City of Tucson-posted 3 days ago
$30 - $43/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Onsite • Tucson, AZ
5,001-10,000 employees

The Police Officer Recruit position at the City of Tucson’s Police Department trains at the Police Academy as a new police recruit to learn the skills and functions of a Police Officer, under the guidance of experienced police personnel. Work is performed under the supervision of the Police Sergeant. This position does not supervise.

  • Attends lectures on law enforcement related topics, with a course of study that may include Arizona Revised Statutes, constitutional law, policies and procedures, and crime scene management.
  • Studies material presented in lectures to ensure satisfactory performance in required examinations.
  • Performs police related training tasks such as arrest and control tactics, defensive tactics, firearms proficiency, technical vehicle operation, and emergency response driving.
  • Practices various scenarios related to law enforcement duties; scenarios may include crimes in progress, crime scene management, and other situations they may encounter as Police Officers.
  • Performs aerobic and anaerobic exercises to increase strength and endurance.
  • Participates in physical activities such as running, weightlifting, bodyweight exercises, and other cardiovascular activities.
  • Completes multiple academic exams with a passing score.
  • Completes and passes proficiency evaluations, which may include firearms, driving, and defensive tactics.
  • Completes Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZ POST) Police Officer Physical Agility Test (POPAT) with a passing score.
  • Completes and passes AZ POST comprehensive exam.
  • Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.
  • Applicants must submit their completed application by 01-20-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Be a citizen of the United States
  • Have no felony convictions or drug abuse
  • Applicants for this position will be required to complete a Preliminary Applicant Questionnaire (PAQ) by 5:00 PM on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Valid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver License
  • The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind.
  • Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings.
  • With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years.
  • We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours.
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