Police Officer Recruit

City of Chandler•Chandler, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Chandler Police Department is seeking qualified individuals to join their team as a Police Officer Recruit. This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position with benefits. The work schedule is subject to a variety of shifts, including day shift, swing shift, night shift, weekends, and holidays. A 12-month probationary period is required. The hiring process includes a written examination through the National Testing Network (NTN), submission of an AZPOST PH Form, a physical agility test, an oral board interview, a background investigation, an eSoph background packet submission, a polygraph examination, a psychological evaluation, a medical examination and drug screen, and an interview with the Chief of Police. The City of Chandler Police Department serves a growing population of approximately 290,000 residents with 348 sworn officers and 192 civilians. The department is dedicated to community policing and aims to maintain a safe, vibrant community through meaningful engagement and continuous organizational improvement.

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.
Attain a favorable score in each of the examination phases to qualify for the next phase.
Not have any felony conviction in Arizona, or violation in another state that would be considered a felony if committed in Arizona.
Not have been dishonorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces.
Not have been previously denied certified peace officer status or had certified peace officer status revoked or suspended.
Not have illegally possessed or used marijuana for any purpose within the past two (2) years.
Not have illegally sold, produced, cultivated, or transported for sale marijuana or other dangerous drugs.
Not have 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 convictions of or adjudged to have violated traffic regulations with such frequency as to indicate disrespect for traffic law and disregard for safety within the past three (3) years.
Falsification, omission, misrepresentation, or deception in any stage of the process will result in immediate removal from consideration.

Responsibilities

Participate in the hiring process, including written examinations, physical agility tests, and oral interviews.
Complete a 12-month probationary period.
Adhere to the City of Chandler's Drug Free Workplace Policy.
Undergo background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, medical examination, and drug screen.
Engage in community policing and partnership with citizens.
Contribute to maintaining a safe and vibrant community.

Benefits

Hiring Incentive: $3,500 paid in two installments for new hires to the City of Chandler.
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.