Police Officer Recruit - Sponsored Academy

Longmont Department of Public Safety • Longmont, CO

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Longmont Police Department is hiring Police Officer Trainees (Recruits). No prior law enforcement experience is required. This position offers a starting salary of $90,804 annually while attending a fully paid police academy, with employment beginning on July 26, 2027, and the academy starting in August 2027. It provides a career in public safety with full benefits and long-term advancement opportunities. This is an opportunity to start a career in law enforcement with paid training, job security, and a clear path to becoming a sworn Police Officer.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 60 college credits (Waiver available with agreement to complete within 5 years).
• Must be at least 21 years old by hire date.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license (or ability to obtain).
• Ability to pass a background investigation, psychological evaluation, and medical exam.
• No prior law enforcement experience required.
• Candidates with Colorado POST certification who do not qualify as lateral officers may be considered for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish/English skills (for Bilingual Incentive)

Responsibilities

• Attend and successfully complete a Colorado POST-approved police academy.
• Learn law enforcement procedures, report writing, and emergency response.
• Assist with patrol operations and community engagement.
• Support crime prevention and public safety initiatives.
• Transition into field training to become a sworn Police Officer.

Benefits

• Fully paid police academy (tuition covered, full salary while training).
• Obtain Colorado POST certification.
• Duty firearm provided.
• Full uniform and gear issued (including ballistic armor).
• $400 annual equipment allowance.
• Interest-free loans for additional equipment.
• Clear path to sworn Police Officer after academy and field training.
• Opportunities for specialized assignments.
• Bilingual Incentive ($50–$200/month additional pay for Spanish/English skills).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• FPPA defined benefit pension plan.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• 40 hours of vacation upon hire.
• Tuition assistance.
• TAKE HOME CAR program after successful completion of Field Training (within 25 miles of any city limit).
• Life insurance and long-term disability.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree