Police Officer Recruit

City of Chandler•Chandler, AZ

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Chandler Police Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Police Officer Recruit. This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position with benefits. The position work schedule is subject to a wide variety of shifts (i.e., day shift, swing shift, night shift, weekends, and holidays). Note: You may apply for this position every 6-months. If duplicate applications are submitted, the first application will be accepted and all other applications will be rejected. Starting Salary: $35.58 per hour. Hiring Incentive: For those that are new to the City of Chandler - $1,500 paid in two installments, $750 paid upon hire with first paycheck and $750 paid upon successful completion of Probation. You will be required to complete a 12-month probationary period.

Requirements

Must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalency.
Must be 21 years of age by the time of academy graduation.
Must be able to meet the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZPOST) physical health standards.
Applicants must meet prescribed vision, color vision, hearing, and other AZPOST medical standards.
Be a citizen of the United States at the time of application submittal.
Possess a valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record.
Have not had any felony conviction in Arizona, or violation in another state that would be considered a felony if committed in Arizona.
Have not been dishonorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces.
Have not been previously denied certified peace officer status or had certified peace officer status revoked or current certified peace officer status suspended.
Have not illegally possessed or used marijuana for any purpose within the past two (2) years.
Have not illegally sold, produced, cultivated, or transported for sale marijuana or other dangerous drugs.
Have not used (or "tried") any dangerous drug or illegal narcotic, other than marijuana, in any combination in the past seven (7) years or exceeds a total of five (5) times in your lifetime or more than one (1) time since the age of 21.
Not have a conviction of or adjudged to have violated traffic regulations governing the movement of vehicles with such frequency so as to indicate a disrespect for traffic law and a disregard for the safety of other persons on the highway within the past (3) three years.

Nice To Haves

New to the City of Chandler (for hiring incentive).

Responsibilities

Participate in the Chandler Police Department physical fitness testing and oral interviews.
Complete a written examination through the National Testing Network (NTN).
Submit an AZPOST PH Form.
Undergo a background investigation.
Complete an eSoph Background Packet.
Participate in a background interview.
Undergo a polygraph examination.
Complete a psychological evaluation.
Pass a medical examination and drug screen.
Interview with the Chief of Police.

Benefits

Three medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage.
Accrue 122 hours paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual.
Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual.
Twelve paid holidays per year, plus Winter Break at the end of the year.
Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community.
Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match.
City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation.
Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive.
Professional development opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually, $3,200 for part time employees.
Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership.