Police Officer - Entry Level

• An application must be submitted through our website to be considered for this position. To apply for this position please go to:**** City of Canon City**{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}
• ABOUT THE CITY**

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Cañon City is proud of their rich heritage and many cultural and artistic venues. Located in the Southcentral portion of Colorado, it is a Home Rule Municipality and the county seat of Fremont County. It is a Council-Administrator form of government with the Administrator reporting directly to the City Council. Cañon City was founded in 1858 during the Pike's Peak Gold Rush and was originally intended as a commercial center for mining in South Park and the upper Arkansas River. With a city population of over 16,700, Cañon City straddles the easterly flowing Arkansas River and is a popular tourist destination for whitewater rafting, sightseeing and rock climbing.

**ABOUT THE POSITION**

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Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties for the Cañon City Police Department, to maintain public order, and to assist and protect the lives and property of Canon City residents, business owners, and visitors.

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Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen and 21 years of age at the time of swearing in. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and must have a valid Colorado Driver's License, or the ability to obtain one within sixty (60) days of hire, with a driving record acceptable to the City of Cañon City. Applicants must be a Certified Colorado Police Officer.

Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the listed knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted.

NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. Additional information about the job can be found on the job posting.

**HOW TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION**

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To view the full job posting and benefits information visit: City of Canon City - Job Opportunities{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}

**JOB PROFILE**

**Department: Police Department**

**Reports To:** **Police Sergeant**

**Hourly Wage Rate: $25.84-$31.67**

**FLSA Status:** **Full-Time Non-Exempt**

**Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday August 23, 2026**