Law Enforcement Job Postings

Current Openings

Police Chief:

The City of Rocky Ford is seeking an experienced law enforcement leader to serve as Chief of Police.  If you are passionate about community safety, strategic leadership, and making a positive impact, this could be your opportunity.  Apply now and be a part of a dynamic team dedicated to ensuring the well-being of the citizens of Rocky Ford. Click here for more information. 

Deputy Chief, Commander, Captain, Lieutenant, Sergeant, Detective:

The Town of Hayden is hiring a POST-certified Police Detective. The salary range is $68,699 to $87,679, with 100% town-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and family. We are currently offering up to a $12,000 hiring bonus. Salary and benefits package can easily top $120,000 per year. Temporary transitional housing is available. Click here for more information.  

The Sterling Police Department is looking for a Police Commander. Annual salary $93,166. Click here for application.

Police Officer: 

The University of Colorado Police Department is looking for a Police Officer (Recruit and Lateral) posted on the CU Boulder Jobs website through August 15, 2024. Click here for more information.

The City of Woodland Park is looking for driven, professional, and enthusiastic people who care about community and enjoy being supported and recognized for making positive contributions to our city. Rich in history, adventure, and Rocky Mountain beauty, Woodland Park is a pristine mountain community with a small-town charm situated at the base of Pikes Peak. The city serves just under 9,000 full-time residents and is located 18 miles west of Colorado Springs. Join our police department team to come and work where you are supported and appreciated by those we serve. Lateral officers who are POST certified in Colorado or possess a current provisional letter from Colorado POST with between two and four years of law enforcement patrol experience will qualify for starting pay at PO-2 ($68,913) or PO-3 ($75,110) levels based on qualifications. All costs associated with a provisional officer’s equivalency, as well as all job-related equipment, are covered by the city. Officers work a 12-hour schedule on an 84-hour pay period. The city offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401A- with 8% contribution from the City, 457 plan, basic life insurance policy, and PTO accruals. To apply, please see our job posting.

The Town of Erie is currently accepting applications for a Lateral or Certified Police Officer for the Erie Police Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of law enforcement duties, including ensuring public safety, detecting crimes and safeguarding property. The officer may also be assigned to a specialized area as required by the department. The candidate will work under established guidelines and develop the necessary knowledge and skills to perform tasks independently. The Town of Erie values its employees and recognizes their significant contribution to the town's growth and development. The organization has earned an excellent reputation for quality and superior customer service, and each employee's individual contribution is vital to maintaining this standard. Pay Range: $36.47/hour - $53.19/hour ($75,857.60 - $110,635.20 annually). Lateral Officers will be hired at a level commensurate with years of service. Police Department Address: 1000 Telleen Ave, Erie, CO 80516. If you're interested in this position, ride alongs are strongly encouraged before testing.  Click here to sign up for a ride along. Click here for more information on the job posting. We look forward to reviewing your application, please reach out to [email protected] if you have any questions.

The City of Lone Tree is hiring for Police Officer – Lateral or POST Certified. Lateral officer receive a one-to-one credit for years of service. Pay range for 2024 is $69,244 to $105,043. While going through our steps individuals with a 4-year degree will receive an additional $2,500 per year. Lone Tree has very competitive benefits and is covered by FPPA pension.  To learn more about Lone Tree, job description or to apply, Click here. For additional questions, email: [email protected] or 720-509-1154.

The Town of Hayden is hiring a part time Police Officer. This is and hourly, part time position paying $50-$55/hour DOQ's. For more information, Click here.

The City of Gunnison is hiring a Patrol Officer. Salary $68,900-93,100 dependent on qualifications. Differential pay for shift work. Signing Bonus $15,000. ($7,500 at hire, $7,500 at completion of Field Training.) Generous benefit package. City owned transitional housing available for PD officers. Click here for additional information. 

The Arvada Police Department is hiring for the position of Police Officer (Entry and Lateral). We are looking for motivated individuals to become part of our team. The duties involve police patrol, criminal investigations, traffic regulation, related law enforcement activities and a wide variety of community services. Our officers work in partnership with the community to identify and resolve issues of concern, provide public safety service to the community in emergencies and maintain peace, safety, and order. Officers must exercise considerable judgment, initiative and skill in a variety of situations. Please visit our website at arvadabuiltblue.org or contact a recruiter at [email protected] to find out more. 

The City of Leadville is seeking Police Officer applicants (Entry and Lateral Transfer). Police Officers are responsible for various law enforcement and community service functions for the City of Leadville. Police Officers report to the Police Sergeant, and ultimately to the Leadville Chief of PolicePolice Officers work closely with the other members of a small Police Department at the city. The Police Officer position is a full-time position and requires a minimum of 86 hours per two-week pay period including possible overtime, evenings, and nights. The annual pay range is $61,560 - $90,422. Benefits include take home vehicle; medical, dental, and vision plans; as well as retirement plan under the Fire and Police Pension Association (FPPA) of Colorado.  Please submit an application, resume, and cover letter to [email protected]. Click here for application materials.

The City of Sterling is hiring a School Resource Officer. The annual salary ranges from $55,311.00 - $69,100.00. Must be Colorado P.O.S.T. certified or currently enrolled in a Colorado P.O.S.T. Law Enforcement Academy to apply. Click here for employment flyer. Click here for job details and to apply.  

The Town of Eaton is looking for a POST Certified Police Officer. Click here for more information.

The Town of Telluride Marshal's Department is looking for a Deputy Marshal (Police Officer). Click here for more information. 

All Other Positions: 

The University of Colorado Police Department is looking to hire a Police Dispatcher, Trainee - Technician V. The position closes on July 23, 2024. Click here for more information.

The University of Colorado Police Department is looking to hire a Residential Service Officer. This position closes July 28, 2024. Click here for more information.

 

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