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LONGMONT, CITY OF
225 KIMBARK STREET
LONGMONT, COLORADO 80501
303-651-8501

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Updated: February 10, 2026

APPLY ONLINE AT LONGMONTCOLORADO.GOV/JOBS

Candidates are required to take all portions of the NTN test, including the PSSA 1&2 and the video interview.

2026 Starting Pay (Effective 12/22/25)

Step 1: $87,312/annually, $41.97/hour

Regular Full-time – SHIFT WORK REQUIRED

2026 Pay Plan

Recruit / Step 1 $7,276 / month or $87,312 / year

Step 2 $7,814 / month or $93,768 / year

Step 3 $8,327 / month or $99,924 / year

Step 4 $8,841 / month or $106,092 / year

Step 5 $9,355 / month or $112,260 / year

Step 6 $9,878 / month or $118,536 / year

Master Police $10,372 / month or $124,464 / year

Steps are given at anniversary dates. Step 1 is achieved when graduating the Field Training program.

This is an Academy Only Process to identify candidates for Police Recruit Step 1 position(s) Only. We will sponsor you as well as pay you to attend the Police Academy!

CLOSING DATE: This position is "Open until filled" - don't wait - the earlier you are in the process the quicker you will know where you are in the process.

APPLY ONLINE AT LONGMONTCOLORADO.GOV/JOBS

Department: Public Safety Division: Police Services

Benefits include:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending, FPPA Defined Benefit Plan, Term Life & AD&D, Long Term Disability, Bereavement, Jury & Witness Duty, FMLA, Military Leave, Sick, Vacation, Holiday pay, 40-hour vacation leave balance upon hire, EAP, Tuition Assistance.

Take home car program is available for once you successfully complete Field Training. (25 miles from city corners)

Other benefits: Optional, employee elected, voluntary benefits are available.

Incentives Include:
City Sponsored Police Academy program. City will pay for all Accredited Police Academy Program related costs to obtain Colorado POST certification.

Duty Firearm will be provided. Additionally, interest-free loans are available for future weapons purchases.

All uniform, belts, holsters, and other equipment, including ballistic body armor and plates, with the exception of footwear, is provided. Ballistic armor is replaced every five years at no cost to the employee. Officers also receive a biannual equipment allowance of $200 ($400 yearly)

Spanish/English bilingual skills are desirable. Supplemental pay of $50-$200/month is available for bilingual skills demonstrated through testing.

This is an Academy Only Process to identify candidates for Police Recruit Step 1 position(s) Only.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED and a minimum of sixty (60) semester hours college-level credit is
required.

• College-level credit requirement may be waived with a signed agreement to complete sixty (60)
semester hours of college-level credit within five (5) years of hire date. Completion of police academy is around 39 college credits.

Additional requirements:

Must be at least 21 years of age by the date of hire.

Possession of a valid Colorado Driver License.

Meet the minimum qualifications of the Colorado POST Board as defined by CRS 24-31- 303, 24-31-304, and 24-31-305.

Ability to successfully complete a Colorado POST approved basic training academy, obtain and maintain Colorado POST Basic Certification, and complete the Longmont Police Field Training Program within one year.

Applicants possessing a Colorado POST Basic Certification who do not meet the minimum qualifications for the Lateral Police Officer position will be considered a Police Recruit.

Obtain certifications in CPR, Intoxilyzer and a variety of less lethal weaponry and tactics.

Must be able to satisfy the Employment Authorization Requirements as outlined on the Colorado POST website https://post.colorado.gov/certification/non-united-states- citizens-eligibility.

New employees will be required to sign an employment agreement for reimbursement of expenses if voluntary resignation occurs within 2 years of hire date.

Selection process includes application review, written exam, physical ability course, assessment center, oral & integrity interviews, background investigation including credit history, criminal history & driver’s history, fingerprints, psychological evaluation, medical exam and drug screen.

APPLICATION PROCESS: CITY APPLICATION (required) must be successfully submitted through our website www.Longmontcolorado.gov/jobs. This position is Open Until Filled and may close at any time. Resumes will be accepted in lieu of City application; however, they must be submitted via the City application site for consideration. For information regarding this selection process contact Master Police Officer Stephen Desmond (303-651-8539 / stephen.desmond@longmontcolorado.gov ).

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