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TIMNATH POLICE DEPARTMENT
4800 GOODMAN STREET
TIMNATH, COLORADO 80547
970-224-3211
http://www.timnath.org

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Updated: October 22, 2025

If you are looking to be part of something bigger than a job... a cause, a calling, and a community, we want to hear from you!

The Town of Timnath is growing and so is Timnath Police Department. With growth, comes opportunity, not just for career advancement, but to truly make a difference in the lives of the community members of Timnath. At Timnath Police Department, you are not just a badge number. You are a neighbor, a mentor, and a trusted presence in a close-knit community that supports and values our Police Department.

We are the proud men and women of the Timnath Police Department. Each and every day, we work with a purpose and pride to protect, serve, and build lasting relationships with those who call our town home. We believe in service with integrity, professionalism with heart, and law enforcement rooted in dedication, trust, and respect.

If you are driven by a desire to serve with purpose...

If you look forward to going to work each day, knowing you are making a real impact...

We need you. We want you.

We may be a small town, but our department offers big opportunities, competitive salaries and benefits, a modern police facility, new and well-equipped vehicles, and a well funded and supported agency ensuring each officer has the tools needed to be successful.

We are growing. We are investing. We are building something special. And we hope you will be a part of it.

Please read on to learn how you can join a proud team of police professionals dedicated to making the Town of Timnath a safer, stronger, and more thriving place to live.

Chief Laurie Scott

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Job Classification: Police Officer - Entry Level

The Town of Timnath is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. The position will be open until filled.

Candidates should complete the Timnath employment application and provide a resume and cover letter. Send your completed documents to Hope Bernstein at hbernstein@timnathgov.com. For information referencing the position and application documents, please visit www.timnath.org.

Hiring Salary Information: $71,604 (Entry level Non-POST Certified)
Salary after successful completion of Police Academy and Field Training: $84,240

Benefit Information:

PERA retirement plan;
Excellent health, dental and vision insurance;
EAP and health/fitness incentives
Town provides all equipment, except firearm
Take home cars
Will send to POST-approved academy

Job Description:

Serves as an ambassador for the Town of Timnath, representing the department with professionalism and integrity in all interactions.
Patrols assigned areas to deter and detect criminal activity, enforce laws and ordinances, and ensure public safety.
Responds promptly to emergency and non-emergency calls for service, including crimes in progress, accidents, disturbances, and other incidents.
Conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations, including collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses and suspects, and preparing detailed reports.
Enforces traffic laws, investigates motor vehicle crashes, and issues citations or warnings, as appropriate.
Prepares accurate, thorough, and timely reports related to incidents, arrests, investigations, and enforcement activities.
Works collaboratively with other officers, supervisors, and partner agencies to ensure coordinated response to incidents and effective service delivery.
Attends court proceedings and provides testimony as required in criminal and civil cases.
Maintains equipment, vehicles, and assigned gear in a clean, functional, and service-ready condition.
Upholds departmental policies, procedures, and operational standards while performing duties in compliance with federal, state, county, and municipal laws.
Engages in proactive community policing, building trust and positive relationships with residents, businesses, and organizations.
Participates in crime prevention programs, school safety initiatives, and other outreach efforts to enhance public safety and community involvement.
Demonstrates a commitment to ongoing training and professional development, including participation in required certifications, in-service programs, and department initiatives.
Supports the department’s mission by maintaining physical and mental readiness, participating in wellness programs and fostering a positive, team-oriented work environment.
Performs other related duties as assigned to support the goals and operations of the police department.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Working knowledge of modern policing principles, patrol operations, and law enforcement best practices.
Familiarity with federal, state, and local laws, including relevant legal procedures, municipal codes, and constitutional guidelines applicable to police work.
Proficient in police procedures, including arrest protocols, report writing, and evidence handling.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess situations quickly and make sound decisions under pressure.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively, demonstrating organization and time management in dynamic and sometimes high-stress environment.
Skilled in the safe and responsible operation of department-issued vehicles and equipment.
Maintains discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive or confidential information.
Capable of exercising sound judgment and initiative during routine patrol and emergency situations.
Effective verbal and written communication skills for interactions with the public, colleagues, and partner agencies.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with the department and community, including individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team while contributing to a respectful and collaborative work environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical and environmental demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of the Police Sergeant position.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, balance, reach, grasp, speak, hear, and see with sufficient clarity to perform essential duties.
Occasionally required to run, push, pull, twist, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, and physically restrain combative individuals.
Must frequently lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
Must maintain physical and mental stamina to respond effectively during extended shifts, emergencies, or physically demanding situations.
Required to wear a duty belt and gear weighing approximately 15-20 pounds for 10–12-hour shifts.
Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
Must be able to read, write, and communicate clearly in English.
Duties are performed in various environments, including office settings, patrol vehicles, and outdoor locations, often in inclement or extreme temperatures.
Exposure to loud noises, hazardous materials, fumes, airborne particles, vibrations, and potentially dangerous or unpredictable situations is common.
This role involves a high degree of risk due to interactions with potentially violent individuals, emotionally distressed persons, and hazardous conditions, including traffic-related dangers.
This position involves frequent exposure to high-stress and potentially life-threatening situations requiring calm and decisive action.
Shift work is required, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as operational needs demand.

Department Overview: Our police department is actively involved in our community, schools, and businesses. We take pride in our professional and well-trained officers.

Area information: Timnath is located in Larimer County and is situated between Fort Collins and Windsor.

Population: 12,500

Job Requirements

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be twenty-one (21) years old by the projected end date of the Police Academy.
Be a United States citizen at the time of application.
Valid Colorado’s driver’s license; ability to attain within 30 days of employment.
Must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check, physical exam, polygraph and psychological exam prior to commencing employment.
An online application and the Police Officer Written Exam (NTN) must be completed for your application to be accepted.

Must have NO:

Felony convictions
No felony committed in the last 3 years, whether arrested and charged or not.
Any conviction, no contest, or deferred judgment or deferred sentence of a felony crime.
Any misdemeanor crime conviction with the past 3 years.
Certain misdemeanor crimes, as defined by Colorado P.O.S.T., which would affect a peace officer certification in Colorado. Disqualifying Incidents | Colorado POST
Domestic Violence convictions
Any illicit drug use within the past 3 years (includes LSD, heroin, cocaine, PCP, mushrooms/psilocybin, amphetamines, inhalants, steroids, etc.)
Use of any illegal drug, on or off duty, while employed as a law enforcement officer.
Refusal to agree to submit to a drug screening as an applicant.
Intentional omission or falsification of any question contained in the Town of Timnath employment application process.

Hiring Process:

Submit Application, cover letter and resume
Integrity Test
Oral Board
Fit for Duty
Background investigation
Psychological and medical screening
Polygraph examination
Drug testing

Additional Information:
If a candidate is hired and completes a POST academy while being sponsored by Timnath, they will be required to sign an employment agreement for reimbursement of POST expenses if voluntary resignation occurs within 2 years of hire date.

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