The Sheridan Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. Starting salary $43,747.00 Applications are available at 4101 S. Federal Blvd. or on line at www.ci.sheridan.co.us or www.sheridangov.org The written testing process will be held Saturday, June 19, 2010 at 8:30 am @ Sheridan Middle School 4107 S. Federal Blvd., Sheridan, CO 80110. All applications must be submitted to Marilyn Duckett, City of Sheridan Human Resource Director by 4:30 p.m. on June 11th, 2010. You may request a study guide by emailing Marilyn Duckett at mduckett@sheridangov.org
Entry Level Police Officer Application Requirements
The City of Sheridan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must meet all the minimum qualifications. Failure to meet the minimum qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Minimum Qualifications
· Must be 21 years of age by date of hire.
· All applicants for a police officer must have successfully completed a POST certified academy and be eligible for POST certification.
· Must be a United States Citizen.
· Must possess a valid Colorado Drivers License, with a good driving record.
· Must have a high school diploma or GED.
· Has the ability to speak, hear, understand ordinary speech and meet all the minimum physical, mental and medical standards.
· Applicants must be capable of performing the essential job functions of an entry level police officer.
· No felony convictions or convictions of any crime, which would bar an applicant from possessing a firearm to include, but not limited to sex assault, child abuse or harassment or a person(s) group, race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, age sexual orientation and physical or mental disability.
· Domestic Violence Convictions or deferred judgments involving domestic violence will be disqualified.
· Individuals who have one or more convictions or deferred judgments for a DUI/DWAI offense within 36 months prior to the date of the application.
· Individuals with two or more convictions or a deferred judgment for a DUI/DWAI offense in their lifetime will be disqualified.
· Drug Activity/Drug Use –Individuals who have illegally sold or distributed or manufactured drugs will be disqualified.
· Individuals who have illegally used drugs at least one time within 36 months prior to the date of application, and up to including date of appointment will be disqualified.
· Applicants must be capable of performing the essential functions of an entry level police officer.
Entry Level Examination Process
1. Application Review
2. Written Test
3. Oral Assessment Board
4. Complete detailed background packet and signed background waiver
5. Polygraph
6. Psychological
7. Background Investigation
8. Drug Screen
9. Medical Exam
10. Final Interview with Chief and Commanders
