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LOVELAND POLICE DEPARTMENT 810 E. 10TH STREET LOVELAND, COLORADO 80537 (970)962-2213 http://www.cityofloveland.org/departments/police
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Updated: September 01, 2026
Job Classification: Recruit Officer
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Testing for this position requires authorization from the City of Loveland Police Department. Candidates who have filled out the City's application, and meet minimum requirements, will receive notification from the City of Loveland Police Department to schedule testing.
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Salary Information: $78,358.28 - Academy Annually ($93,695.75 Post Certified) Annually. Benefits Information: Generous retirement plan, medical and dental insurance. Vacation, holiday, and medical leave. Department Overview: The nationally accredited Loveland Police Department is committed to the community policing philosophy. Through our service and community partnerships, we focus on education, crime reduction/deterrence, and traffic safety. We invite women and men seeking excellence and professional service to apply for the position of Recruit Police Officer.City Information: Loveland is located in the beautiful Northern Colorado Front Range area. Loveland is known as the ‘Gateway to the Rockies’ and is located approximately an hour north of Denver and an hour south of Cheyenne, Wyoming. Loveland’s low crime rate, quality of life, and proximity to the Rocky Mountains make it a highly desirable city in which to live and work.Population: Approximately 81,000
Selection Process:OUR POSITION:Attend and successfully complete a Colorado P.O.S.T. Law Enforcement Academy designated by the Training Sergeant. Must be physically capable of participating in a formal POST approved Police Academy. OUR CANDIDATE:
Must Meet Minimum standards set forth by Colorado P.O.S.T. requirements required to attend a Colorado POST certified Law Enforcement Academy. https://www.coloradopost.gov/academyIncumbent must be able to perform duties under a wide range of external conditions from sedentary office work to physically and emotionally demanding activity during police training. Must meet physical ability test standards set forth in Police Academy and Department policies.Ability to perform the essential job functions listed for police officer. Demonstrated mental capacity, emotional stability, and legal/procedural knowledge to analyze situations to make legally and ethically sound decisions. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language. Demonstrated effective verbal communications skills allowing communication with people who are emotional or distressed, under adverse conditions, and to groups of varying sizes.Must have demonstrated written communication skills to prepare accurate and concise records and reports of activities/investigations. Personal computer and keyboard skills sufficient to conduct all required Department data searches and document production.Must have the ability to sit in and/or drive a vehicle for extended periods of time and withstand extreme weather conditions from sub-freezing to hot, humid temperatures. WORKING ENVIRONMENT Must be able to perform the following physical requirements: walking, standing, running, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, crawling, bending, climbing, feeling, talking, seeing (includes distinguishing color), hearing and conducting repetitive motions. Must possess necessary motor skills to operate a vehicle, mobile and portable radios, firearms, police baton, speed measuring equipment, mace, electronic control device, sobriety testing equipment, computer/typewriter keyboard, telephone, handcuffs, direct traffic and to arrest combative person. Ability to run to apprehend a fleeing subject or to run to safety when confronted with certain situations. Ability to use strength and quickness to rescue endangered persons. Ability to separate individuals fighting or preparing to fight. Ability to function for extended periods of time with little rest or sleep.Material and Equipment Directly Used: Motor vehicle, handgun, shoulder arms, intermediate weapons such as mace, electronic control device, collapsible or straight baton, handcuffs, computer, police radio, telephone (mobile and traditional office systems), speed measuring equipment, Intoxilyzer machine and flashlight. This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.APPLICANTS WHO ARE UNSUCCESSFUL IN THE SELECTION PROCESS MAY APPLY FOR FUTURE OPENINGS.The selection process will include pre-employment video format situational assessment and oral interviews. Employment offers will be conditional on an extensive criminal background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological examination, physical requirements assessment and drug screening.The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.Qualifications :Licenses & Certifications preferred
