Police Recruit

City of El Mirage•Police Department - 12401 W. Cinnabar Ave. El Mirage, AZ

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Would you like to relocate, start fresh at a new department, seek new challenges, or increase your balance with work and family? The City of El Mirage offers a rare environment, a hidden gem in a career field that’s constantly evolving. We are seeking recruits who are proactive, community-minded, and want to gain experience and make a difference. El Mirage is located close to activities, sports, and entertainment and has a lower cost of living. It’s been said that you must see it and feel it, not just hear it. Come ride along with one of our officers to see the family environment in our department and feel the support from our community. We value our relationship with the community and enjoy strong support from the residents, city council, and city management. We have a modern police facility, a fleet of new vehicles, an on-site gym, up-to-date equipment, and the latest in technology. We will provide you with the training, experience, and tools to work efficiently and be the best you can be! We are a true family of officers and professional staff and value the talent and contributions of each individual member. Within our department, you are not just a number or a face in the crowd. We will get to know you, support you, and offer you the opportunity to make a real difference in our community. Growth opportunities and special assignments such as field training officer, motor officer, K-9 handler, detective, school resource officer, and task forces are available, along with opportunities for a variety of skill sets. The City reserves the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised date if we receive sufficient applications for the position. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Requirements

Be a United States citizen.
Be at least 21 years of age before academy graduation.
Be a high school graduate or have completed a General Education Development (GED) examination.
High school diploma from a state-recognized school, or GED certificate, or Homeschool diploma/certificate recognized as equivalent to a high school diploma, or Arizona private school diploma or completion certificate with administrator verification, or Degree from a U.S. Department of Education–accredited college or university.
Arizona Class D Driver’s License.
AZPOST certification within the time specified by the Police Chief after hire.
Been convicted of a felony or any offense that would be a felony if committed in Arizona.
Been convicted of or adjudged to have violated traffic regulations governing the movement of vehicles with a frequency within the past three years that indicates a disrespect for traffic laws or a disregard for the safety of other persons on the highway.
Been dishonorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces.
Been previously denied certified status, have certified status revoked, or have current certified status suspended, or have voluntarily surrendered certified status in lieu of possible disciplinary action in Arizona or any other state.
Have illegally possessed, produced, cultivated, or transported marijuana for sale or sold marijuana.
Have illegally possessed or used marijuana for any purpose within the past six (6) months. This includes all forms of marijuana, including THC extracts, cannabis, hashish, marijuana extracts, and marijuana edibles.
Have ever illegally used marijuana other than for experimentation.
Have illegally possessed, produced, cultivated, or transported a dangerous drug, hallucinogens, or narcotics for sale or sold dangerous drugs, hallucinogens, or narcotics.
Have illegally used a dangerous drug, hallucinogen, or narcotic for any purpose within the past seven years. This includes dangerous drugs, hallucinogens, and narcotics, including methamphetamine, amphetamine, speed, spice, bath salts, peyote, mushrooms, ecstasy, lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), ketamine, mescaline, salvia, phencyclidine (PCP), cocaine, heroin, and opioids.
Have ever illegally used a dangerous drug, hallucinogen, or narcotic other than for experimentation.
Have illegally possessed or used anabolic-androgenic or corticosteroid steroids for any purpose within the past three years.
Have illegally possessed or used Adderall, except as prescribed by a physician, within the past three years.
Have a pattern of abuse of prescription medication.
Have ever illegally used any of the above-listed prohibited drugs while employed or appointed as a peace officer.

Nice To Haves

Growth opportunities and special assignments such as field training officer, motor officer, K-9 handler, detective, school resource officer, and task forces are available, along with opportunities for a variety of skill sets.

Responsibilities

Learns the operations of the Police Department through observation and participation in a wide variety of police activities.
Attends the Police Training Academy and meets all standards.
Assists with patrol under close supervision.
Learns the coordination and conduct of investigatory work.
Responds to calls under close supervision.
Learns the methods of securing scenes of crime, administering first aid, conducting arrests, and preparing detailed reports.
Learns skills relevant to providing testimony as a witness in court.
Operates a motor vehicle.
Performs related work as assigned.