Human Resources

Job Opportunities

The City of Delta accepts applications during an active recruiting period or in response to published announcements. Applications will not be accepted for positions for which there is not a current advertised opening.

If you are interested in applying for one of the positions listed below, please download and complete the city job application and return via mail or fax to:

Jeri Karsten - Human Resources Director
City of Delta
360 Main Street
Delta, CO 81416

direct: 970-874-7906
fax: 970-874-6931

Current Job Opportunities:

Police Officer

City of Delta, Colorado is located in a valley surrounded by mountains, population approximately 8,000, between Grand Junction and Montrose; recreational opportunities abound - Devil’s Thumb 18 hole regulation golf course, Bill Heddles Recreation Center, Confluence Lake and Park with fishing and walking trails; mountain climbing, hiking, hunting and skiing within one hour drive.  We are seeking interested applicants for Police Officer - certifiable, certified or lateral for several openings; certified preferred.  Patrols an assigned beat in the enforcement of law and order and prevention of crime; takes intensive field and basic training in the early period of employment.  Any combination of experience and training equivalent to graduation from high school.  Necessary special requirements are: possess a valid Colorado driver’s license; State certified in law enforcement; certain certifications and standards must be achieved and maintained according to departmental policies and law; must be 21 years of age or over at time of hire;  will be required to pass a detailed background and criminal record check, a psychological exam, physical agility and written test.  If offer of conditional employment is extended, will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test.  Starting salary is $18.58/hour plus an excellent benefit package.  Original City employment application and supplemental police application must completed, and submitted to Human Resources, City of Delta, 360 Main St., Delta, Co 81416.  (No email or faxes accepted.) Open until filled. Responses are not be forward to Police Department.   Employment and supplemental applications, and benefit information are available below.

EOE/MF

City of Delta Job Application PDF (50 Kb)

Supplemental Application for Police Officer Applications PDF (189 Kb)