Police Officer

About the role

Join the Town of Winter Park Police Department and serve a tight‑knit mountain community. You will protect residents and the thousands of visitors who come to enjoy world‑class skiing, biking, and outdoor recreation.

Key responsibilities

• Provide visible, trusted law‑enforcement presence in the town and surrounding areas.
• Protect community members and enhance the guest experience through proactive policing.
• Collaborate with fellow officers and community partners to solve problems and reduce crime.

Required profile

• Commitment to the department’s mission of serving others and making a difference.
• Alignment with core values of integrity, courage, loyalty, service, justice, respect, and pride.
• Willingness to work in a small‑town environment with seasonal visitor spikes.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive benefits covering 90% of employee‑only medical premiums and 75% for family coverage.
• Robust retirement plans including a 401(a) with 15.3% total contribution and an optional 457 match up to 4%.
• Generous paid time off: 144 hours in the first year plus 11 paid holidays.
• $50,000 life insurance at no cost and optional additional coverage.
• High‑quality affordable housing in prime locations.
• Living in a scenic mountain town with easy access to Denver.