JOB DETAILS

School Resource Officer

CompanyTown of Johnstown
LocationJohnstown
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 18, 2026
About The Company
Join a team that’s shaping one of Northern Colorado’s most vibrant and fast-growing communities. The Town of Johnstown blends small-town charm with forward-thinking leadership, offering employees the chance to make a real impact in a supportive, community-focused environment. Located just minutes from Fort Collins, Denver, and Boulder, Johnstown is perfectly situated for professionals seeking both career growth and quality of life. With a growing population, thriving local economy, and ambitious long-term vision, Johnstown is investing in smart infrastructure, sustainable development, and exceptional public services. As an employer, Johnstown values innovation, collaboration, and service. Employees enjoy a strong benefits package, work-life balance, and the opportunity to contribute directly to meaningful projects that enhance daily life for residents. Whether you're in public works, planning, parks & recreation, or administration, you’ll find purpose and pride in your role. If you're ready to grow your career while helping a community grow with you, the Town of Johnstown is the place to be.
About the Role

Join our community as a School Resource Officer!

 

The Town of Johnstown, Colorado, is seeking passionate individuals to join our Police Department as a School Resource Officer. Be part of a vibrant and growing community where your work truly matters. With a population of 20,000 and expanding, Johnstown offers friendly neighborhoods, excellent public services, and quality shopping centers.


Why Choose Johnstown?

Employment with the Johnstown Police Department is more than a career, it is about becoming a part of a close-knit family. You'll be more than a number you'll be an individual with a name that matters to this community. You'll become a part of something larger than yourself, and your work will serve a community of over 22,0000 citizens that supports you and the hard work you do.

The Town of Johnstown is a rapidly growing community that is adding rooftops and new businesses at an astonishing rate. The view from your take home patrol car will be that of Longs Peak (14,295 ft) to the West, seamlessly integrated with agriculture, community, and commerce.

You will serve your community while allowing our values of Family, Adaptive, Integrity, Trust, and Humility (FAITH) to guide you along the way.

We believe in giving you the opportunities to advance through your career with this department to include individual training allowances, collateral assignments and mentorship. 

Grow your career with us, become a part of the Johnstown Police Department family and apply today!


Policing Values:

We believe in the uniqueness of each person and in the value of all human life. 

We uphold and protect the Constitutional rights of everyone, never abusing our police authority. 

We believe our authority comes from the people we serve.  

We believe in working together with our community, as public safety is a shared responsibility.  

We are proud of the police profession and work to improve it.

We are guardians, warriors, and defenders, dedicated to protecting our community from harm. 


This position requires current POST certification at the time of hire.


Make a difference. Create a career. Apply today!


Deadline to apply: May 31, 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

 

To be considered for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter by the posted deadline. It is highly recommended that you contact the department and complete a citizen ride along to learn more. 


Expecting starting rate: $41.80 - 53.35/hour, depending on experience.

The Town of Johnstown provides generous benefits including vacation, holiday, sick time, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plan contributions, and health savings accounts. Specific requirements are stated in the Employee Handbook and Benefits Booklet.


Please refer to the attached job description for additional details.


The Town of Johnstown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection be based on job-related factors. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Key Skills
Law EnforcementCommunity PolicingPublic SafetyConflict ResolutionMentorshipConstitutional LawCrisis Management
Categories
Security & SafetyGovernment & Public SectorEducation
Benefits
VacationHolidaySick timeMedicalDentalVisionLife insuranceRetirement plan contributionsHealth savings accounts
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Serve as a law enforcement officer within the school system to ensure the safety of students and staff. Build positive relationships with the community while upholding constitutional rights and public safety.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$42 - $53
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
73
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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