2025 Continuous Denver Police Academy - Entry Level Police Recruit

City and County of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an Entry Level Police Recruit in Denver, where your commitment to public safety will make a significant impact. This role involves essential duties such as crime suppression, protecting lives and property, and investigating criminal activities. With a structured training program and the opportunity to serve your community, you will be part of a dedicated team that values integrity and excellence. The City and County of Denver offers a supportive environment with competitive benefits, making it an ideal place to start your law enforcement career. If you are passionate about making a difference and upholding the law, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid sick leave

Vacation time

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Uniforms provided

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and a U.S. citizen at the time of application.
• Valid driver's license and no felony convictions required.

Responsibilities

• Perform essential functions including crime suppression and investigation.
• Patrol assigned areas and respond to police calls as dispatched.

Skills

Public Safety

Crime Investigation

Patrol Skills

Communication Skills

Report Writing

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certification

Job description

2025 Continuous Denver Police Academy - Entry Level Police Recruit

Apply locations Denver Police Academy time type Full time posted on Posted Today job requisition id R0072624

About Our Job

The Denver Civil Service Commission, and the City and County of Denver, is now accepting applications for an Entry Level Recruit Police Officer for 2025. This job posting is for 2025 Police Academies scheduled as follows. We reserve the right to change dates if operationally necessary.

1. 25-1 - scheduled to start on April 14, 2025
2. 25-2 - scheduled to start on July 28, 2025
3. 25-3 - scheduled to start on November 17, 2025

Application Process

1. Complete Initial Application

Please complete this application on a laptop or personal computer. We DO NOT recommend using a cell phone.

You must first submit an application with Denver Civil Service Commission.

Upon completing the initial Workday application, if you do not receive a disqualifying email, you may visit the National Testing Network to take the test.

If you are immediately notified that you do NOT meet the minimum qualifications you may email the Denver Civil Service Commission to learn further details at [e-mail].

If you have technical problems with Workday, please contact the Workday Service Desk at (720) 337 - 4357, option #2.

2. Testing

(NOTE: ALL ENTRY LEVEL POLICE TESTING IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. ALL CANDIDATES WILL BE NOTIFIED IF ANY CHANGES ARE MADE TO THE TESTING REQUIREMENT.)

Please use the link below to access test:

- Testing Link

REMINDER: You must first complete the City and County of Denver Workday Application to make sure you meet the minimum qualifications before scheduling your test. NO EXCEPTIONS!

Please make sure the name you use to fill out this application matches what you inputted on NTN. If you have used any other name while signing up for testing, please contact [e-mail].

If you have technical problems during testing please contact NTN Customer Support at [e-mail].

You will need to establish an account with NTN. A fee is required to take the Frontline National Examination. Candidates with demonstrated financial hardship may submit a request to have the fee waived prior to test registration. The Denver Civil Service test may be taken online, via mobile device, or in person at a pre-arranged location.

Testing takes a maximum of 20 minutes per section. Upon completion of the testing period, the Denver Civil Service Commission will review candidate test scores and notify those who are eligible to continue with processing. The Denver Civil Service Commission will also notify candidates who are not eligible to continue at this time.

Please note that the NTN website provides a description of the test components and directions for scheduling a test for the City and County of Denver. The website offers a practice test for an optional purchase with sample items.

Hiring Information

Salary: $71,633 annually

Benefits:

• Paid sick leave and vacation
• Medical and dental insurance
• Uniforms and most equipment furnished
• Pension plan

Responsibilities:

Police Officers are responsible for performing the essential functions of the job which include the suppression of crime, the protection of life and property, the investigation of criminal activity, the apprehension and arrest of violators of the criminal and traffic laws, the recovery of stolen property and the regulation of non-criminal conduct. Police Officers patrol an assigned sector, precinct or area, familiarizing themselves with businesses, public facilities, people, etc. Police Officers investigate all unusual persons and circumstances, and vehicular accidents; make detailed reports of all such occurrences; and respond to all police calls in their area, as ordered by the dispatcher.

Nature of the Work

General responsibilities include promoting public safety by protecting lives and property, preventing crime, investigating criminal acts and motor vehicle crashes, enforcing criminal and traffic laws, and responding to incidents requiring police intervention or assistance. See further details within Examples of Essential Duties, Physical Requirements, Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics, Working Environment and Conditions, Career Opportunities, and Minimum Qualifications. A more detailed listing of essential functions, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics is provided in Entry and Lateral Police Officer Examination Informational Booklet. Available at: www.denvergov.org/civilservice

Questions on the application process can be directed to the Civil Service Commission at [phone] or [e-mail]

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum age of 21 at time of application
• Must have a High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certification
• United States Citizenship at time of application
• Must have NO Felony Convictions
• Valid Driver's License
• Candidates must have Colorado Residency at time of hire (Candidates must be bona fide residents of the State of Colorado at the time of appointment [hire]. There is no minimum time limit to establish residency.)

For a complete list of qualifications, please reference the Denver Police Informational Handbook, located on the Denver Civil Service Commission's website.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

SP1015 Police Recruit

To view the full job profile including position specifications click here to find the Informational Booklet for the specific job (in the right-hand sidebar).

Position Type

Police

Position Salary Range

$71,633.00 - $71,633.00

Starting Pay

Agency

Denver Police Department

The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

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