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Police Careers - City of Lone Tree Skip to content Home > Police Department > Police Careers Careers with the LTPD Join the Lone Tree Police Department – One of Colorado’s Best The City of Lone Tree Police Department (LTPD) provides professional police services to our community through building partnerships, trust, and having a culture of service.  LTPD believes in being inclusive and respectful to each other in the department and to all members of the public. We stand firmly against all forms of discrimination, including racial inequality, prejudice, and bias based on disability, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, or veteran status. We are committed to hiring individuals of strong character who uphold these values and reflect the rich diversity of the community we serve. Lydia Roux Talent Acquisition and Development Manager lydia.roux@cityoflonetree.com Our Core Values TEACH Truthful To be honest and forthright in all things. Encouraging To be positive, supportive and recognize the value in each other. Accountable To accept responsibility for your actions and meet or exceed all work standards. Collaborative To communicate effectively between work groups, shifts, and departments Humility To willingly admit mistakes, listen to others, solicit input, be willing to make changes when needed, and minimize status differences. Career Opportunities at the LTPD Lateral POST Certified Police Officers Community Safety Officers Civilian Positions Volunteers in Police Services (VIPS) Our volunteer opportunities allow community members to support public safety, build connections, and play a meaningful role in helping LTPD serve the community. For more information, contact Scott Cavenah , Support Services Manager, at scott.cavenah@cityoflonetree.com View Current Job openings Learn about the City Community profile Employee experience Advancement Opportunities Lone Tree PD is committed to supporting your career growth by providing clear pathways for advancement, leadership development, and specialized training to help you reach your full potential. Leadership Development and Promotions Corporal, Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Commander Park Meadows Retail Resort Unit Community Partnership Unit School Resource Officers Investigations Regionalized Units including Investigative Task Forces, SWAT Team, Critical Incident Response Team, Crisis Response Team Hostage Negotiator Field Training Officer Additional Specialized and Instructor Positions 2026 Pay Structure Lateral Officers will receive a 1:1 credit for years of service. Jail Deputies can receive a 2:1 credit for years of service. Additional Law Enforcement positions, including Federal and State, will be considered on a case-by-case basis. *Education Incentive for employees with a bachelor’s degree earn an additional $2,500 per year. 2026 Pay Structure Hourly Rate New Recruit in Academy $67,163* New Recruit in FTO $73,881* Officer Step 1 $83,949* Step 2 $89,405* Step 3 $95,217* Step 4 $101,406* Step 5 $107,997* Step 6 $115,017 Corporal Step 1 $119,043* Step 2 $124,400 Sergeant Step 1 $132,486* Step 2 $137,123* Step 3 $141,922* Step 4 $146,889* Step 5 $152,030 Additional Benefits Compensation Information Employees with a bachelor’s degree earn an additional $2500/year We offer up to $2500/year for tuition reimbursement Employees receive a free RTD EcoPass Gym on the premises and free access to the Lone Tree Recreation Center Additional incentives to officers who join our E-Fit program! View our Employee Benefits Guide Our Hiring Process in Lone Tree includes: Testing: a written test and a physical agility test Psychological Exam Polygraph Exam Background Investigation Interview Medical/Drug Testing Apply Today! For questions or more information, please contact Lydia Roux, Talent Acquisition and Development Manager at email Lydia.Roux@cityoflonetree.com , or call at 720.498.8625 2026 Pay Structure Hourly Rate With Education Incentive New Recruit in Academy $32.29 $33.49 New Recruit in FTO $35.52 $36.72 1 year $40.36 $41.56 2 years $42.98 $44.18 3 years $45.77 $46.97 4 years $48.75 $49.95 5 years $51.92 $53.12 6 years $55.29 N/A Corporal 1 year $57.23 $57.95 2 years $59.80 N/A Sergeant 1 year $63.69 $64.41 2 years $65.92 $66.64 3 years $68.23 $68.95 4 years $70.61 $71.34 5 years $73.09 N/A 2026 Pay Structure with Incentive New Recruit in Academy $65,458 $67,958 New Recruit in FTO $73,033 $75,533 1 year $80,021 $82,520 2 years $85,342 $87,842 3 years $91,017 $93,517 4 years $97,069 $99,569 5 years $103,524 $106,024 6 years $110,791 N/A Corporal 1 year $116,330 $117,830 2 years $122,213 N/A Sergeant 1 year $128,324 $129,824 2 years $131,275 $132,775 3 years $134,294 $135,794 4 years $137,383 $138,883 5 years $140,715 N/A Lieutenant 1 year $147,751 N/A