Police Officer (Academy Sponsorship)

Launch your career in law enforcement with the Broomfield Police Department!

BPD is seeking dedicated, integrity-driven individuals who want to make a difference in their community to join our team as Police Officer Recruits and attend a sponsored police academy starting in April 2027.

The Police Officer Trainee is a non-sworn, entry-level classification in which employees receive full compensation and comprehensive benefits while attending a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.)-certified Police Academy. The primary objective of this role is to study, train, and successfully fulfill all academy requirements to obtain P.O.S.T. certification. Upon successful graduation from the academy and attainment of state certification, Police Officer Trainees are promoted to the position of sworn Police Officer.

The Highlights

Paid Academy Training: Receive full compensation and complete employee benefits while attending the P.O.S.T.-certified Police Academy.

Total Compensation Package: Trainees enjoy a highly competitive compensation package including enrollment in the FPPA’s statewide defined benefit (retirement) plan, 112 hours paid vacation, 80 hours paid sick leave, 12 paid holidays, and a free Recreation Center Pass.

Employee Well-Being: Ranked as the 4th healthiest place to live in the United States, the City & County of Broomfield prioritizes you and your family's well-being with direct access to wellness programs, peer support, and psychological services at no cost to the employee.

Career Growth & Advancement: Successful completion of the academy leads directly to promotion as a sworn Police Officer, followed by structured field training (FTO) and ongoing career advancement opportunities.

Why Broomfield?

The Broomfield Police Department is eager to support your career in law enforcement from day one. As a Police Officer Trainee, you are an essential member of our department and will receive full support, mentorship, and access to resources.

Trainee Salary: $39.91/hour ($83,013 annually)

Sworn Police Officer (Step 1): $44.53/hour ($92,622 annually)

Upon successful completion of the police academy and obtaining state certification, Trainees are promoted to sworn Police Officers at Step 1 of the current pay plan.

Free Recreation Center Pass (Gym & Pool)

112 hours paid vacation + 80 hours sick leave per year + 12 paid holidays

Excellent and affordable medical, dental, & vision insurance, with wellness discounts on insurance premiums available.

Automatic enrollment in the Fire & Police Pension Association’s Defined Benefit Plan, plus other great options to save for retirement.

Selection Process & Key Dates*

Our selection process is designed to identify individuals with high integrity, strong character, and dedication to public service.

Application Deadline

November 1, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m. MT

One-Way Virtual Interview

Record yourself answering a set of questions for the Recruiting Team’s review.

November 4-10, 2026

Pre-Screening Call

A brief phone call with a BPD Background Investigator to review application details and alignment with key requirements.

November 18-23, 2026

In-Person Panel Interview & Agility Course Completion

Candidates will be asked to complete a brief writing assignment prior to their interview.

Candidates who pass the panel interview will complete the physical agility course immediately after their interview, weather permitting.

November 30, 2026 - December 4, 2026

Integrity Interview & Computer Voice Stress Analysis (CVSA)

Similar to a polygraph examination, this process verifies key details and ensures candidates meet BPD standards prior to being hired.

December 7-11, 2026

Psychological Job Suitability Assessment

Two-part assessment designed to evaluate personality and behavioral dimensions that are essential for individuals working in public safety positions.

Assigned after Integrity Interview/CVSA; must be completed by December 18, 2026

Contingent Job Offers Extended

Sent by December 23, 2026

Background Investigations

Includes reference checks, education & employment verifications, and criminal/motor vehicle records checks.

Completed by January 28, 2027

Pre-Employment Physical/Drug Screen & Psychological Evaluation

Assesses physical and psychological fitness for the role.

Assigned after Background Check; must be completed by February 14, 2027

Final Job Offers Extended

Sent by February 24, 2027

Anticipated Start Date

March 29, 2027

*Dates are subject to change. Candidates will be notified in advance of any changes.

(Persons hired in this position must be able to perform all the essential tasks required by the position. The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other nonessential or peripheral duties that may be required. The City and County of Broomfield retains the right to modify or change the duties or essential tasks and additional functions of the job at any time. Examples of duties are not intended to be all-inclusive or restrictive.)

Attend Academy classes and master the concepts and laws regarding responsible police work across departmental activities, including police patrol, follow-up investigation, crime prevention, court security, traffic safety, community relations, and non-criminal police services; Colorado Revised Statutes (CRS); defensive driving; physical fitness; and basic firearms.

Participate in regular running, strength training, and obstacle courses to build endurance and physical readiness.

Practice defensive tactics, arrest techniques, handcuffing, and firearm proficiency.

Learn and demonstrate safe motor vehicle operation during routine and emergency response drills across all weather conditions.

Master the skills required to write clear, accurate, and detailed police reports.

Training -

High school graduate or GED equivalent required

Some college credit from an accredited college or university preferred

Experience –

None requir