Jason D. Petrucelli
Law Enforcement Professional • Police Trainer • Firearms & Tactics Subject Matter Expert
About Me
I am a highly experienced law enforcement professional with over 25 years of service at the Aurora Police Department in Aurora, Colorado. Throughout my career, I have specialized in police training, firearms instruction, tactical operations, and professional development for both new recruits and veteran officers.
I am recognized as a subject matter expert in firearms and law enforcement training, with extensive experience designing, delivering, and managing training programs that comply with state laws, POST standards, and departmental policies. My background includes police academy instruction, field training, SWAT operations, and community-focused policing initiatives.
Professional Experience
Aurora Police Department – Aurora, CO
Police Officer | November 1999 – July 2024
- Police Academy Instructor and member of the Police Training Section, delivering instruction in firearms, use-of-force, tactics, and scenario-based training.
- Served as Firearms Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) agency.
- Planned and delivered in-person and online training for more than 700 officers.
- Managed training compliance, certification records, equipment inventories, and range operations.
- Conducted firearms instructor courses and certified new firearms instructors.
- Served as Acting Supervisor within the training section as needed.
Field Training Officer
- Supervised and mentored new police recruits during patrol assignments.
- Provided real-time coaching, evaluations, and performance documentation.
- Ensured compliance with department policies and state law.
S.W.A.T. (Additional Duty)
- Participated in high-risk tactical operations including hostage rescue and critical incident response.
- Trained officers in less lethal munitions and advanced tactical firearms.
- Executed complex arrest and perimeter security operations.
Teaching & Instruction
Adjunct Faculty – Community College of Aurora
January 2014 – January 2023
- Taught shooting fundamentals, firearm safety, tactical decision-making, and best practices.
- Delivered hands-on instruction and scenario-based training.
Military Service
United States Marine Corps
October 1995 – October 1999
- Musician specializing in euphonium, trombone, and piano.
- Performed at ceremonies, parades, and high-profile events.
- Maintained combat readiness and military discipline.
Certifications & Specialized Training
- CLEFIA Master Firearms Instructor
- P.O.S.T. Handgun, Shotgun, and Full Skills Firearms Instructor
- ICAT Instructor (Integrating Communications and Tactics)
- ABLE – Active Bystander for Law Enforcement (Train-the-Trainer)
- Active Shooter Response (Train-the-Trainer)
- Glock, Taser, Baton, OC, Chemical & Impact Munitions Instructor
- Advanced De-escalation and Use-of-Force Training
Awards & Honors
- Distinguished Service Cross
- Meritorious Service Ribbon
- Commander’s Commendation
- Expert Shooting Badge
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
- Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal
Professional Affiliations
- Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST)
- Colorado Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors Association (CLEFIA)
Litigation Experience
Mager v. Hazlet (2022)
Authored expert reports for the defense, including rebuttal analysis addressing plaintiff claims.
Meet Jason