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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.
DPD Application Opens
Start Date/Time: Monday, February 04, 2013 9:00 AM
End Date/Time: Monday, February 04, 2013 9:30 AM
Recurring Event: One time event
Importance: Normal Priority
Description:

Apply on-line today to become a Denver Police Officer.  Application opens at 9 am Mountain Time.

Denver Police Officer

Work to protect lives and property by enforcing laws and ordinances while
providing police services to the community. Approximately 100 positions to be
filled. Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply. We welcome and encourage
diversity on our workforce.

Salary

$46,449 starting to over $76,932 after 4 years

General Qualifications

US Citizen, at least 21 years of age, HS diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, no
felony convictions
Applicants subject to a merit based hiring process, background investigation,
polygraph, drug testing, interview, fitness exam, psychological exam, and other
administrative reviews. Applicants must pass all Denver Civil Service
Commission requirements to be considered for hire. EOE.

Application opens February 4th through April 25th (limited test space available so
apply early) on-line at www.denvergov.jobs

Contact
Officer Eranda Piyasena, DPD Recruiter, eranda.piyasena@denvergov.org
Don Ronyak, Manager of Safety Recruitment Director,
don.ronyak@denvergov.org
Owned by Don Ronyak On Monday, January 14, 2013

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Existing Applicants

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

Other Opportunities

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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