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ACADEMY RECrUIT

2026 Academy Overview

The Recruit position prepares an individual with all the training necessary to become a certified Peace Officer in the state of Colorado.

 

Selected Recruits will have the opportunity to attend the Adams County Sheriff’s Office Flatrock Academy. The training you’ll receive is top-notch and will prepare you for a position as a Deputy Sheriff with Adams County Sheriff’s Office upon graduation. Graduates will typically be assigned to the Adams County Detention Center of Patrol Division after graduation based on performance and staffing needs.

 

Becoming an Academy Recruit

Pre-Academy Hire Program

The Adams County Pre-Hire program involves classroom and training aimed at integrating new employees to our family. Candidates are allowed to complete in ride-along’s and shadow various areas of the Sheriff’s Office so they can get an idea of which way they want to aim the career.

  1. Attend all scheduled academy training sessions 
  2. Check emails and other correspondence from academy staff and instructors
  3. Sit or stand for extended periods
  4. Take appropriate notes on the material presented
  5. Prepare written reports
  6. Prepare for written tests through independent or group study
  7. Participate in the physical training program
  8. Participate in field activities in various environmental conditions
  9. Engage in formal inspections
  10. Perform special duties as assigned
  • Must possess a High School Diploma or GED
  • Must be at least 21 years of age prior to academy graduation
  • Must have a Valid driver’s license
  • No criminal convictions as defined by Colorado P.O.S.T.
  • Must meet criteria established by P.O.S.T. if you are a Non-United States Citizen

Please follow this link for more information: Post Colorado Non-Citizen Eligibility  (DACA recipients who meet Colorado P.O.S.T. eligibility are encouraged to apply).

  • Monday-Friday 0800-1700 (with a few exceptions)

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Take care of your family by joining the Adams County Sheriff's Office

Join a strong team of talented professionals dedicated to their work in a law enforcement department that's just the right size to get ahead and build your career.
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our hiring process

01.
Phase I: Testing Process

Screening and Testing

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02.
PHASE II: Background Process

Physical Agility Test and Oral Interview

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03.
PHASE III: Post-Conditional Offer

Background Investigation

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Frequently asked Questions

  • Scheduling the written exam is up to you for your convenience. The Adams County Sheriff’s Office typically holds Cadet / Lateral Deputy oral board interviews twice a month, and all other position oral board interviews once monthly. If an applicant proceeds past the oral board interview step, you are requested to provide a detailed packet to begin the background investigation process. If all of the requested documents and details are adequately provided, background investigations will take between 45 and 60 business days.
  • Yes. Lateral Officers with patrol experience are allowed to start on patrol at the discretion of the Sheriff. Lateral Officers without patrol experience will be asked to first complete the Jail FTO process and request a transfer after training is completed successfully.
  • No. Cadets hired by the Adams County Sheriff’s Office are sponsored by the agency. Not only that, the Adams County Sheriff’s Office pays Adams County Cadets while they complete the P.O.S.T. certification courses.
  • Yes. We ask cadets being sponsored to attend the FLATROCK Regional Training Center academy to commit 2 year to the Adams County Sheriff’s Office. The 2 year contract includes the 22 week academy.
  • Adams County is located right in the heart of the Denver Metro area. Employees live in all of the surrounding areas to include Douglas County, Jefferson County, Boulder County, Weld County, Broomfield County, Morgan County, Elbert Count, Larimer County and El Paso County. It is completely up to you where you want to live. There is no minimum distance employees are required to live for employment.
  • We require all trainees to complete the Jail FTO(Field Training) program. The Jail FTO program typically takes 3 to 4 months to complete. After successfully completing the Jail FTO program you are eligible to put in a transfer request to Patrol. Agency Lateral Deputies without patrol experience will also be asked to complete the Jail FTO program before advancing to the Patrol Division.
  • No. We have had many senior cadets successfully complete the academy.
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