Job Information

ASPEN POLICE DEPARTMENT
540 E MAIN STREET
ASPEN, COLORADO 81611
970-920-5400
https://www.aspen.gov/404/Police

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Updated: April 12, 2025

The Aspen Police Department is currently building an eligibility list. Candidates must complete the department application here, in addition to completing the NTN exam and the Public Safety Self Assessment (PSSA).

Position Title: Police Officer/Lateral Transfer

Salary Information:

$35.92 (Min) - $53.89 (Max). Opportunity to make $100k within five years.

Benefit Information:

Health and wellbeing options that include no cost for individual medical and low-cost dental/vision insurance converage. Robust and accessible employee assistance program, as well as a nationally recognized wellbing platform.
Plan for your future with competitive employer contributions to a 401a retirement plan, in addition to an individual 457b retirement plan and Roth IRA option. Have peace of mind with life and disability insurance.
Generous paid vacation and extended sick leave. Police officers work four ten hour shifts weekly.
Monetary bonuses for healthy lifestyle choices and to use towards other personal needs.
Professional development and learning opportunities, including a tuition reimbursement program.
Rental advance loan and down payment homeowner assistance available.
Free and discounted transportation options to get around Aspen and the Roaring Fork Valley.
For more detailed information https://citysource.aspenpitkin.org/includes/secure_file.cfm?ID=2116&menuID=6

The City of Aspen is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Candidate Contact Person:
John Woltjer
Corporal
(970)920-5400
john.woltjer@aspen.gov

Department Overview:
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City/County/Area Information:
Aspen is located in beautiful Pitkin County Colorado. Aspen is
approximately three-square miles.

Population:
Approximately 7,000 full time residents (40,000 during peak seasons)

Age: Must be 21 years of age

US Citizen: No

High School Grad/GED: Yes

Valid Driver's License: Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license or be able to obtain one within 30 days of start date.

Vision (i.e. 20/20): Be able to pass an eye exam.

College: Associates degree or relevant life experience.

Academy Certification: Colorado POST certification preferred but not required.

Prior Experience: One year of experience in Customer Service

Necessary Certifications: Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook (Email), and a basic understanding of computers and online computer- based technology applications, which includes accessing web-based platforms.

Additional Requirements: See job posting

Hiring Process:

Phone interview
Integrity Interview via Zoom or in person
In Person Process (IPP) consisting of
a. Written examination
b. Ride-A-Longs
c. Oral Boards
Background Investigation
Applicants who successfully pass a background investigation will be offered a conditional offer of employment dependent on the passing of a polygraph exam, psychological exam, and medical/physical exam.

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