Department of Safety Jobs & Opportunities

Serving the public is a noble and selfless occupation. Sworn members of the Department of Safety risk their lives to protect the safety, civil liberties, and lives of their fellow citizens. If you are interested in making a positive impact on Denver’s diverse communities, see below for information about the hiring process and current job openings. 

Job Openings & Hiring Process

All positions below are subject to a comprehensive background investigation, drug screen, physical ability standards, and other requirements.

Police Officer application to open January 2014.  Learn more about the hiring process, testing and current openings.  

Firefighter application to open November 2013. Learn more about the hiring process, testing and current openings.  

Recruitment for Deputy Sheriff employment takes place throughout the year as positions become available. Learn more about the hiring process, testing and current openings.

Recruiter Contact Info: 

Being part of the Denver Public Safety Cadet Program offers tremendous personal and professional advantages.

Pay and benefits for Denver Police Officers, Firefighters, and Deputy Sheriffs is determined by collective bargaining agreements between the City and County of Denver and local union officials. Generally, collective bargaining agreements are established for three year increments. The right to collective bargaining is granted by city charter for police officer, firefighter, and deputy sheriff employees.

The Department of Safety is an equal opportunity employer. Our recruitment efforts are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion within the department. 



Recruiting & Community Outreach Events

Please check back soon for more events. We post new community outreach and recruiting events throughout the year.
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Existing Applicants

Police officer and firefighter job applicants can check the status of their applications online.

Contact Us

Department of Safety Recruitment Division

Don Ronyak, Recruitment Director 

Webb Municipal Building
201 W Colfax Ave, 7th Floor
Dept 803 Denver, CO 80202
Phone:  (720) 913-3390

Police Department Recruiter
Officer Eranda Piyasena

Fire Department Recruiter
Captain Desmond Fulton

Sheriff Department Recruiter 
Deputy Sheriff Lanceferd Alexander

Cadet Recruiter
Cadet Commander Taylor Balding

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