Police Department Employment

The Fruita Police Department offers competitive pay and benefits for those looking to join our ranks!  Open positions are posted on our website through our Human Resources Department.  Visit the link below for current openings.

Hiring Process

The Fruita Police Department hiring process may include any of the following components, depending on whether the applicant is a lateral transfer or a POST certifiable candidate:

• Written test to determine if the applicant possesses the necessary abilities and cognitive skills to successfully learn and perform the job of police officer.
• Integrity interview.
• Oral board assessment.
• Psychological exam.
• Comprehensive background investigation.
• Pre-employment physical and physical fitness examination.
• Polygraph or voice stress analysis exam.

Any questions regarding employment can be directed to fruitapolice@fruita.org.