Job Announcement
Job Announcement 20260115 Police Recruit
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
APPLY ONLINE AT LONGMONTCOLORADO.GOV/JOBS
Department: Public Safety
Division: Police Services
2026 Starting Pay: Step 1: $87,312/annually, $41.97/hour
Regular Full-time - SHIFT WORK REQUIRED
Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending, FPPA Defined Benefit Plan, Term Life
& AD&D, Long Term Disability, Bereavement, Jury & Witness Duty, FMLA, Military Leave, Sick,
Vacation, Holiday pay, 40-hour vacation leave balance upon hire, EAP, Tuition Assistance.
Other benefits: Optional, employee elected, voluntary benefits are available.
Incentives Include:
City Sponsored Police Academy program. City will pay for all Accredited Police
Academy Program related costs to obtain Colorado POST certification.
Duty Firearm will be provided. Additionally, interest-free loans are available for future
weapons purchases.
All uniform, belts, holsters, and other equipment, including ballistic body armor and
plates, with the exception of footwear, is provided. Ballistic armor is replaced every five
years at no cost to the employee. Officers also receive a biannual equipment allowance of $200
($400 yearly)
Spanish/English bilingual skills are desirable. Supplemental pay of $50-$200/month is
available for bilingual skills demonstrated through testing.
Open Until Filled positions may close without advance notice. To be considered,
please apply as soon as possible.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES: In a training capacity, protect life and property and manage conflict
through the enforcement of applicable laws and City ordinances; control traffic flow, perform
investigative work, and participate in and provide support and assistance to special crime
prevention, community, problem solving, and enforcement programs; work with the community
to resolve conflicts, problems and mutual concerns; perform a variety of technical and
administrative tasks in support of the Department. Requires completion of a Colorado State
Sanctioned Training Academy training program, or completion of Colorado State POST
equivalency exam, and demonstrated personal skill sets that affirm community values and
mission.
This is an entry-level class in the Police Officer series. This class is distinguished from Police
Officer by participation in a formal training program to become certified as a Police Officer in
the State of Colorado and/or to complete the Longmont Field Training Program.
Police personnel work with community members to analyze crime and other problems and
attend/participate in community meetings to create an environment in which community
members are motivated to assist in the implementation of problem solving strategies. New
police officers will be assigned to the Patrol Services Division which provides around-the-clock
patrols to deter and detect crime, enforce traffic laws, and conduct investigations of crime and
traffic incidents. Officers are assigned to a designated area on one of four overlapping watches
to ensure continuous coverage of the City. Hours and days off will vary depending on shift
assignment.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or GED and a minimum of sixty (60) semester hours college-level credit is
required.
• College-level credit requirement may be waived with a signed agreement to complete
sixty (60) semester hours of college-level credit within five (5) years of hire date.
Additional requirements:
• Must be at least 21 years of age by the date of hire.
• Possession of a valid Colorado Driver License.
• Meet the minimum qualifications of the Colorado POST Board as defined by CRS 24-31-
303, 24-31-304, and 24-31-305.
• Ability to successfully complete a Colorado POST approved basic training academy,
obtain and maintain Colorado POST Basic Certification, and complete the Longmont
Police Field Training Program within one year.
o Applicants possessing a Colorado POST Basic Certification who do not meet the
minimum qualifications for the Lateral Police Officer position will be considered a
Police Recruit.
• Obtain certifications in CPR, Intoxilyzer and a variety of less lethal weaponry and tactics.
• Must be able to satisfy the Employment Authorization Requirements as outlined on the
Colorado POST website https://post.colorado.gov/certification/non-united-states-
citizens-eligibility
• New employees will be required to sign an employment agreement for reimbursement
of expenses if voluntary resignation occurs within 2 years of hire date.
Ability to:
• Read, learn, and understand at a level to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies,
and procedures.
• Learn and proficiently use standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system.
• Use and properly care for firearms and all equipment issued by the City of Longmont in
accordance with department policy.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and grammatically and procedurally correct written reports and
warrants.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Analyze situations and provide emergency action.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, co-workers, other
city employees, and the general public and develop community partnerships.
• Learn to operate basic computer systems and software applications.
Selection process includes application review, written exam, physical ability course, assessment
center, oral & integrity interviews, background investigation including credit history, criminal
history & driver's history, fingerprints, psychological evaluation, medical exam and drug screen.
An ONLINE APPLICATION is required. This job is Open Until Filled. The online application
process is available for this position on our website at www.longmontcolorado.gov/jobs.
Resumes will be accepted in lieu of City application; however, they must be submitted via
the City application site for consideration. For information regarding this selection
process contact Master Police Officer Stephen Desmond (303-651-8539/
[email protected]).
