Job Description
Entry Level Patrol Officer It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The Aurora Civil Service Commission is accepting Entry Level Patrol Officer applications for the Aurora Police Department to establish the 2026-3B Group B Certified Eligibility List. The academy is projected to begin on September 21, 2026, and end on March 18, 2027. The academy dates are subject to change. The deadline to submit an application is May 18, 2026, at 11:59 PM. The Aurora Police Department is looking for individuals who represent diversity in thought and experiences, which are shared by our citizens. Candidates must have strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing. Candidates should possess good interpersonal skills, common sense, and have the ability to problem solve. Examples of Duties A comprehensive list of a police officer's duties is not possible, but officers working within the Aurora Police Department perform some of the following functions: Handle (emergency and non-emergency) calls for service received by our Communications Center. Investigate and determine what type of, or if, crimes have occurred. Make sound decisions using knowledge, training and experience. Positively interact with the public. Problem solves complex community issues and look for innovative solutions to reduce repeat calls for service. Salary: When hired with a start date in 2026, the hiring rate for Patrol Officer Grade IV is $33.65385 hourly/$70,000 annually. This position is considered non-exempt. You will be eligible for overtime per the Fair Standards Labor Act. Annualized salary represents an estimate of yearly earnings based on the hourly rate and a standard full-time schedule. The comprehensive breakdown of the rates of pay per the 2026 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) contract is listed below. Year 1, Grade IV: $33.65385 hourly/$70,000 annually Year 2, Grade III: $37.27500 hourly/$77,532 annually Year 3, Grade II: $41.18702 hourly/$85,669 annually Year 4, Grade I: $45.72452 hourly/$95,107 annually Year 5, Grade I(B): $57.24616 hourly/$119,072 annually Upcoming Deadlines & Test Dates: FrontLine Exam Complete and submit scores no later than May 26, 2026. Job Functionality Test (JFT) Scheduled for May 29th & 30th Video Oral Board Interviews MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS Eligibility Minimum qualifications and automatic disqualifiers are available for your review in Section II, Rule 2a & 2b in the Civil Service Commission Rules and Regulations. They are as listed below: Entry-Level Police applicants shall be 21 years old by the projected end date of the Academy. Be a citizen of the United States of America or a person who is lawfully admitted for permanent residence in accordance with the Immigration and Nationality Act. Have completed a minimum education of high school completion, or GED equivalency. Must have a valid driver's license and if not a Colorado driver's license, be able to obtain a Colorado driver's license by the start of the Academy. Be able to perform minimum essential job functions of the recruit position. Automatic grounds for disqualification from the hiring process include: Conviction of, or deferred judgment for, a crime which is a felony under state or federal law; or military conviction by a court-martial that is comparable to a felony conviction. Conviction of any crime or ordinance violation, which would bar the applicant from possessing a firearm or ammunition under Federal or Colorado law. Conviction of, deferred judgement for, or combination of any misdemeanor causing disqualification under POST standard 24-31-305. <