Purpose:
This position will allow the applicant career development in leadership, supervision, and management skills through critical operational and administrative duties related to the assigned area or unit within the Commerce City Police Department. As a sergeant, the applicant must be a valued resource to the department. division, unit, and team through their leadership ability. Job knowledge, and willingness to positively impact the community.
General Statement of Position:
The successful applicant will be expected to fill this position based on the department's needs as soon as possible. Upon completing the necessary training and mentoring, the applicant will be expected to lead the department as a police sergeant. This applicant will be assigned to the work schedule for the Division or Unit they will be assigned within the Police Department that best fits the department's needs.
Application Process:
Applicants who meet the minimum requirements for this position and are interested in participating in the selection process shall submit a City Application through the GovernmenJobs.com listing and attach a Memorandum of Interest and resume, along with their two (2) most recent performance evaluations by no later thanJuly 19th, 2024, at 1700 hours
The Memorandum of Interest shall be addressed to the Chief of Police and outline the applicant's interest in the position: any related experience and affirm that the applicant meets the eligibility requirements.
Members of the Commerce City Police Department who fail to submit the documents required before the closing date and time shall be considered to have waived their opportunity to participate. Any questions should be directed to Commander Talon Darling, Administrative Commander.
Selection:
1. The Department's Administrative Commander and staff will review the applicant's Memorandum of Interest, resume, two (2) previous performance
evaluations, and a review of each applicant's Professional Standards and Human Resources disciplinary history.
2. The applicants who meet the minimum requirements shall be selected to participate in a written testing process. This written testing process will consist of multiple choice, true/false, and fill-in-the-blank questions to assess the necessary knowledge and cognitive understanding of the role of a police sergeant.
3. Only the top-scoring applicants with a 70% or higher score on the written test will advance to the assessment center. This assessment center will be comprised of a battery of exercises that test the applicant's skills, knowledge, and ability for the position of a police sergeant. (Requires concurrence from Chief of Police)
4. Successful applicants who receive a combined score of 70% or higher from the written and assessment center process will be eligible to Interview with the Chief of Police for selection review. (Requires concurrence from Chief of Police)
By consensus, the assessors will evaluate the applicant's success in all aspects of the assessment center. The contracted vendor will calculate the final scoring for the written test and assessment center and provide the Chief of Police with the ranked order of all successful applicants.
Successful completion of the written test and the assessment center does not guarantee that the applicant will be promoted, an eligibility list will be created, or the applicant will be placed on an eligibility list (non-ranked). Neither the number of vacant positions nor the number of applicants for those vacancies shall impact the number of appointments or the creation or maintenance of an eligibility list. The written test and assessment center are only two parts of our department's more comprehensive selection and appointment philosophy.
The list of applicants that achieve the minimum passing score provided by the vendor for this selection process may be Interviewed by Chief Guadnola. This interview will determine each applicant's suitability and fit for the position of Police Sergeant The applicants will be asked a set of questions relative to their candidacy. This Interview will not be scored but will evaluate the applicant's previous performance, appropriateness, and alignment with departmental needs for the sergeant role. The Chief will make a final selection from that group. Candidates not selected may be placed on an eligibility list If deemed appropriate.
SELECTION SCHEDULE TIMELINES
Posting Date: June 28th, 2024
Closing Date: July 19th, 2024
Application Review: After July 19th, 2024
Written Test: July 29th, 2024
Test Question Protest/Appeal: July 30th, 2024
Test Results Notification: by August 1, 2024
Assessment Center Orientation: TBD
Assessment Center: August 21st, 2024
Chief Posts Results of overall Scores from Written and Assessment Center: TBD
Chief Interview with Successful Applicants: TBD
Effective Date: TBD
TESTING:
Southwest Leadership Resources, LLC Is a professional consulting company focused on Identifying the future leaders of our organization. They specialize in promotional assessment centers, recruitment, and selection processes. The Commerce City Police Department has contracted with Southwest Leadership Resources, LLC, to assist in developing and administering this examination.
EXAMINATION COMPONENTS:
The maximum point values for the written examination and assessment center are as follows:

• Written Test 50.0 points
• Assessment Center 50.0 point
• The maximum possible total score Is 100 points

Southwest Leadership Resources, LLC will provide an orientation session for applicants who advance to the assessment center the day before the assessment center starts. All applicants that advance to the assessment center are encouraged to attend this orientation.
Candidates will not be permitted to enter the testing room once the test has begun. Candidates will also not be allowed to enter the assessment center exercise rooms late. Failure to report on time to scheduled exercises will result lo removal from the selection process
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION Of MILITARY LEAVE:
Examination procedures and/or regulations have been instituted to ensure compliance with the non-discrimination provisions of the Uniformed Services Employment and Re-employment Rights Act (USERRA) of 1994.
Opportunity for late registration and delayed participation in this promotional examination process will be provided Individually for those eligible to register and participate in the general administration of the examination components noted herein but who cannot do so based on Military Leave status. Additional examination procedures and/or regulations have been Implemented to maintain the confidentiality and Integrity of the examination process
throughout any extended examination administration period. Reasonable accommodation will be made for any candidate absent from duty and unable to register due to Military Leave. Any requests for other specific accommodations are to be made in writing. Candidates can obtain further Information about seeking and receiving reasonable accommodation
based on a Military Leave status by contacting Commander Talon Darling.
Dress:
Candidates may wear their class A uniform or business attire to the Assessment Center. If a candidate elects to wear their uniform, the only Insignia permitted are badge and service stripes: all pins, medals, nameplates, and other Insignia, shall be removed.
All necessary materials and supplies will be provided, such as paper, pens, reference materials, etc. Applicants will not be permitted to bring any Items into the Assessment Center, Including previously prepared material.
REQUIRED READING TESTING:
The written test will be developed using the following study materials at the time of posting- the current FOP Collective Bargaining Agreement, City Policy, and Police Department Policy, and the below textbooks.
Textbooks

• The Way of the Shepherd
• How to Influence People: Make a Difference in Your World

Those wanting to participate in the testing process must purchase this book at their own expense.
2024/ 2025 CBA for City of Commerce & Lodge 19
City of Commerce City Employee Policies

APPLICANTS:

• Must possess a bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university (A moratorium has been placed on this eligibility requirement and is not applicable to this announcement).
• A minimum of three (3) consecutive successful years of experience working as a full-time Commerce City police officer; OR,
• One (1) successful year of experience working as a Commerce City police officer and three (3) years of consecutive experience working as a full-time police officer for a paid, full-service, local, county, or state law enforcement agency.
• Possess a valid Colorado Driver's license
• Be Colorado POST Certified

An applicant's performance evaluations must "meet or exceed" expectations for the preceding 24 months.
An applicant will be deemed ineligible If they are currently on a performance Improvement plan; or have received Major Discipline, as defined in the FOP Collective Bargaining Agreement, within 24 months preceding this notice's date. Major discipline Is calculated from the date the Investigation was initiated.
An Ideal applicant should have:

• A robust and self-initiated work ethic
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to multi-task
• The ability to work well with Internal/external stakeholders
• Ability to lead and understand the strengths of subordinates

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations and ordinances as they pertain to the specific responsibilities of the position
• Thorough knowledge of the layout of City roads and of the locations and characteristics of the various neighborhoods
• Solid knowledge of proper arrest procedures
• Knowledge of the FOP Labor Agreement
• Knowledge of law enforcement principles and the criminal justice system
• Knowledge of procedures for detecting, collecting and preserving evidence and fingerprints
• Knowledge of accident investigation procedures
• Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and methods of the department as they pertain to the Police Sergeant position
• Skill in the use of firearms, firearms maintenance, evasive action/driving skills, and the use of other modern police equipment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; human relations skills, and decision making/problem solving skills
• Skill in the operation of telecommunications and radio equipment
• Ability to lead and supervise assigned staff in the performance of their duties
• Ability to maintain control in various situations wherein danger is present
• Ability to react quickly and calmly in dangerous and emergency situations
• Ability to exercises independent judgment and discretion in the performance of routine and non-routine activities
• Ability to work in stressful, high-risk conditions
• Ability to perform duties necessary to promote the safety and welfare of the general public

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. If you are passionate about serving the community and upholding the principles of inclusivity, we would love to hear from you. Join us in making a positive difference in the lives of those we serve.