2027-2B Entry Level Patrol Officer (Group A)

Aurora Police Department; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 72,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Well-Funded Pension Plan

On-site fitness center

Educational programs for career growth

Innovation workspaces

Job summary

Aurora Police Department in Aurora, Colorado invites applications for the Entry Level Patrol Officer position to establish the 2027-2B Group A Certified Eligibility List. The academy is projected to begin May 17, 2027 and end November 10, 2027, with the deadline to submit on November 2, 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Candidates should meet minimum qualifications, demonstrate strong communication, problem-solving and interpersonal skills, and be prepared to represent the diverse community Aurora serves.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Good interpersonal skills and problem-solving ability.
• Citizen of the United States or permanent resident eligible to work.

Responsibilities

• Handle emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
• Investigate incidents and determine if crimes occurred.
• Make sound decisions using training and experience.
• Interact positively with the public and community.
• Address complex community issues and seek innovative solutions.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

APPLY BY: November 02, 2026

JOB LOCATION: 25950 E Quincy Ave Aurora, Colorado 80016-2026

City of Aurora, Colorado

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees.

Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization.

At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.

Why Work for Aurora?

• Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
• Diverse community
• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• Light rail station minutes away
• On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs
• Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation workspaces

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Aurora Civil Service Commission is accepting Entry Level Patrol Officer applications for the Aurora Police Department to establish the 2027-2B Group A Certified Eligibility List.

The academy is projected to begin on May 17, 2027, and end on November 10, 2027. The academy dates are subject to change.

The deadline to submit an application is November 2, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

The Aurora Police Department is looking for individuals who represent diversity in thought and experiences, which are shared by our citizens. Candidates must have strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing. Candidates should possess good interpersonal skills, common sense, and have the ability to problem solve.

Examples of Duties

• Handle (emergency and non-emergency) calls for service received by our Communications Center.
• Investigate and determine what type of, or if, crimes have occurred.
• Make sound decisions using knowledge, training and experience.
• Positively interact with the public.
• Problem solves complex community issues and look for innovative solutions to reduce repeat calls for service.

Salary:

When hired with a start date in 2027, the hiring rate for Patrol Officer Grade IV is $34.66347 hourly/$72,100 annually.

This position is considered non-exempt. You will be eligible for overtime per the Fair Standards Labor Act. Annualized salary represents an estimate of yearly earnings based on the hourly rate and a standard full-time schedule.

• Year 1, Grade IV: $34.66347 hourly/$72,100 annually
• Year 2, Grade III: $38.39327 hourly/$79,858 annually
• Year 3, Grade II: $42.42308 hourly/$88,240 annually
• Year 4, Grade I(A): $47.09664 hourly/$97,961 annually
• Year 5, Grade I(B): $58.96395 hourly/$122,645 annually

Upcoming Deadlines & Test Dates:

• FrontLine Exam – Complete and submit scores no later than November 9, 2026.
• Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will receive detailed instructions on how to take the FrontLine Exam through the National Testing Network (NTN). To register for the exam, go to the National Testing Network website and ensure that you select ‘Aurora Civil Service Commission’ as a department to send your scores to.
• Aurora Police Department will pay for your exam! Contact the APD Recruiting Team to receive a one-time paid voucher for the NTN FrontLine Exam fee.
• Job Functionality Test (JFT) – Scheduled for November 13th & 14th
• Start preparing now for the physical fitness test by watching a descriptive video of the test.
• Invitations to schedule will be sent after you pass the FrontLine Exam.
• Video Oral Board Interviews
• Following successful completion of the FrontLine Exam and Job Functionality Test, applicants will be invited to complete a video interview. Invitations will be sent out at varying times.
• Video interviews must be completed and submitted within seven (7) days of receiving the invitation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Minimum qualifications and automatic disqualifiers are available for your review in Section II, Rule 2a & 2b in the Civil Service Commission Rules and Regulations. They are as listed below:

• Minimum qualifications for original appointment include:
• i) Entry-Level Police applicants shall be 21 years old by the projected end date of the Academy.
• ii) Be a citizen of the United States of America or a person who is lawfully admitted for permanent residence in accordance with the Immigration and Nationality Act.
• iii) Have completed a minimum education of high school completion, or GED equivalency.
• iv) Must have a valid driver's license and if not a Colorado driver's license, be able to obtain a Colorado driver’s license by the start of the Academy.
• v) Be able to perform minimum essential job functions of the recruit position.
• Automatic grounds for disqualification from the hiring process include:
• i) Conviction of, or deferred judgment for, a crime which is a felony under state or federal law; or military conviction by a court-martial that is comparable to a felony conviction.
• ii) Conviction of any crime or ordinance violation, which would bar the applicant from possessing a firearm or ammunition under Federal or Colorado law.
• iii) Conviction of deferred judgement for, or combination of any misdemeanor causing disqualification under POST standard 24-31-305.
• iv) Illegal distribution of any controlled substances or drugs, including steroids, in the last (3) years.
• v) Conviction of or deferred judgm