Police Officer

Summary

Police RecruitThis job posting is for an academy scheduled to start in July 2027; however, we reserve the right to change the dates if operationally necessary. The current Recruit hourly rate is $31.87. Upon successful completion of the Police Academy and obtaining the required POST certification, you will be promoted to the rank of Police Officer. A police officer with the Colorado Springs Police Department will patrol assigned sectors and respond to calls for service in order to keep the peace, provide assistance, resolve conflict and maintain positive visibility. An officer also enforces federal, state and local laws and ordinances, as well as deters criminal activity and makes arrests when necessary. A police officer also works in partnership with the community to identify and resolve community concerns, and educates and communicates laws to the public concerning traffic and criminal activity. Investigates and reports all criminal or suspicious activity through Department forms and documents. Renders aid to injured persons.

Job Description

Police RecruitThis job posting is for an academy scheduled to start in July 2027; however, we reserve the right to change the dates if operationally necessary. The current Recruit hourly rate is $31.87. Upon successful completion of the Police Academy and obtaining the required POST certification, you will be promoted to the rank of Police Officer. A police officer with the Colorado Springs Police Department will patrol assigned sectors and respond to calls for service in order to keep the peace, provide assistance, resolve conflict and maintain positive visibility. An officer also enforces federal, state and local laws and ordinances, as well as deters criminal activity and makes arrests when necessary. A police officer also works in partnership with the community to identify and resolve community concerns, and educates and communicates laws to the public concerning traffic and criminal activity. Investigates and reports all criminal or suspicious activity through Department forms and documents. Renders aid to injured persons.