POLICE OFFICER - LATERALS ONLY

Town of Paradise Valley • Paradise Valley, AZ

7d • $37 - $51 • Onsite

About The Position

The Town of Paradise Valley is seeking experienced law enforcement officers for a full-time Police Officer position. This role offers a competitive salary, a supportive work environment, and the opportunity to serve a picturesque community. The department emphasizes proactive policing, robust training, and a culture of professionalism and community support. This is an excellent opportunity for current officers looking for a new challenge in a well-resourced and community-oriented department.

Requirements

• Arizona Applicants: Valid class D Arizona driver's license upon hire.
• Arizona Applicants: High school diploma or GED.
• Arizona Applicants: Valid Arizona Peace Officers Standards and Training Board (AZPOST) certification as a peace officer upon hire.
• Arizona Applicants: Successful completion of law enforcement field training.
• Out-of-State Applicants: Valid class D Arizona driver's license upon hire.
• Out-of-State Applicants: High school diploma or GED.
• Out-of-State Applicants: One year as a sworn officer in a municipality, county, or state law enforcement agency, or equivalent experience.
• Out-of-State Applicants: Valid peace officer certification and the ability to become AZPOST-certified.
• Complete an online application.
• Upload required documents: high school diploma/GED, current law enforcement certification, college transcripts, and any other relevant documents.
• Successful completion of a physical aptitude test.
• Successful completion of written testing.
• Successful completion of an oral board interview.
• Successful completion of an interview with the Chief of Police.
• Successful completion of a polygraph examination.
• Successful completion of an extensive background investigation (employment, driving, criminal history checks).
• Successful completion of a psychological evaluation.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug testing.
• Successful completion of a medical evaluation.

Nice To Haves

• College transcripts

Responsibilities

• Serve as a sworn law enforcement officer.
• Engage in proactive policing.
• Participate in robust training and specialty training opportunities.
• Conduct law enforcement field training (FTO assignment opportunities).
• Respond to community needs and maintain strong community partnerships.
• Uphold the values of professionalism and community service.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages: $77,646 – $105,352 annually (DOE)
• Wage Increase: 3% effective January 1, 2027
• 100% Town-paid medical and dental for employees
• Up to 90% Town contributions for dependents' medical and dental
• Paid vacation and sick leave accruals
• 60 hours of vacation advanced upon hire
• 10 paid holidays + 1 special holiday
• 2 personal days
• 320 hours of paid parental leave
• $2,000 uniform allowance upon hire
• $1,500/year uniform allowance after one year
• $5,250 tuition reimbursement annually
• Fitness incentives up to $2,000 per year
• Basic life, AD&D, and short-term disability coverage (100% Town-paid)
• Ballistic vest provided every 5 years
• Enrollment in PSPRS with excellent retirement benefits
• Premium Pay: $3.00/hr (weekends)
• Premium Pay: $1.25/hr (nights)
• Premium Pay: $10.00/hr (instructor-led training)
• Premium Pay: $75.00/hr starting pay for off-duty work (with 4-hour minimum)
• Twice-monthly training
• Specialty training opportunities
• Minimal mandatory overtime
• Compensatory time cap of 240 hours
• FTO assignment opportunities
• On-duty wellness and fitness program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED