Intern Police

WHO ARE WE

The City of Englewood is a dynamic full-service municipality committed to providing innovative solutions and a welcoming community for residents businesses and visitors alike. Our team values people one-team mentality resilient leadership trust and partnerships to enhance quality of life and support sustainable growth. Employees play a vital role in maintaining Englewoods strong sense of community delivering responsive services and contributing to a thriving City.

Bordering Denver to the south the City of Englewood is a vibrant city of over 34000 residents and over 2100 businesses. It is a tight-knit community with a small city atmosphere yet has all of the benefits associated with the larger Denver metropolitan area. The city is served by light rail and bus transit systems linking the community to downtown Denver and other locations including Denver International Airport. The city owns a golf course water park and 17 programmed parks.

Over 700 full-time part-time and seasonal employees work for the city which is a full-service city providing policing water sewer and other services to the community. Voters elect a seven-member City Council which sets policies makes laws (ordinance) and approves the citys budget. The Council appoints a City Attorney and a City Manager who is responsible for managing the day-to-day aspects of the citys departments.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The Englewood Police Department is led by Chief David Jackson and consists of 85 sworn Officers. With three divisions Patrol Operations Special Operations and Support Services. Englewood has a diverse population of approximately 34700 residents and encompasses 6.89 square miles consisting of 58% residential 35% businesses and 7% open space. Additionally Colorado ranks as the 7th best state in the U.S. to work in law enforcement.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Professional Standards Bureau Sergeant

Direct Reports: None

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The listed examples of work are not intended to be all-inclusive. They may be modified with additions deletions or changes as necessary.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Implementing community outreach programs
• Help organizing events
• Coordinate volunteers
• Develop public relations strategies that promote the organizations mission
• Build relationships and maintain open communication with the community
• Responds to community concerns and inquiries
• Provide staff support related to projects within their work area including:
  • Recruiting
  • Training and Development
• Support the implementation of City and Department initiatives

Other Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists with special projects employee activities or programs
• Performs other duties as assigned and required.

PREPARATION AND TRAINING

Education

• Intern I - High school diploma or GED plus one year of undergraduate studies toward completion of a bachelors degree in a related field.

Certifications and/or Licensures

• None

Required Drivers License

• Yes

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the policies procedures and goals of the City of Englewood and the department
• Knowledge and experience in the use of office equipment
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of conducting research

Skills and Abilities

• Attention to detail.
• Human Relations/Interpersonal skills.
• Time Management skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to use computers touchscreens and manual keyboards.
• Skills in the use of Microsoft Office Word and Excel Programs
• Ability to understand and interpret various forms of information
• Ability to draft documents
• Ability to read interpret and clearly explain policies to a variety of constituents
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees elected officials boards and commissions other jurisdictions and members of the general public.
• Ability to listen well and communicate effectively orally and in writing with various audiences.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a standard office environment requiring sitting for extended periods of time and occasional light lifting (up to 15 lbs.). Job requires visual and physical capabilities to perform work on computers and associated equipment for prolonged periods of time (4-6 hours daily).

HOURLY PAY RANGE

Intern I -$18.00/Hourly Rate

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Open until filled.

Required Experience:

Intern