Dillon Police Department Accepting Applications For Probationary Patrolman

August 9, 2025 The Dillon Police Department is accepting applications to create a 2025 hiring list for probationary patrolman which will be used for an anticipated opening. Requirements include possessing high ethical standards, and the desire to serve and protect in a community-oriented police department. The starting salary is $24.50 an hour increasing to $26.25 an hour when the probationary period, and Montana Law Enforcement Academy is successfully completed. Uniform allowance, for the first year is $1,200 every year after is $750. Competitive insurance and other benefits. Police Officer Standards in Training (POST) applications.

Applications need to be turned in to either 2 S. Pacific St, Dillon, MT 59725 or emailed to dillonpd@beaverheadco.mt.gov, can be mailed to 125 N. Idaho St, Dillon, MT 59725. POST qualified applicants wage will be determined based on years of service. Other questions may be referred to Chief Jeremy Alvarez at (406)683-3714. Open until filled.