The Colorado Springs Police Department accepts applications for Entry Level and Lateral Police Officer positions through the GovernmentJobs.com website. Open jobs may be found in the Law Enforcement category.
The Colorado Springs Police Department is now using a continuous hiring model – hiring an academy every 18 weeks.
Each academy will have an Apply By date. You MUST apply by that date to be considered for that specific academy. Applications are now open.
IMPORTANT UPDATE
We are excited to share an important update regarding our police recruit position.
To make the path into a law enforcement career with the Colorado Springs Police Department more accessible, CSPD has revised the minimum education requirement for police recruit to a high school diploma or GED. This update expands opportunities and supports a broader, more diverse applicant pool. This update reflects our commitment to attracting a wider range of qualified individuals who have the character, commitment, and potential to succeed in this profession. While the minimum education requirement has changed, our hiring process remains thorough, and we continue to uphold the high standards expected of those who serve our community.
| Apply by Date | Academy Start |
|---|---|
| 5/3/2026 | 11/9/2026 |
| 8/30/2026 | 3/15/2027 |
| 1/3/2027 | 7/19/2027 |
Our employment process begins by completing an online application and proceeds through online testing and interviewing. Specific instructions are emailed directly to candidates after the online application.
When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made for an “otherwise qualified applicant” with a disability to participate in the testing process (Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991). Applicants who require reasonable accommodations to test should contact our agency by the close of the application process. Accommodations must be requested prior to taking any of the testing components.
What to Expect: In-State Applicants