Law Enforcement Job Postings

Current Openings

Police Chief:

The City of Ouray is currently seeking to fill the position of Chief of Police. The salary range is $115,000-$150,000 with benefits. The deadline to apply is October 18th. Click here for more information. Click here to apply.

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, Division Chief, Commander, Captain, Lieutenant, Sergeant, Detective, Corporal:

The City of Federal Heights is hiring for a Police Lieutenant. This position will remain open until filled. Please Click Here for more information.

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.

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

Police Officer

The City of Evans is hiring a Police Officer (POST Certified & Recruit). They offer a competitive salary and benefits. Salary placement shall be commensurate with years and type of experience. Click here for more information.

The City of Federal Heights is hiring a Police Officer. Compensation includes a 5-step pay program. This position will remain open until filled. Click here for more information.

The Town of Severance is hiring for the position of Police Officer (Lateral and Entry).  We are looking for mature, community policing minded individuals that want to work for a community that greatly appreciates first responders.  Salary Note:  The salary range is a 7-Step-Plan ($73,549 - $93,063) for a Severance Police Officer.  Annual Pay – Entry ($73,549); Step 1: ($76,491); Step 2: ($79,550); Step 3: ($82,732); Step 4: ($86,042); Step 5: ($889,483); Step 6: ($93,063).  Lateral candidates may be hired up to Step 6 depending on qualifications and experience. Interested individuals are encouraged to learn more about a career as a Severance Police Officer and submit an application HERE.

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. 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. To apply, please see our job posting.

The City of Lone Tree is hiring for Police Officer – Lateral or POST Certified. Lateral officers 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 an 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 plus benefits. 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.

All Other Positions: 

The University of Colorado Division of Public Safety is hiring an Assistant Vice Chancellor for Security Services. The deadline to apply is through October 15th. Click here for more information and to apply.

 


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