Deputy Monitor – Office Of The Independent Monitor

City and County of Denver

Denver, CO, US
Base: $90,000 - $110,000pyear; bonus/equity: not s...
Hybrid
Review internal affairs investigations
Assess investigation sufficiency
Analyze constitutional law standards
The Office of the Independent Monitor provides civilian oversight of the Denver Police Department and Denver Sheriff Department to ensure accountability and transparency

Job Summary

  • The Office of the Independent Monitor provides civilian oversight of the Denver Police Department and Denver Sheriff Department to ensure accountability and transparency.
  • The Deputy Monitor is responsible for reviewing internal affairs investigations, assessing their sufficiency, and making recommendations to cure identified deficiencies.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $90,000 to $110,000 per year along with a guaranteed life-long monthly pension after vesting.

Matching Summary

The Office of the Independent Monitor provides civilian oversight of the Denver Police Department and Denver Sheriff Department to ensure accountability and transparency.

Salary

Base: $90,000 - $110,000/year; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Guaranteed life-long pension, 457B Retirement Plan, 140 hours PTO, medical/dental/vision

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Review internal affairs investigations
  • Assess investigation sufficiency
  • Analyze constitutional law standards
  • Monitor officer-involved shooting cases
  • Draft internal memoranda and reports
  • Available for periodic on-call schedule

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in criminal justice oversight
  • Strong relationship cultivation skills
  • Innovative complaint resolution methods
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion
  • Persuasive recommendation writing

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor Degree or Master's Degree
  • Two years of investigative or legal experience
  • Colorado Bar membership not required
  • Must pass rigorous background investigation
  • No prior employment with Denver Police, Sheriff, or Fire Departments
  • Valid US work authorization without visa sponsorship

Work Rights

Must have valid US work authorization

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