Summary of Job Duties

The Aurora Police Department Armorer/Gunsmith performs yearly inspections, maintenance, and needed repairs of firearms, less lethal shotguns and less lethal launchers carried by department members. The Armorer/Gunsmith ensures that department members have functional weapons and is a knowledgeable resource to provide guidance as to what firearms/equipment are authorized. The Armorer/Gunsmith ensures that firearms are in compliance with the authorized weapons list, department specifications, and manufacturers specifications.

City of Aurora, Colorado
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity , Respect, Professionalism , and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.

Why Work for Aurora?

• Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
• Diverse community
• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• Light rail station minutes away
• On-site fitness center and wellness programs
• Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation work spaces

The City of Aurora offers a wealth of employee benefits in addition to compensation:

• Medical/Dental/Vision plans including HSA and FSA options
• Paid: holidays, vacation, personal, sick and FMLA leave
• Leave buyback and leave sharing programs
• Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability
• GERP Government Employee Retirement Pension
• Nationwide 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Wellness Program
• Personal and professional development: training, coaching, mentoring
• Work-life balance to assist in creating separation between work and personal time

The Aurora Police Department
The Aurora Police Department is responsible for providing law enforcement services to a growing, urban/suburban community with unique and ever-changing needs. We strongly believe that the challenges facing the police department can only be addressed effectively by connecting with community leaders, school administrators, members of the business community, non-profit organizations, other government agencies, neighborhood groups and most importantly, individual residents. It is through this spirit of partnership that we will continue to see further reductions in crime and we will enhance the quality of life for those who live, work and play in our city.

Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.

To be employed by the Aurora Police Department you will need to successfully pass a background check, polygraph test, and fingerprint screening, along with other conditions of employment; drug test and verification of employment. Because of this, there is a longer recruitment process, we thank you in advance for your patience.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform inspections, routine services, cleanings, repairs (to the extent possible), and testing of firearms.
• Install equipment on firearms such as slings, grips, sights, and optics, etc.
• Ensure department owned firearms and department members’ firearms are in compliance with the authorized weapons list, department specifications, and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) standards/specifications.
• Perform inspections, routine services, cleanings, repairs (to the extent possible), and testing of less lethal shotguns and less lethal launchers.
• Document/maintain a list of all inspections/repairs completed on weapons and inform the supervisor of all failed inspections.
• Follow established procedures for weapon and ammunition security/accountability/inventory.
• Conduct inventory of all parts/equipment needed for repairs and inform the supervisor of all parts/equipment that needs to be purchased.
• Conduct pro-active research into firearms related issues.
• Disseminate necessary updates/information to members of the Firearms Training Unit.
• Provide members of the Firearms Training Unit with research, recommendations, and technical information about weapons, ammunition, targets, range supplies, optics, suppressors, and other related items.
• Make recommendations to their supervisor about modifications to department directives/authorized weapons list.
• Provide recommendations to department members regarding firearms/equipment based on department policy/authorized weapons list.
• Be knowledgeable of the site safety plan for the range and have the ability to perform the duties.
• Follow all applicable safety rules/procedures, including the use of personal safety equipment, and ensure all visitors adhere to safety rules/procedures.
• Prepare and post proper signage regarding safety.
• Operate all range facilities and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Maintain facility and equipment.
• Assist with firearms qualification sessions for department members.
• Develop written documents and provide training related to firearms nomenclature and maintenance.
• Coordinate with city employees and vendors, which may include tasks such as coordinating range maintenance and coordinating the return of items in need of factory repair.
• Attend necessary training to maintain certifications.
• Promptly prepare written reports, updates, and other material as needed or requested.
• Provide support as directed or when needed to ensure overall unit efficiency.
• Perform additional duties as required or assigned.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education:

• Pursuant to Career Service requirements.
• A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• The completion of military or equivalent civilian gunsmith trade school and/or program is required.
• A bachelor's degree in a related field is highly desired.

Experience:

• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification as an Armorer is highly desired.
• Certifications/courses in firearms safety is desired.
• Certification by Colorado P.O.S.T. as an Assistant Firearms Instructor is desired.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of handling firearms in a safe manner and safe range operations
• Knowledge of firearms nomenclature, maintenance, and repairs
• Knowledge of less lethal shotgun and less lethal launcher nomenclature, maintenance, and repairs
• A.P.D. Directives Manual
• S.O.P.'s for the unit assigned

Skills:

• Excellent firearms handling/safety skills
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent critical thinking and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Excellent administrative skills
• Proficient with windows-based programs and other databases for tracking
• Strong customer service skills
• Skills in checking information for accuracy, thoroughness, and correcting errors

Abilities:

• Ability to work with a team approach and communicate effectively with others
• Ability to make sound and reasonable decisions
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy
• Ability to solve problems with creative solutions and handle stressful situations in a positive manner
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to objectively evaluate the performance of others
• Ability to provide credible testimony in judicial proceedings

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• The completion of military or equivalent civilian gunsmith trade school and/or program is required
• Certification as an Armorer for Glock, Remington, and one or more revolvers is required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Essential Personnel:

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  When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.

Physical Demands:

• Light work that involves moving no more than 20 pounds at a time
  • Sitting while working on firearms (Continuous)
  • Walking and standing (Occasional)
  • Pushing, pulling, and bending (Occasional)
  • Clear vision to manipulate tools and read written documents (Continuous)
  • Verbally communicate and hear to maintain communication with employees and citizens (Continuous)
  • Hand/eye coordination for manipulation of firearms, tools, and office equipment (Continuous)

Work Environment:

• Work primarily performed indoors but may be required to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Equipment Used:

• Standard office equipment including computer, printer, tablet, and common office software such as email, internet, Word, and Excel.
• Hand tools (screwdrivers and hammers), power tools, bench blocks, files, pin punches, calipers, cleaning kits (solvents), torque wrench, air compressor, etc.

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For Veteran's preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.

The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation for completing this application, please feel free to contact our office at: 303-739-7225 or visit us at 15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Suite 3500, Aurora, CO 80012.