (Altitude Adjusted): Completion within 76 seconds
Pushups: A minimum of 25 pushups
Sit-ups: A minimum of 29 sit-ups within one minute
Vertical Jump: At least 16 inches
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test
May be subject to random, unannounced drug and alcohol testing as outlined in the Town's Drug & Alcohol Policy
Comprehensive background check and reference checks prior to employment
Nice to have:
Minimum of one-year experience as a Police Officer
Benefits
Retirement match of 11%
Life insurance, LTD
Childcare Priority
Avon Recreation Center pass
Health, Rx, vision, and dental insurance
Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, and holidays
Spanish Language Initiative
Take Home Car Program
Specialty Assignments: SWAT, KRAV Instructor, Firearm Instructor, Drone Operations, Crime Scene Tech, Drug Recognition Expert & More
Peer Support
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Important Details
Application deadline: 10/23/2026
Testing: 10/27/2026 by invite only
About the Company
The Avon Police Department is nationally accredited and committed to collaborative, coordinated responses to mental health calls. They value treating all individuals with dignity and respect and are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The department offers outstanding training, state-of-the-art equipment, and a unique quality of life with world-class skiing nearby.
