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Police Officer

City of Colstrip
Colstrip, MT Full Time
POSTED ON 6/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/4/2026

The City of Colstrip is taking applications for (one) full-time Police Officer. The successful candidate must be able to work 12-hour shifts, to include nights, weekends and holidays. Candidates must also be able to successfully complete the Montana Law Enforcement Academy Basic Course within one year of hire, a pre-employment drug screening and background check, psychological examination, pre-employment fitness test, a mandatory 1-year probationary period and enroll with the Montana Public Employees Association-Colstrip Police bargaining unit. Must be 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent. Starting salary DOE but no less than $30.06/hour. Applications can be obtained at the Colstrip Police Department, Colstrip City Hall, in writing at P.O. Box 9 Colstrip MT 59323 or by emailing policechief@cityofcolstrip.com. This position will be open until filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.06 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Dependent health insurance coverage
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Military leave
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Uniform allowance

Experience:

  • Military: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Leadership: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Colstrip, MT 59323 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Colstrip, MT 59323: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30

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