Police Officer Recruit - Sponsored Academy

City of Longmont; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 82,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

FPPA defined-benefit pension

Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Take-home vehicle program

Job summary

City of Longmont is seeking Police Officer Trainees (Recruits) for a July 2027 start and an August 2027 sponsored academy. The City pays for academy tuition while you earn your full salary during training, with a Colorado POST certification upon completion.

Starting annual salary is $90,804 ($43.65/hour), with a structured path from recruit to Master Police Officer, and a take-home vehicle program after Field Training. Various benefits apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 60 college credits; waiver available to complete education within five years.
• Must be at least 21 years old by hire date; valid Colorado driver’s license or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to pass background, psych, medical, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Attend and complete a Colorado POST‑approved police academy.
• Learn law enforcement procedures, report writing, emergency response, and officer safety.
• Develop skills to serve and communicate effectively with the community.
• Transition from academy training into Field Training and become a sworn Longmont Police Officer.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Minimum of 60 college credits

Waiver available with agreed education within five years

Job description

Police Officer Trainee (Recruit)

July 2027 Hire | August 2027 Sponsored Academy | $90,804 Starting.

No prior law enforcement experience? No problem.

We're hiring NOW for our next academy class.

The Longmont Police Department is actively hiring Police Officer Trainees (Recruits) for a July 2027 employment start and an August 2027 sponsored police academy.

You get hired first. You get paid while attending the academy. And the City of Longmont pays for your academy training. If you've been waiting for an opportunity to start a career in law enforcement, this is it.

Starting salary: $90,804 annually ($43.65/hour).

That Means:

• Academy tuition is fully paid by the City of Longmont.
• You earn your full salary while attending the academy.
• Attend a Colorado POST-approved police academy.
• Complete your training and transition into Field Training.
• Successfully complete Field Training and begin your career as a sworn Longmont Police Officer.

Police Recruit — $90,804 annually / $43.65 per hour

Step / Hourly / Annual:

• Step 1/Recruit - $43.65 to $90,804.
• Step 2 - $46.88 to $97,524.
• Step 3 - $49.96 to $103,920.
• Step 4 - $53.04 to $110,340.
• Step 5 - $56.12 to $116,748.
• Step 6 - $59.26 to $123,276.
• Master Police Officer - $63.23 to $129,444.

Academy & Training:

Full-time position. Shift work is required.

• Academy tuition fully paid by the City.
• Full salary while attending the academy.
• Colorado POST certification upon successful completion.
• Professional training and development throughout your career.
• Transition from academy training into a structured Field Training program.

Equipment & Support:

• Duty firearm.
• Full uniform and duty gear.
• Ballistic armor.
• $400 annual equipment allowance.
• Interest-free equipment loans are available.

Bilingual Incentive

Employees with qualifying Spanish/English language skills may receive $50–$200 per month in additional compensation.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• FPPA defined-benefit pension plan.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• 40 hours of vacation upon hire.
• Tuition assistance.
• Life insurance.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Take-home vehicle program after successful completion of Field Training, within 25 miles of any city limit.

What You’ll Do:

• Attend and successfully complete a Colorado POST-approved police academy.
• Learn law enforcement procedures, report writing, emergency response, and officer safety.
• Develop the skills necessary to serve and communicate effectively with the community.
• Learn crime prevention and public safety practices.
• Transition from academy training into Field Training.
• Develop into a sworn Longmont Police Officer.

Our Philosophy Is Simple:

Policing in partnership with the people. We believe effective policing starts with relationships—with the community, our partners, and each other.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 60 college credits.
  • A waiver is available with an agreement to complete the required education within five years.
• Must be at least 21 years old by hire date.
• Valid Colorado driver's license, or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to successfully complete the required background investigation, psychological evaluation, medical examination, and drug screening.

No Prior Law Enforcement Experience Is Required.

The Hiring Process:

• Written examination.
• Physical abilities test.
• Assessment center.
• Oral interview.
• Integrity interview.
• Background investigation, including credit, criminal, and driving history.
• Psychological evaluation.
• Medical examination.
• Drug screening.

Why Longmont?

If you're looking for a police career where you can serve a community, develop professionally, and build something long-term, we want to hear from you.

And If You're Thinking:

I've never been a cop before. I'm not sure I'm qualified.

You're ready to become one. You need to arrive ready to become one.

For Additional Information About The Position Or Hiring Process:

Master Police Officer Stephen Desmond

303-651-8539

[e-mail]

The City of Longmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer.