2027-2L Lateral Patrol Officer

Aurora Police Department; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 98,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits & retirement

Uniforms

Body armor vest allowance

Job summary

The Aurora Police Department is currently accepting lateral Patrol Officer applications for the 2027 cycle. The role involves investigations, field operations, and court presentations, with overtime eligibility under FLSA.

Candidates with current or recent police officer experience will be considered for the 2027 lateral academies. Starting salaries for 2027 lateral officers with 3–3.9 years of experience are Grade IA at $97,961 annually or $47.10 hourly, and Grade IB at $122,645 annually or

Qualifications

• Minimum (3) Three years of sworn peace officer experience in good standing within the four (4) year period immediately preceding the application.
• Applicants shall be 21 years old by the projected end date of the Academy.
• Be a citizen of the United States of America or a person who is lawfully admitted for permanent residence.
• Have completed a minimum education of high school completion, or GED equivalency.

Responsibilities

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

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

APPLY BY

January 08, 2027

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 following job description identifies specific Duties, Responsibilities, and Tasks for all sworn, commissioned, and/or Civil Service members of the Police Department, serving in the position of Patrol Officer; and the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities needed to perform them. The ultimate goal for this position is to perform the mission of the Aurora Police Department and to fulfill the mandate of the City Charter, which states:

“It shall be the duty of the Police Force to suppress all riots, disturbances and breaches of the peace and apprehend any and all persons in the act of committing any offense against the laws of the State or of the ordinances, and to forthwith bring such persons before the proper court or other competent authority pursuant to law; and, at all times, to diligently and faithfully enforce all such laws, ordinances and regulations for the preservation of good order and the public welfare as the Council may enact.”

In addition to the duties, responsibilities, tasks, knowledge, skills, and abilities of a Peace Officer; members in the position and assignment of Patrol Officer must be able to perform duties, responsibilities, tasks; and possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform investigations, collect evidence, work under the direct supervision of a Sergeant, and present information obtained during investigations in court. Patrol Officers must be able to work in all weather conditions, and their work is primarily in the field.

The Aurora Police Department is now accepting Lateral Patrol Officer applications.

The deadline to submit an application is January 8th, 2027, at 11:59pm MST. For out of state applicants, the deadline to submit an application is January 1st, 2027, at 11:59pm MST.

This is subject to close at any point if we have a sufficient pool of candidates.

This lateral academy (2027-2L) is projected to start on May 17th, 2027. The academy dates are subject to change.

The starting salary for a 2027 Lateral Officer with 3 – 3.9 Years of Experience:

• Grade IA - $97,961 annually / $47.09664 hourly
• Grade IB – $122,645 annually/$58.96395 hourly

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.

The Aurora Police Department is looking for candidates with current or recent Police Officer experience for anticipated 2027 Aurora Police Lateral Academies. After submitting an application, and if you meet the minimum lateral qualifications, you will move forward to the background phase.

The Aurora Police Department offers a Fast Track opportunity for qualified applicants. If you are an active, Colorado POST-certified police officer and meet the minimum qualifications established by the Civil Service Commission, your application will be reviewed further to determine eligibility for the Fast Track process. The Fast Track process is a 4–6-week Academy training program. Qualified laterals must demonstrate proficiency in all areas of training before advancing to the FTO.

If you have any questions, please contact PD Background Administrator L. Rodriguez at [e-mail]

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

A comprehensive list of a police officer's duties is not possible, but officers working within the Aurora Police Department perform some of the following functions:

• 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 solve complex community issues and look for innovative solutions to reduce repeat calls for service.

For more information on joining the Aurora Police Department visit: https://joinaurorapd.com/

Minimum qualifications for original appointment include:

• Minimum (3) Three years of sworn peace officer experience in good standing within the four (4) year period immediately preceding the application.
• Applicants shall be 21 years old by the projected end date of the Academy.
• 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
• Have completed a minimum education of high school completion, or GED equivalency.

Benefits

Benefits & Retirement - City of Aurora

Uniforms

• A Glock model 45 will be furnished by the Department at no cost.
• Officers receive $1500 body armor vest allowance once every four years. This includes purchasing soft body armor vest to include the purchase of external plates and