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Police officer jobs are open across municipal, county, state, and federal agencies, from entry-level recruit to senior detective and sergeant, with specializations in patrol, criminal investigations, and community policing. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Description
Integrity
Essential Required Tasks/Examples of Duties
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Minimum Qualifications
Training - High school graduate or GED, with some college credit from an accredited college or university preferred.
Experience - Experience that demonstrates the applicant possesses the knowledge, skills and abilities for the position. Previous experience in law enforcement and Colorado POST certification is preferred.NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: - Must be at least 21 years of age. Cannot have been convicted of a felony or a disqualifying misdemeanor involving moral turpitude. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with the ability to obtain a valid Colorado driver's license and safe driving record for continued employment. Preferred current and valid Certified Jail Officer (CJO) and/or Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification or ability to obtain. New hires must, as a condition of employment, pass the following pre-offer and post-offer tests in addition to the interview(s): CVSA (Computerized Voice Stress Analyzer), driving records check, typing/data entry test, background examination, medical examination, psychological examination, drug screening and fingerprint check through CBI/FBI. Ability to meet Department's physical standards.
Candidates will not be considered if they have used marijuana within the last 6 months, psilocybin within the last 3 years, or any other illegal substance within the last 5 years. All candidates must pass a comprehensive background check and pre-employment drug screening prior to receiving a final offer of employment.Working Conditions
The working environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely works in an indoor environment, but will occasionally work in outdoor weather conditions. The employee is required to wear body armor while performing the duties of this job. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and with explosives and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration. Work involves a significant amount of time spent inside a Detention Center with a high degree of danger inherent in working with career criminals and emotionally unstable persons. Working conditions can be highly stressful. This position also involves shift work including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. The noise level in the work environment is moderately noisy. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk; hear; stand; walk; run; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, night vision and the ability to adjust focus. The physical demands category is classified as Very Heavy (Exert in excess of 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects). Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Description
Integrity
Essential Required Tasks/Examples of Duties
Please click here to view the full job description.
Minimum Qualifications
Training - High school graduate or GED, with some college credit from an accredited college or university preferred.
Experience - Experience that demonstrates the applicant possesses the knowledge, skills and abilities for the position. Previous experience in law enforcement and Colorado POST certification is preferred.NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: - Must be at least 21 years of age. Cannot have been convicted of a felony or a disqualifying misdemeanor involving moral turpitude. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with the ability to obtain a valid Colorado driver's license and safe driving record for continued employment. Preferred current and valid Certified Jail Officer (CJO) and/or Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification or ability to obtain. New hires must, as a condition of employment, pass the following pre-offer and post-offer tests in addition to the interview(s): CVSA (Computerized Voice Stress Analyzer), driving records check, typing/data entry test, background examination, medical examination, psychological examination, drug screening and fingerprint check through CBI/FBI. Ability to meet Department's physical standards.
Candidates will not be considered if they have used marijuana within the last 6 months, psilocybin within the last 3 years, or any other illegal substance within the last 5 years. All candidates must pass a comprehensive background check and pre-employment drug screening prior to receiving a final offer of employment.Working Conditions
The working environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely works in an indoor environment, but will occasionally work in outdoor weather conditions. The employee is required to wear body armor while performing the duties of this job. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and with explosives and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration. Work involves a significant amount of time spent inside a Detention Center with a high degree of danger inherent in working with career criminals and emotionally unstable persons. Working conditions can be highly stressful. This position also involves shift work including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. The noise level in the work environment is moderately noisy. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk; hear; stand; walk; run; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, night vision and the ability to adjust focus. The physical demands category is classified as Very Heavy (Exert in excess of 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects). Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Broomfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For additional information click here.
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in police officer jobs.
- High school diploma or GED required, with many agencies preferring some college coursework
- Completion of a state-certified police academy or law enforcement training program
- Valid state Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification
- Clean criminal background with no felony convictions or disqualifying misdemeanors
- Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving history
- Demonstrated physical fitness meeting agency-specified standards
Tips for Your Police Officer Job Search
Tailor your resume to the posting
Police agencies list specific requirements like POST certification, firearm qualifications, or bilingual ability. Match your resume language to those exact terms so your application clears the initial screening before a human ever reads it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists police officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight relevant academy and field training
Agencies want to see your academy graduation date, field training completion, and any specialized courses like crisis intervention or traffic enforcement. List these in a dedicated training section, not buried under a general experience entry.
Prepare your physical and background records early
Many police officer applications require a physical fitness test, polygraph, and thorough background check. Gather prior employment records, reference contacts, and any documented fitness achievements before you submit so delays don't cost you an offer.
Research each agency before your oral board
Oral board panels routinely ask why you want to work for their department specifically. Knowing the agency's jurisdiction size, recent community initiatives, and department values lets you give concrete answers instead of generic ones.
Follow up after each application stage
Police hiring processes move slowly through background and medical steps. Send a brief, professional follow-up after each stage to confirm your documents were received and to signal your continued interest without pressuring the recruiter.
Police Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most police officers?
The most active employers for police officers right now are WellSpan Health, State of Ohio, and University of Utah, and the most openings are in California, Pennsylvania, and Oregon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Municipal police departments and county sheriff offices consistently post the highest volume of openings nationwide.
How many police officer jobs are remote?
About 0% of police officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the in-person nature of most patrol and field enforcement roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or desk-based arrangements include administrative investigative roles, crime analysis, and certain federal agency positions.
How do you become a police officer?
To become a police officer, you meet the agency's minimum requirements, submit an application, and pass a written exam. You then complete a physical fitness test, an oral board interview, a polygraph, and a thorough background investigation. Candidates who clear those stages attend a state-certified police academy before completing supervised field training with the hiring agency.
Can you get hired as a police officer with little or no experience?
Yes, most municipal and county agencies hire candidates with no prior law enforcement experience because they provide academy training themselves. Demonstrating a clean background, physical fitness, and community ties strengthens an entry-level application. Military service, volunteer emergency response work, or a criminal justice degree can offset a thin professional resume and move you past early screening rounds.
What does the police officer interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a written exam and a physical fitness test, followed by an oral board interview before a panel of senior officers. Candidates who advance undergo a comprehensive background investigation, a polygraph examination, and a psychological evaluation. A medical and drug screening comes next, and conditional offers are extended before a final chief or command-level interview in some agencies.
Where can I find and apply to police officer jobs?
You can find and apply to police officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from agencies across the United States. Search for roles that fit your certification level, location, and specialization, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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