Agencies Across Montana Looking To Fill First Responder Roles In 2026

MONTANA — Police officers, firefighters and first responders are in high demand across Montana as agencies work to fill various roles in 2026.  

While these positions are the primary focus, numerous other opportunities are available as well.  

In Cascade County, the Sheriff's Office is actively searching for school resource deputies to enhance the safety of teachers and students.  

Sheriff Jesse Slaughter emphasized the importance of having trained officers in schools.  

"For a long time, we've relied on passive security measures. Locked doors, buzzers, different types of systems like this. Now we're committed to putting a professional, armed, highly trained law enforcement officer in your school," said Sheriff Slaughter.  

Meanwhile, in Bozeman, the local fire department has recently launched efforts to recruit more firefighters.  

Gallatin County is also on the lookout for a new 911 records clerk.  

Throughout the state, both law enforcement agencies and medical service providers are eager to recruit more personnel.  

The Missoula Police Department's Public Information Officer, Whitney Bennett, shared the department's commitment to community safety.  

"We want to make a difference in our community; we want to help protect our community, provide that safety, security, and get involved," said Bennett.  

This is just a glimpse of the available positions across Montana. Additional job listings can be found on career boards or online platforms like Indeed.  

Interested individuals are encouraged to visit their local agency to pick up an application.