Minimum Age
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21 |
Education
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High School Diploma or GED Equivalent |
Certification
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Colorado
POST Certified or certifiable. GSPD currently offers
sponsorship to the right candidate through the Colorado Law
Enforcement Training Academy at nearby
Colorado Mountain College. |
Residency
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Upon employment, shall reside within a thirty mile
radius of Glenwood Springs. Preference is given to Glenwood Springs
residents when applicants are otherwise equally qualified. |
Physical Standards
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No conditions that would prevent the successful
performance of required duties as specified by the
job description
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Vision
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No conditions that would prevent the successful
performance of required duties as specified by the
job description
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Other Qualifications
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1. Must pass all examinations and background
checks.
2. Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's license,
upon employment. |
Probationary Period
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One year, minimum. |
Testing Procedures
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Pre-Offer of Employment:
1. Police written examination
*Current POST-certified applicants
do not
need to take the written examination.
2. Physical agility testing
3. Informal interview with three staff members
4. Formal oral board examination
5. Thorough background examination
6. Personal interview with the Chief
7. Polygraph
Post-Offer of Employment:
1. Psychological examination
2. Medical examination
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