Become a Laurel Police Officer
Thank you for your interest in the Laurel Police Department.
The City of Laurel is accepting applications for following positions.
Patrol Officer
The Laurel Police Department is a growing and dynamic department located in south central Montana. Laurel sits just an hour away from the Beartooth- Absaroka Mountain range and the world famous Beartooth Pass on its way to Yellowstone National Park. The historic Yellowstone River flows past Laurel’s Riverside Park which offers access for fishing, boating, seasonal camping, and a recently added walking trail. Neighboring Montana’s largest metropolitan City of Billings, Laurel offers a hometown feel while offering easy access to the amenities of a city.
The Laurel Police Department consists of 14 Sworn Officers, an active Reserve Officer program, animal control / code enforcement, and dispatch center that handles approximately 10,000 calls for service each year. In addition to the Patrol Division there are special duty assignments such as D.E.A. Drug Task Force Detective, General Detective, School Resource Officers, Reserve Officer Coordinator, Yellowstone County Tactical Response, and a K-9 unit. The command structure consists of the Chief of Police, Assistant Chief / Captain, and a Sergeant position.
An active and growing department, the Laurel Police Department strives to meet the highest professional standards in law enforcement in service to their community, while striving to meet the demands of the future.
12-month probationary wage is $27.83/Hr. with $1 /Hr. wage increase upon successful completion of probationary period. The City of Laurel also offers additional per hour increases for Montana Peace Officers POST Intermediate and Advanced certificates.
Additional benefits include: a generous paid medical insurance package, Municipal Police Officer Retirement System, paid vacation, sick and personal leave, retention, and longevity pay. Patrol Officers work 12 hour shifts on a 2-2-3 rotation which provides an excellent work/ family life balance.
To receive a City of Laurel application, you may request one via phone (406-628-8737), downloaded at cityoflaurelmontana.com (under the Administration Department), or picked up at the Laurel Police Department 215 West 1st Street, Laurel, Montana 59044. Cover letter and supporting documents may be mailed to the Laurel Police Department at the above address or returned electronically to laurelpd@laurel.mt.gov Subject: Patrol Officer application. Full job descriptions available on request. Please do not hesitate to contact Chief Langve with any questions or email at slangve@laurel.mt.gov
Applications open until filled.
