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State of Colorado Colorado State Patrol - Port of Entry Officer Intern in Statewide, Colorado
Colorado State Patrol - Port of Entry Officer Intern
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Colorado State Patrol - Port of Entry Officer Intern
Salary
$52,344.00 - $83,748.00 Annually
Location
Statewide, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
CSP POE Officer Intern 8/2024
Department
Department of Public Safety
Division
Colorado State Patrol
Opening Date
08/26/2024
Closing Date
9/20/2024 5:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
Ft. Collins, Ft. Morgan, Lamar, Limon, Loma, Cortez, Dumont, Monument & Trinidad
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Lori Chavez, 303.328.8642, Lori.Chavez@state.co.us
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
Questions
Department Information
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Fort Collins, Loma, Trinidad & Cortez Vacancies Only: The primary duties of this position are located within 30 miles of the State border; therefore, this position is exempt from the residency requirements. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
$3,000 hiring bonus- $1,500 during first pay period and $1,500 after one year of employment with Port of Entry.
This recruitment will be used to establish an eligible list for Colorado statewide. Current vacancy locations (subject to change): Ft Collins, Ft Morgan, Limon, Lamar, Trinidad, Loma, Dumont, Cortez & Monument. The greatest demand for job placement are at locations for Dumont & Ft. Morgan.
All new hires will attend Port of Entry eleven (11) week Academy that is scheduled for January 13, 2025 . If you have applied for this position in the last year, you must reapply.
A n eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months.
Our Mission -Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communities
Our Vision - Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado
Our Core Values – Unity, Honor, Service
CDPS commits to cultivating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment. We ensure that we recruit, retain, and promote engaged employees. Our approach to diversity is simple - it's about embracing everyone! We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a reflex, not an initiative. Our strength is our promise to be inclusive with intentional strategies to welcome and uplift our employees to thrive - while building a more equitable workplace. CDPS is an equal opportunity employer. See ourEEOD Utilization Report (2020)Why Do I Love My Job at CDPS
At CDPS we nurture a centric culture driven by our commitment of creating a safer Colorado, an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their own authentic self. We model a culture of collaboration, support and growth to our employees. Our culture has public service focus, and we strive to provide innovative solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans!
Careers with a purpose:
If you are passionate about public safety service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, this is the organization you want to join!
We are committed to providing public safety services to our fellow Coloradans in their times of greater needs such as: safety on our roads, preparing and mitigating environmental disasters, disaster recovery, combating crime, school safety, and victim recovery.
You’ll have the opportunity to challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career while making a difference in our community!
When you join CDPS, you are joining a team of exceptional individuals and together you will be inspired, motivated and supported to become the best you can be.
Unmatched Benefits:
We highly value work life balance and offer excellent work-life programs, training and enriching professional development opportunities and a wide range of benefits.
Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.
State contribution into Health Savings Account when enrolled in HDHP.
Job protected medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-leave/family-medical-leave-act-fmla) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI) (https://famli.colorado.gov/) .
Paid medical leave benefits provided by the State of Colorado.
Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role.
We offer unmatched retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans. For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), visit Colorado PERA (https://www.copera.org/member-contribution-rates) for details.
CDPS provides generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-leave) and annual wellness days.
The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling, referrals and resources, as well as training and organizational development services.
Additional benefits offered include tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.
Credit Union of Colorado (https://www.cuofco.org/credit-union-colorado-membership-eligibility) membership eligibility.
To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit State of Colorado benefits (https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits) .
Description of Job
About the Work Unit
Port of Entry exists to encourage and promote the safe operation of commercial motor vehicles in a manner that protects life and the state’s infrastructure through uniform practices and enforcement procedures. Establishes and maintains effective commercial vehicle operating standards, enforcement practices and penalties that provide the basis for uniformity and compatibility among the enforcement community and industry partners. To facilitate the enforcement of laws and rules, both federal and state, concerning commercial vehicle operation. To fairly and equitably accomplish the collection of license fees, taxes and penalties while emphasizing effective customer service.
About the Job
P ort of Entry Interns are responsible for clearing commercial vehicles at the port of entry by weighing vehicles through the use of fixed or portable scales via computer terminals.
Performs visual inspections of commercial vehicles and loads to ensure compliance with state and adopted federal statutes, rules and regulations. The inspection process includes: reviewing permits, registrations, licenses, shipping papers and vehicle loads for validity; and using fixed or mobile scales to weigh vehicles in order to compute gross weight and determine the distribution of wheel and axle loads.
Reviews and inspects required documents, including vehicle registrations, fuel permits, interstate and intrastate authorities, hazardous material permits, extra legal permits, shipping papers and commercial driver licenses.
Verifies and enters information into the business system while observing each driver's condition.
Processes associated receipts and collect appropriate taxes, delinquent taxes, and permit fees. Interns also educate drivers, industry representatives, and the general public on the laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the commercial vehicle industry.
Physically measures and inspects commercial vehicles and loads and drivers' status and condition to ensure compliance with state and adopted federal statutes, rules and regulations. Measure the height, length and width of vehicles and/or loads; check for non-taxed fuel; and complete inspection reports as applicable.
Testifies in court in support of penalty assessments, summons, and other judicial proceedings as an official representative of the state. In addition, attends local meetings as an official representative of the Port of Entry.
Conducts routine maintenance and other duties as assigned. Interns will clean and maintain the Port building and associated grounds as required.
Performs routine maintenance on equipment such as scales, trailers and port vehicles as required. Maintains an inventory of necessary common items such as office, cleaning and maintenance supplies. Operates mobile unit vehicles in the performance of their duties.
Interns work at a facility which may operate 24 hours a day, as determined to be necessary by the Chief of the Colorado State Patrol.
While clearing and inspecting trucks, exposure to hazardous materials is possible.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
NOTE: To be considered for this position, you must meet the following options for consideration.
Requires State of Colorado residency at time of application.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Valid driver's license.
Ability to attend and successfully complete an intensive CSP Port of Entry Academy training. The Port of Entry academy is a paid nine-week training academy that is located in Golden, CO. After successful completion and graduation from the training academy, Interns report to their assigned work locations.
Please see this page for additional information about the academyhttps://csp.colorado.gov/employment/port-of-entry-career-path/poe-intern/cadet-academy-information.
Applicants must be available to work 24/7 as needed. This includes weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, and must be able to work in all weather conditions.
This position includes physical demands that include: Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Handling, Hearing and Vision. Exert up to 50 lbs. occasionally, and/or up to 10-20 lbs. of force frequently.
Applicants must be willing to be able to successfully pass a background investigation, a polygraph exam, drug screen and fingerprint based criminal history search.
The background investigation is based on the following criteria, including but not limited to: driving history, criminal behavior/history, alcohol use/behavior, drug use/behavior, and integrity.
If you omit any material fact on your application, testing materials, or during the background interview or polygraph, you may be disqualified.
If any disqualifying information is discovered at any stage of the selection process, you may be removed from consideration.
If you fail to follow instructions during the polygraph interview and countermeasures are detected, you may be removed from the process.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Speech clarity - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Eagerness and capacity to learn.
Working with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.
Analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
Self control- maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
Cooperation- being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Integrity- being honest and ethical.
High School Diploma, GED or Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's or higher level degree.
Disqualifying factors
Integrity
To be disqualified upon admission or confirmation of:
Theft or taken without permission of items, goods, and/or money (combined) of over $300 from an employer within the past 3 years for personal gain.
Soliciting, offering, paying, or accepting a bribe as defined criminally in CRS (government official)
To be considered under the totality of circumstances for disqualification by the appointing authority based on the circumstances and information.
False, fabricated, incomplete, or intentionally omitted information that affects the candidate's application for consideration.
Drug Behavior
To be disqualified upon admission or confirmation of:
Any use, purchase, possession, manufacture, or distribution of illegal drugs, except for marijuana, within the past 5 years.
Any illegal use, purchase, distribution, or manufacture of a controlled schedule I, II, or III drugs (as defined in C.R.S. 18-18-102) within the last 5 years.
Use of any illegal drug, on or off duty, while employed as a law enforcement officer.
Refusal to agree to submit to previous employers drug screening or drug testing as an employee within the past 5 years.
To be considered under the totality of circumstances for disqualification by the appointing authority based on the circumstances and information.
Any illegal use, purchase, distribution, cultivation, or possession of marijuana within the last 12 months.
Any illegal and/or legal use or consumption of marijuana or its products within the last 12 months
Use or possession of illegal drugs beyond 5 years, the appointing authority should consider the frequency of the behavior, the quantity of the drugs involved, and the type of drug.
The circumstances and frequency surrounding the illegal use of a prescription controlled schedule I, II, or III drugs (as defined in C.R.S. 18-18-102) within the last 5 years.
Alcohol Behavior
To be disqualified upon admission or confirmation of:
Unauthorized consumption of an alcoholic beverage while on "patrol" as a law enforcement officer.
Refusal to agree to submit to a previous employer alcohol testing as an employee within the past 5 years
To be considered under the totality of circumstances for disqualification by the appointing authority based on the circumstances and information.
Unauthorized consumption of an alcoholic beverage while on "duty" as a law enforcement officer.
Consideration is given to the circumstances and frequency of consumption during attendance at conferences or events.
Criminal Behavior
To be disqualified upon admission or confirmation of:
Any felony conviction
Any domestic violence conviction
Certain misdemeanor criminal convictions, those defined by P.O.S.T. as listed athttp://www.colorado.gov/post/decertifying-misdeameanors
To be considered under the totality of circumstances for disqualification by the appointing authority based on the circumstances and information.
Any incident of misdemeanor shoplifting or accessory to shoplifting, whether charged or not, within the past 3 years
The circumstances and frequency of incident of a crime against a person, whether charged or not, within the past 3 years.
Driving History
To be disqualified upon admission or confirmation of:
Any DUI, DWAI, DUID conviction within the past 3 years
Any license suspension/revocation within the last 2 years not including FRA suspension.
Any hit and run accident with damage to another party or injury, within the last 3 years whether reported or not.
Any incident of eluding or attempting to elude an emergency vehicle within the last 3 years whether charged or not.
To be considered under the totality of circumstances for disqualification by the appointing authority based on the circumstances and information.
Any license suspension/revocation within the last 5 years including FRA suspension.
The circumstances and frequency of incident of a crime against a person, whether caught or not within the past 3 years.
The circumstances and frequency of 3 or more convictions of moving traffic violations within the past 12 months and/or 5 or more convictions of moving traffic violations within the past 5 years (speeding, turning violations, following too closely, signaling violations, lane violations, right of way, etc.)
APPEAL RIGHTS
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available atwww.colorado.gov/spb. A standard appeal form is available at:www.colorado.gov/spb. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.
Supplemental Information
ARE YOU IN NEED OF AN ACCOMODATION?
If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources atcdps_hr@state.co.us.
EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION STATEMENT
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
Colorado Department of Public Safety is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resources department atcdps_hr@state.co.us.
NOTIFICATIONS
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email. Include your current working email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from " state.co.us " and " info@governmentjobs.com " addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY - RECRUITMENT TIMELINE INFORMATION
Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional information may not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received.
All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may proceed to the next step. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits
Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.
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I am willing to undergo an extensive background investigation, polygraph exam, drug screening and fingerprints as a condition of hire.
Yes
No
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The answers to the following questions will be used in the comparative analysis examination process. *Any false statements or omissions from your background and the following questions may be grounds for your removal from the hiring process. All questions are based upon your date of application.
I do understand
I do not understand
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Criminal Behavior: 1). Have you ever been convicted of a felony or received a deferred judgement either as an adult or juvenile?
Yes
No
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Criminal Behavior: 2). Have you ever been convicted of domestic violence or received a deferred judgment either as an adult or juvenile?
Yes
No
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Have you ever been convicted of or received a deferred judgment for any misdemeanors?
Yes
No
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Have you ever used, purchase, distribution, cultivation or possession of marijuana or its products within the last 12 months?
Yes
No
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Have you ever consumed or had in your possession any controlled substance(s) without a doctor's prescription within the last 5 years? Controlled substances include, but are not limited to: prescription medications, cocaine (Crack), hallucinogens(mushrooms, LSD, Peyote), PCP/Angel Dust, methamphetamines/amphetamines (Crank, Speed), steroids, opiates, synthetic drugs, designer drugs (ecstasy/MDMA), inhalants (glue, nitrous oxide, propellants), mescaline, Quaaludes, barbiturates, date rape drugs (GHB).
Yes
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Have you ever used any illegal drug including marijuana, on or off duty, while employed as a law enforcement officer?
Yes
No
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Have you refused to submit to a current or previous employer's drug screening or drug testing as an employee within the past 5 years?
Yes
No
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Unauthorized consumption of an alcoholic beverage while on duty as a law enforcement officer?
Yes
No
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Have you refused to submit to a current or previous employer's alcohol testing or screening as an employee within the past 5 years?
Yes
No
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Have you had any reckless driving conviction within the last 5 years?
Yes
No
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Have you had any DUI, DWAI, DUID conviction within the past 3 years?
Yes
No
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Have you had your license suspension or revocation (not including FRA suspension or cancel/denied) within the last 2 years?
Yes
No
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Have you had a hit and run accident to another person with injury, within the last 3 years whether reported or not?
Yes
No
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Have you had a incident of eluding or attempting to elude an emergency vehicle within the last 3 years whether charged or not?
Yes
No
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Have you solicited, offering, paying or accepting a bribe as defined criminally in C.R.S.-Colorado Revised Statutes as a government official?
Yes
No
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Have you served in any branch of the military and were discharged within the last 10 years under "Other Than Honorable," "Bad Conduct," or "Dishonorable"
Yes
No
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Please indicate if you are a current Colorado resident.
Yes
No
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Do you have a valid driver's license?
Yes
No
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You will be required to wear a law enforcement uniform and badge, but will not be armed or have arrest powers. Are you comfortable working as unarmed law enforcement officer?
Yes
No
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Vacancies are limited in each location. Please indicate that you understand candidates who are flexible in job location preference have a higher chance of being placed. The greatest demand for job placement are at Port locations for Dumont & Ft. Morgan.
Yes, I understand.
No
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Please select the top three (3) locations that you are willing to work at.
Dumont
Fort Collins
Fort Morgan
Lamar
Limon
Loma-Open to out of state residents
Monument
Trinidad-Open to out of state residents
Cortez-Open to out of state residents
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Are you able and willing to meet the essential and physical functions that include: Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Handling, Hearing and Vision. Exert up to 50 lbs. occasionally, and/or up to 10-20 lbs. of force frequently.
Yes
No
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I am willing to travel to Denver/Lakewood at my own expense to participate in the pre-employment screening steps.
Yes
No
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I understand that employees of the Colorado Department of Public Safety contribute to the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) retirement benefit plan and do not contribute to Social Security.
Yes, I understand.
No
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If you are a current or previous State of Colorado employee, please list your Employee Identification Number (EID), dates of employment, and classifications for all State of Colorado Departments or institutes of Higher Education for which you have worked. Your EID begins with 997 and is nine digits long. Please Do Not enter your Social Security Number. If you are not a current or previous State of Colorado employee, please state "N/A".
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