at City of Missoula, MT in Missoula, Montana, United States Job Description Entry-Level Police Officer Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/missoulacity/jobs/newprint/5440525) Apply ? Entry-Level Police Officer Salary $95,326.40 Annually Location Missoula, Montana Job Type Regular, Full-Time Job Number 00740 Department Police Department Opening Date 08/10/2026 Closing Date 10/4/2026 11:59 PM Mountain + Description + Benefits + Questions Overview Police Officer - Regular Full-Time position The Missoula Police Department ( MPD ) is actively seeking qualified candidates to join our team and help fulfill our mission of serving the City of Missoula. With a current force of 118 sworn officers, we are dedicated to building a pool of eligible applicants to fill vacant positions as needed.

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Deadline for completing the application is Sunday, October 4, 2026, 11:59 PM MST Online Written Examination Requirement + Applicants for the Entry-Level Police Officer position must first submit a City of Missoula Application. + After application is submitted, eligible candidates will be advanced to the next step in the selection process. Candidates who move forward will receive instructions regarding the required online written examination through the agency's designated testing provider. The testing provider will contact candidates directly to schedule the examination. + Candidates should be aware that completion of the online written examination requires payment of a $25 testing fee, which is paid directly to the testing provider prior to testing. + For complete details regarding the hiring process, testing dates and requirements, timelines, and other important candidate information, applicants should review the Entry-Level Police Officer (https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/364/Employment) webpage on the Missoula Police Department's website . Montana Physical Abilities Test ( MPAT ) Requirement + A valid Montana Physical Abilities Test ( MPAT ) score is required as part of the Entry-Level Police Officer selection process. + Candidates are encouraged to complete the MPAT prior to their in-person interview. The Missoula Police Department will accept valid MPAT scores completed through other Montana law enforcement agencies. MPAT scores are valid for six months from the date of completion. + Candidates who have completed a MPAT through another Montana law enforcement agency must contact the agency that administered the test and request that their of To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account