The professional standards division is currently seeking applicants for the special assignment of Background Investigator and Training Officer. The training unit is responsible for all department training, recruitment of new employees, and conducting pre-employment background investigations. This position will be a primary background investigator with collateral training responsibilities.
Applicants must be able to complete pre-employment background investigations and participate in processes or events related to recruiting prospective employees.
Applicants must be able to instruct, or assist in instructing, training courses as directed by the training unit supervisors.
Applicants must achieve and maintain instructor certifications for multiple specialized training programs and as a CVSA operator.
This is a non-supervisory assignment and is not to be considered a promotion.
- QUALIFICATIONS
Officers who apply must meet the following qualifications:
Be off probation unless waived by the professional standards division commander.
Must demonstrate a solid understanding of the department's mission, vision, and core values.
Must demonstrate the interpersonal skills necessary to be a positive role model and the ability to work in a proactive problem-solving environment.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to accommodate night or weekend training sessions and other events.
Be willing to provide a minimum of a three-year commitment to the assignment.
Must not be on a performance improvement plan.
May not be the subject of an open internal investigation unless you obtain a waiver from the Police Chief and that waiver is attached to your Neogov application.
The City of Thornton is an equal opportunity employer.