Specialized/Collateral Assignment - Explosive Detection and Tracking K9 Officer

City of Greeley; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 83,427 - 115,158; Full time

Job summary

A local government agency in Greeley is seeking an Entry Level Explosive Detection and Tracking K9 Officer. The position requires applicants to have a high school diploma or GED, as well as a minimum of two years law enforcement experience, preferably with the Greeley Police Department. Candidates must submit a memo of interest through their chain of command by January 9, 2026. This full-time role comes with a competitive salary range and various benefits. Endorsement from the supervising officer is necessary for application.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of law enforcement experience, with at least one year at Greeley Police Department.
• Must meet criteria listed under required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Endorsement from direct supervisor and Chain of Command is necessary.

Skills

Knowledge of Police vehicles

Firearms proficiency

Less lethal weapons knowledge

Oracle

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Teams

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Specialized/Collateral Assignment - Explosive Detection and Tracking K9 Officer

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Specialized/Collateral Assignment Announcement – Explosive Detection and Tracking K9 Officer The Police Department is currently accepting memos of interest for the Explosive Detection and Tracking K9 Officer position.

Salary Range: $83,427 - $115,158 annually, with Step increases pursuant to the 2025-2027 Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of Police vehicles, firearms, less lethal weapons, Oracle, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Teams.

Requirements To Apply

• Minimum two years of law enforcement experience, at least one of which is with the Greeley Police Department, after successful completion of the field training officer program or upon approval from the affected Deputy Chief.
• Officers may apply for posted specialized or collateral assignment vacancies if they are within 60 days of meeting the required service time requirements.
• Meet all criteria listed under required knowledge, skills, and abilities on the assignment's job description.
• Endorsement from the direct supervisor and Chain of Command.

How To Apply Please submit a memo of interest through your chain of command. The deadline is 01/09/2026 by 1700 hours. Please refer to G.O. 335 regarding specialized/collateral assignments and the appropriate manual and general orders.

Benefits For information on the City of Greeley’s benefits, CLICK HERE.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Other

Industries

• Government Administration