EXPLORE OUR UNIQUE CAREER PATHS
Join Us, In The Middle Of Big Sky Country
Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference in our community? The City of Great Falls is seeking qualified applicants for the Police Officer position. We are committed to Community-Orientated Policing and value inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work.
The Great Falls Police Department is committed to providing the highest quality of police service to the citizens of Great Falls, in partnership with the entire community. Officers are responsible for patrolling assigned areas, issuing citations, making arrests, responding to calls, monitoring traffic, preparing reports, and operating mobile data terminals. The department responds to over 45,000 calls for service each year.
SPECIALIZED UNITS
In addition to the street action in patrol, there are opportunities for special assignments :
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- High Risk Unit
- Investigations Bureau
- Narcotics
- Gangs
- Sex crimes
- School Resource Officers
- Special Projects Officers
- Other specialized positions
Great Falls Ranks Second for Most Affordable Cost of Living in Montana
Great Falls has been described as the perfect blend of big-city excitement and small-town charm. Our community has grand traditions, rich history, and superb recreational and cultural amenities for the entire family. When you’re in Great Falls, take a moment to consider the rich history you’re immersed in. Here, you tread the same paths once trodden by the explorers Lewis and Clark, the resilient Blackfeet Indians, and the formidable grizzly bear.
Located on the Missouri River and a short drive from the Rocky Mountain Front, Great Falls is home to five waterfalls are located around the city and offer a variety of outdoor activities including: camping, fishing, hunting, hiking, golfing, biking, kayaking, skiing, and rafting. Amenities include the River’s Edge Trail, Electric City Water Park, Riverside Railyard Skate Park, multiple golf courses and tennis courts. Quality of life is excellent with affordable housing, an outstanding public education system, a safe living environment, and a low cost of living. The C. M. Russell Museum, Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, six additional museums, Farmer’s Market, and the Great Falls Symphony only begin to describe the many cultural venues and events.
Additional benefits
Career advancement opportunities; GFPD offers specialized units such as HRU (High Risk Unit), HIDTA (High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area), Field Training Officers, Drone Pilots, DET (Directed Enforcement Team).
GFPD recognizes the importance of maintaining health in three areas: Physical Fitness, Physical Health and Mental Health. We have developed a Wellness Program in order to promote and recognize an employee’s healthy lifestyle and encourage all of their members to participate in this voluntary program. Under the current CBA participating employees can earn up to 2 full days off paid.
WE'RE HIRING
- Committed to community outreach and award-winning policing techniques
- State-of-the-art safety equipment and specialized units
- Resources to solve real-life problems
- Resources for career advancements
- Positive work/life balance