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Police Officer Cadet

$35.53 per hour

Town of Johnstown

Job Description

Job Description

Join our community as a Police Officer Cadet!

The Town of Johnstown, Colorado, is seeking passionate individuals to join our Police Department as a Police Officer Cadet. Be part of a vibrant and growing community where your work truly matters. With a population of 22,000 and expanding, Johnstown offers friendly neighborhoods, excellent public services, and quality shopping centers.

This position starts out attending Colorado POST academy for a semester in January 2027. After you pass the academy and become POST certified you will enter our mini-academy and receive more training to become a professional Police Officer.

Why Choose Johnstown?

Community Impact: Every role contributes to the well-being of our community.

Family Atmosphere: More than just a job, become part of a close-knit family where your name and contributions are valued.

Stunning Views: Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Longs Peak from your patrol car.

Guiding Values: Let our core values of Family, Adaptive, Integrity, Trust, and Humility (FAITH) guide your journey.

Career Growth: Benefit from individual training, mentorship, and opportunities for advancement.

Make a difference. Create a career. Apply today!

Please refer to the attached job description for additional details.

Expected start date: December 28,2026

You must have Colorado residence for at least one year prior to the start of the POST academy.

Deadline to apply: July 19, 2026

To be considered for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter by the posted deadline. It is highly recommended that you contact the department and complete a citizen ride along to learn more.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Cadet starting rate: $35.53/hr.

Police Officer starting rate (after POST academy): $41.80

The Town of Johnstown provides generous benefits including vacation, holiday, sick time, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plan contributions, and health savings accounts. Specific requirements are stated in the Employee Handbook and Benefits Booklet.

The Town of Johnstown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection be based on job-related factors. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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