Boulder Police Department Careers

Police Officer (Lateral)
Apply by October 14, 2026

Job Description Summary: The City of Boulder Police Department is continuously seeking experienced, service-driven law enforcement professionals who lead with integrity, professionalism, humanity, and courage. This evergreen recruitment is designed to establish a qualified pool of lateral candidates for current and future vacancies throughout the year. 
As a Boulder Police Officer, you will protect life and property, preserve public safety, and build meaningful partnerships within our diverse community through proactive, community-oriented policing. Officers respond to calls for service, conduct criminal and traffic enforcement, perform investigations, engage in problem-solving initiatives, and collaborate with residents, businesses, and partner agencies to address public safety concerns. 
Boulder Police Officers are empowered to think critically, act decisively, and serve compassionately while upholding the highest ethical standards. This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact in one of Colorado’s most engaged and progressive communities.
Employees with prior law enforcement experience may be paid at a level above the starting hourly rate as shown in the table below. The step which new employees enter the salary schedule is determined by the Chief of Police and Human Resources and years of service you bring as a Police Officer. Click to apply.

Public Safety Information Specialist
Apply by October 5, 2026
Under general supervision, performs investigative, technical, administrative, and research support functions for criminal investigations and real-time incident management. As a non-commissioned member of the Public Safety Information Center (PSIC), this position evaluates, coordinates, and disseminates critical information to support investigative operations, improve situational awareness, and enhance public safety decision-making.
Apply at: https://bouldercolorado.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Boulder-CO/Public-Safety-Information-Specialist_JR9624

Dispatcher
Apply by October 9, 2026
Under direct supervision, this job requires multi-tasking skills and the ability to make quick decisions. Answer emergency telephone lines and obtain information from callers. Prioritize calls and provide proper pre-arrival instructions to callers. Document calls by inputting necessary information in the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system.
Apply at: https://bouldercolorado.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Boulder-CO/Dispatcher_JR8001

Public Safety Events Program Manager
Apply by October 9, 2026
Under general supervision, represents Boulder Police Department (BPD) in collaboration with multiple departments and external partners to plan, implement coordinate, and administer public safety operations for permitted special events within the City of Boulder. This position serves as the primary liaison for programs in event planning and organizing the Boulder Police Department special events with the community. This position will identify and sustain opportunities for collaborative partnership and ensure that events are conducted safely and in compliance with city policies and permitting requirements.
Apply at: https://bouldercolorado.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Boulder-CO/Public-Safety-Events-Program-Manager_JR9635

Our benefits and pay are among the most competitive in Colorado.

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