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Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is a regionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.

Do you want to be part of a growing university where dedicated Public Safety professionals make a positive impact on our campus every day. If that sounds exciting to you, we want to talk to you. Apply today!

Grand Canyon University’s Police Department is seeking full time Seasonal Police Officers to ensure the safety and security of the GCU campus. The GCU Police Department performs general and specialized police work involving the enforcement of laws and ordinances, crime prevention, and other community services. GCU Police Officers serve a very positive and supportive campus community.

What you will do:

+ Patrols assigned areas of Grand Canyon University owned properties, by automobile, foot or bicycle, for the prevention of crime and enforcement of all applicable criminal, traffic, and liquor laws and City Ordinances.

+ Responds to calls for service involving crimes such as thefts, robberies, assaults, homicides, and narcotics violations. Responds to all calls for service including those that do not involve crimes but are civil or societal issues requested police presence.

+ Secures the scene of a crime; makes arrests; books suspects. Prepares reports to accurately document information.

+ Responds to hazardous materials incidents and traffic accidents; investigates traffic accidents; detects impaired drivers; administers first aid; directs traffic and requests medical assistance.

+ Participate in problem-oriented policing efforts by identifying problem areas, recommending and implementing solutions, and monitoring the results. Handle hostage negotiations; performs suicide prevention interventions; transports mentally ill patients.

+ Serves court orders (e.g., subpoenas), arrest warrants, and mental health orders.

+ Performs other related duties as assigned.

What you need:

+ High school diploma, or equivalent.

+ Minimum of 5 years as a Police Officer. (At the discretion of the Chief, years of service can be waived.)

+ Must have Arizona Post Certification, either active or inactive. Must continuously meet all requirements and standards of AZ POST.

+ Must have valid Arizona Driver’s License and be insurable.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain ACJIS Terminal Operator’s Certification.

+ Must successfully pass a physical exam, polygraph test, psychological assessment, physical agility test, background investigation, and drug test.

+ Ability to work four 10-hour shifts per week; overtime, holiday, weekend and shift work (days, swings or graveyard shifts).

+ Occasional risk includes physical hazards from violent, aggressive and hostile people, a variety of weapons, bodily fluids, sharp objects, traffic, drugs and drug paraphernalia and civil litigation due to performance of duties also creating high stress situations.

+ Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

Why work at GCU:

+ Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan.

+ Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays

+ Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events.

+ Free covered parking

+ We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program

+ Free on-site gyms on campus

+ Option to take 8-10 weeks off during the summer months.

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Posted: 1/8/2025

Job Status: Full Time

Job Reference #: R000058956

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 is scheduled to wide variety of shifts (i.e., day shift, swing shift, night shift, weekends, and holidays).

Starting Salary: $34.52 per hour *Police Officer Recruit Hiring Incentive: For those that are new to the City of Chandler - $3,500 paid in two installments, $1,750 paid upon hire with first paycheck and $1,750 paid upon successful completion of Probation.

Test Date:The following steps are required to participate in the Chandler Police Department physical fitness testing and oral interviews currently scheduled for TBD. If you do not complete the following steps, you will not be allowed to participate in the testing.

Written Examination:After submitting your application, you will be contacted by the City of Chandler, Human Resources Department with complete instructions on how and when to complete the required written examination. The written examination is offered through the National Testing Network (NTN). The NTN offers full testing services for the position of Police Officer Recruit. Here are a few other important items.

After receiving written examination instructions from Human Resources, sign up to take the examination right away. Once you have taken the examination, be sure to share your results with the City of Chandler. Your examination results are good for 12-months; however, if you took the examination previously, you do not need to take it again. All applicants who receive a passing score on the examination, will be placed on the department’s eligibility list.

Upon completion of your scheduled exam, scores are automatically forwarded to City of Chandler Police Department. Candidates who attain a passing score on the entry level exam will be placed on City of Chandler Police Department’s eligibility list. The City of Chandler Police Department will contact candidates on the list and will invite them to participate in further stages of the selection process.

The NTN is a service provided to conduct entry level testing in a standardized, professional environment. The NTN service does not replace the City of Chandler Police Department’s responsibility and decision making in the testing process. All candidate results are provided to City of Chandler Police Department where the final decisions are made.

AZ POST PH Form:After completing and passing the NTN written examination, applicants will be contacted by the City of Chandler, Human Resources Department with complete instructions on how and when to complete the AZPOST PH Form. Applicants are required to submit the AZPOST PH Form and share your Form ID number with Chandler PD. Upon receiving the AZPOST Form, the Chandler Police Department will evaluate the information shared and make decision to invite successful applicants to the physical fitness testing and oral interviews.

If you have any questions about the process, please contact Chandler PD at [email protected].

Hiring Process:

* NeoGov Application Submission
* NTN Test and AZPOST PH Form

Physical Agility Test and Oral Board Interview

* The Oral Board Interview will be the same day as the Physical Agility Test.
* You will be given your time slot after you pass the PT.
* Please reserve this whole day so you can complete both.
* You must pass the PT in order to move on to the Oral Board Interview.
* If you fail the PT, you will be eligible to reapply and test again at a future date.
* Out of State candidates must travel to the City of Chandler to complete the Physical Agility Test and Oral Board Interview – no exceptions

Background Investigation

* eSoph Background Packet Submission (must complete after passing the Physical Agility Test and Oral Board Interview)
* Background Interview
* Polygraph Examination
* Psychological Evaluation
* Medical Examination and Drug Screen
* Interview with Chief of Police

Who we are

The City of Chandler Police Department, consisting of 362 sworn officers and 177 civilians, serves a growing population of close to 287,945 residents. The organization is divided into three main divisions, one bureau, and many sections/units. The Patrol Operations Division consisting of three precincts, 1) Main Station - Downtown & North Chandler, 2) Desert Breeze -West Chandler, and 3) Chandler Heights - South Chandler, work in concert with the Criminal Investigations Division, Operational Support Division, and Professional Services Division to meet the needs of the community. The members of the Chandler Police Department are dedicated to the advancement of community policing and the development of a partnership with our citizens. Our mission is to provide a safe community where people can live, work, and thrive. We are committed to being a world-class leader in law enforcement. We will pursue and engage the best trained, equipped, and committed professionals who demonstrate the highest standards of performance and best policing practices in partnership with the community.

Why work for Chandler?

* Diverse and inclusive environment
* Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays
* 3 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
* 12 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
* Flexible schedule/remote work options (when available)

Minimum Qualifications

* Must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalency; and
* 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; and
* Possess a valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record.

For additional information, please visit the Chandler Police Department careers page.

All applicants must attain a favorable score in each of the examination phases to qualify for the next phase. Human Resources reserves the right to change the process without notification if deemed necessary. This process will take a minimum of two months to complete. Job offers will only be made when positions become available. A register of qualified applicants will be kept for six (6) months should additional vacancies occur.

Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler’s policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city’s Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.

This is a regular full-time position, subject to a 12-month probationary period. A register of qualified candidates will be active for 4 months should another position become available. The City of Chandler will conduct a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and a driving record check as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results. All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.

Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler’s policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city’s Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity.

The examination process may vary if determined necessary.

The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.

CITY OF CHANDLER POLICE DEPARTMENT DISQUALIFIERS The following will disqualify you from consideration as a City of Chandler Police Officer applicant:

* If you are not a United States Citizen.
* If you have not received your high school diploma or GED equivalent.
* If you will not be at least 21 years old at the time of academy graduation.
* If you have any felony conviction in Arizona, or violation in another state that would be considered a felony if committed in Arizona.
* If you have been dishonorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces.
* If you have been previously denied certified peace officer status or had your certified peace officer status revoked or your current certified peace officer status is suspended.
* If you have illegally possessed or used marijuana for any purpose within the past two (2) years
* If you have illegally sold, produced, cultivated, or transported for sale marijuana or other dangerous drugs.
* If you 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.
* 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. Acceptable frequency level to be determined by Police Chief or his designee.

FALSIFICATION, OMISSION, MISREPRESENTATION, OR DECEPTION IN ANY STAGE OF THIS PROCESS WILL RESULT IN YOUR IMMEDIATE REMOVAL FROM CONSIDERATION.

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Salary

$30.82 - $41.30 Hourly

Location

Police Department, AZ

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202500006

Department

Police Department

Opening Date

01/22/2025

Closing Date

6/30/2025 11:59 PM Arizona

FLSA

Non-Exempt

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

General Summary

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Minimum and Preferred Entrance Qualifications

As a Police Officer for the City of Maricopa, you will enjoy premier benefits such as:

$1,600.00 Uniform Allowance + Additional $390.00 for Special Assignments

10 Paid Holidays + 3 Floating Holidays

Paid Vacation Leave starting at 88 Hours per year

Paid Sick Leave up to 120 Hours per year withunlimited accrual

Special Assignment Pay

* School Resource Officer

* Detective

* Traffic

* K-9

Court Overtime

Bi-Lingual Pay

Call Out Pay

Holiday Pay Time & a Half

Off-Duty Employment

Affordable Medical Plans starting at Zero Employee Premium Costs

Affordable Dental & Vision Plans starting at Zero Employee Premium Costs

Telehealth through 98point6

PSPRS Retirement System

Deferred compensation with employer matching up to 2%

Qualified Employer for the Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer Paid Term Life and AD&D Insurance

Short Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account

Free Employee Membership to Copper Sky Multigenerational Center

Wellness Program Incentives

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary Benefits such as: Life Insurance and AETNA Supplemental Plans

01

How many years of experience do you have as a Police Officer?

+ No Experience

+ Less than 2 years

+ 3 years to less than 4 years

+ 4 years to less than 5 years

+ 6 years to less than 7 years

+ 8 years to less than 10 years

+ 10 years or more

02

Which of the following best describes your level of education?

+ High School or G.E.D

+ Some College

+ Associates Degree

+ Bachelors Degree

+ Masters Degree

+ PhD

03

Are you currently or have you been certified as an Arizona Peace Officer through AZPOST?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Have you been convicted of a felony or any offense that would be a felony if committed in AZ.

+ Yes

+ No

05

Have you been dishonorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces?

+ Yes

+ No

06

Have you ever illegally sold, produced, cultivated, or transporting for sale marijuana?

+ Yes

+ No

07

Have you ever illegally sold, produced, cultivated, or transported for sale a dangerous drug or narcotic?

+ Yes

+ No

08

How many times have you ever illegally used Hallucinogens in the past seven (7) years or since you were 21 years of age? All hallucinogens, including peyote, mushrooms, ecstasy, lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), ketamine, mescaline, salvia, and phencyclidine (PCP) will be treated the same

+ None

+ 1 to less than 5 times

+ 5 to less than 10 times

+ 10 times or more

09

How many times have you ever illegally possessed or used a steroid within the three (3) years before appointment as a peace officer .All steroids, including anabolic-androgenic steroids and corticosteroids will be treated the same.

+ None

+ 1 to less than 5 times

+ 5 to less than 10 times

+ 10 times or more

10

How many times have you ever possessed or used Adderall, except as prescribed by a physician, within the three (3) years. All uses of Adderall, except as prescribed by a physician, will be treated the same.

+ None

+ 1 to less than 5 times

+ 5 to less than 10 times

+ 10 or more times

11

Have you ever or do you have a pattern of abuse of any prescription medication; Possession or use for recreational purposes of a prescription medication containing an active ingredient that is a narcotic or dangerous drug is disqualifying.

+ Yes

+ No

12

Have you ever been convicted of or adjudged to have violated traffic regulations governing the movement of vehicles with any frequency within the past three (3) years that indicates a disrespect for traffic laws or a disregard for the safety of others on the highway. This includes DUI.

+ None

+ 1 to less then 3 times in the past year

+ 3 to less then 5 times in the past year

+ 5 to less then 7 times in the past year

+ 7 to less then 10 times in the past year

+ 10 or more times in the past year

+ 1 to less then 3 times in the past 2 years but less than 3 years

+ 3 to less then 5 times in the past 2 years but less than 3 years

+ 5 to less then 7 times in the past 2 years but less than 3 years

+ 7 to less then 10 times in the past 2 years but less than 3 years

+ 10 or more times in the past 2 years but less than 3 years

+ 1 to less then 3 times in the past 3 years but less than 4 years

+ 3 to less then 5 times in the past 3 years but less than 4 years

+ 5 to less then 7 times in the past 3 years but less than 4 years

+ 7 to less then 10 times in the past 3 years but less than 4 years

+ 10 or more times in the past 3 years but less than 4 years

+ 1 to less then 3 times in the past 4 or more years

+ 3 to less then 5 times in the past 4 or more years

+ 5 to less then 7 times in the past 4 or more years

+ 7 to less then 10 times in the past 4 or more years

+ 10 or more times in the past 4 or more years

13

Have you been released from the hiring process by any Arizona law enforcement agency in the last year?

+ Yes

+ No

14

How many times have you legally or illegally used marijuana (excluding CBD products) for any purpose within the past two years?

+ None

+ 1 to less than 3 times

+ 3 to less than 5 times

+ 5 times or more

15

Have you previously been denied certified status, have certified status revoked, or have current certified status suspended?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

City of Maricopa

Address

39700 West Civic Center Plaza

Maricopa, Arizona, 85138

Phone

520-316-6805

Website
http://www.maricopa-az.gov

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Police Officer Recruit

Salary

$29.35 - $41.30 Hourly

Location

Police Department, AZ

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202500005

Department

Police Department

Opening Date

01/22/2025

Closing Date

6/30/2025 11:59 PM Arizona

FLSA

Non-Exempt

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

General Summary

Apply Today! Next Testing will be held on Saturday, February 22nd, 2025!

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Minimum and Preferred Entrance Qualifications

As a Police Officer for the City of Maricopa, you will enjoy premier benefits such as:

$1,600.00 Uniform Allowance + Additional $390.00 for Special Assignments

10 Paid Holidays + 3 Floating Holidays

Paid Vacation Leave starting at 88 Hours per year

Paid Sick Leave up to 120 Hours per year withunlimited accrual

Special Assignment Pay

* School Resource Officer

* Detective

* Traffic

* K-9

Court Overtime

Bi-Lingual Pay

Call Out Pay

Holiday Pay Time & a Half

Off-Duty Employment

Affordable Medical Plans starting at Zero Employee Premium Costs

Affordable Dental & Vision Plans starting at Zero Employee Premium Costs

Telehealth through 98point6

PSPRS Retirement System

Deferred compensation with employer matching up to 2%

Qualified Employer for the Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer Paid Term Life and AD&D Insurance

Short Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account

Free Employee Membership to Copper Sky Multigenerational Center

Wellness Program Incentives

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary Benefits such as: Life Insurance and AETNA Supplemental Plans

01

Are you a U.S. citizen or U.S. National (born in U.S. Territory)?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Are you at least 21 years of age, or will you be at least 21 years of age at the time you graduate from the academy?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Have you been convicted of a felony or any offense that would be a felony if committed in AZ.

+ Yes

+ No

05

Have you been dishonorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces?

+ Yes

+ No

06

Have you ever illegally sold, produced, cultivated, or transporting for sale marijuana?

+ Yes

+ No

07

Have you ever illegally sold, produced, cultivated, or transported for sale a dangerous drug or narcotic?

+ Yes

+ No

08

How many times have you ever illegally used Hallucinogens in the past seven (7) years or since you were 21 years of age? All hallucinogens, including peyote, mushrooms, ecstasy, lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), ketamine, mescaline, salvia, and phencyclidine (PCP) will be treated the same

+ None

+ 1 to less than 5 times

+ 5 to less than 10 times

+ 10 times or more

09

How many times have you ever illegally possessed or used a steroid within the three (3) years before appointment as a peace officer .All steroids, including anabolic-androgenic steroids and corticosteroids will be treated the same.

+ None

+ 1 to less than 5 times

+ 5 to less than 10 times

+ 10 times or more

10

How many times have you ever possessed or used Adderall, except as prescribed by a physician, within the three (3) years. All uses of Adderall, except as prescribed by a physician, will be treated the same.

+ None

+ 1 to less than 5 times

+ 5 to less than 10 times

+ 10 or more times

11

Have you ever or do you have a pattern of abuse of any prescription medication; Possession or use for recreational purposes of a prescription medication containing an active ingredient that is a narcotic or dangerous drug is disqualifying.

+ Yes

+ No

12

Have you ever been convicted of or adjudged to have violated traffic regulations governing the movement of vehicles with any frequency within the past three (3) years that indicates a disrespect for traffic laws or a disregard for the safety of others on the highway. This includes DUI.

+ None

+ 1 to less then 3 times in the past year

+ 3 to less then 5 times in the past year

+ 5 to less then 7 times in the past year

+ 7 to less then 10 times in the past year

+ 10 or more times in the past year

+ 1 to less then 3 times in the past 2 years but less than 3 years

+ 3 to less then 5 times in the past 2 years but less than 3 years

+ 5 to less then 7 times in the past 2 years but less than 3 years

+ 7 to less then 10 times in the past 2 years but less than 3 years

+ 10 or more times in the past 2 years but less than 3 years

+ 1 to less then 3 times in the past 3 years but less than 4 years

+ 3 to less then 5 times in the past 3 years but less than 4 years

+ 5 to less then 7 times in the past 3 years but less than 4 years

+ 7 to less then 10 times in the past 3 years but less than 4 years

+ 10 or more times in the past 3 years but less than 4 years

+ 1 to less then 3 times in the past 4 or more years

+ 3 to less then 5 times in the past 4 or more years

+ 5 to less then 7 times in the past 4 or more years

+ 7 to less then 10 times in the past 4 or more years

+ 10 or more times in the past 4 or more years

13

Have you been released from the hiring process by any Arizona law enforcement agency in the last year?

+ Yes

+ No

14

How many times have you legally or illegally used marijuana (excluding CBD products) for any purpose within the past two years?

+ None

+ 1 to less than 3 times

+ 3 to less than 5 times

+ 5 times or more

15

Have you previously been denied certified status, have certified status revoked, or have current certified status suspended?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

City of Maricopa

Address

39700 West Civic Center Plaza

Maricopa, Arizona, 85138

Phone

520-316-6805

Website
http://www.maricopa-az.gov

Apply

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This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future Trooper Trainee positions throughout the state. This classification is designated as uncovered, and incumbents serve at the will of the Arizona Department of Public Safety Director.

Applicants meeting the qualifications will be emailed an invitation with additional testing information. Those successfully completing all portions of the testing process will be placed on a list which will be used to fill current and future vacancies.

Trooper Trainees are assigned throughout the state to Highway Patrol Division offices where they complete orientation and training, and perform a wide variety of functions and work. Trooper Trainee positions are designed to prepare prospective candidates to be a Cadet State Trooper with the Arizona Department of Public Safety. Applicants must pass a written and physical fitness examination and demonstrate they have the ability to prepare to be a State Trooper. Trooper Trainees will complete regular physical fitness training and tests, assist with traffic operations, complete administrative work, perform research and special projects, and be considered for advanced training that benefits them and the Department. This classification is designed for those between the ages of 18 and 20 years 6 months, who otherwise meet the requirements to be a Cadet State Trooper. Performs related duties as assigned.

This recruitment may close without notice.
Essential Functions (not intended to be all inclusive)
Assists Department employees in performing a wide variety of assignments in support of administrative and operational assignments/functions based on the needs of the assigned area.
Performs research and prepares reports on assigned topics.
Completes scheduled physical and academic training and testing in preparation for attendance of the State Trooper Academy as a Cadet State Trooper.
Performs special projects or assignments as directed.
Completes specialty training and performs specialty functions as directed by the Department in direct support of its mission.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
KNOWLEDGE OF:

business English, spelling, grammar, and punctuation required to produce and proofread simple written documents.
SKILL IN:
the use and operation of a passenger vehicle.
the use of a computer keyboard device.
ABILITY TO:
work independently and as part of a team.
establish and maintain effective professional relationships.
communicate orally and in writing to present information in a logical and understandable format.
work within stringent deadlines to complete work assignments.
adapt to changing priorities and assignments.
adhere to established policy and laws and use good judgement in safeguarding confidential or sensitive information.
work any hours including weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, callouts, and overtime.
perform the physical requirements of the work (e.g., run and/or jump over rough terrain and obstacles; push or pull heavy objects and apply force with upper and lower body; reach, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and turn, etc.).
perform work for extended periods of time in environments of extreme heat or cold, or wet conditions.
operate a two-way radio to communicate with dispatchers during routine and emergency situations.
work effectively under stressful and hazardous conditions to respond to highway emergencies.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be a U.S. citizen and a high school graduate or have a GED. Must be at least 18 years of age at the starting date of employment. By the starting date, must be a resident of the state of Arizona and possess a valid Arizona driver license.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must obtain ACJIS Terminal Operator Certification within six months of hire and maintain certification throughout the course of this assignment with the Department.
Holidays, weekends, and shift work may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Primarily office setting.
Availability to work irregular hours and/or respond to emergency callouts on a 24-hour basis.
Ability to travel extensively throughout the State.
May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, or bodily fluids.

Must successfully complete the examination process.

A trooper is a fully certified law enforcement officer who, under supervision, patrols highways, enforces laws and ordinances, investigates collisions, and performs related duties.

Benefits include a take home car, medical, dental, vision, and tuition reimbursement. Annual Salary is $65,382-$91,601 and you will receive a yearly increase to your salary.

Since Troopers are assigned statewide duties however, applicants may request up to three duty assignment locations (city/town/county or patrol district) for consideration by the Department.

Applicants may list these (up to three) requested duty assignment locations in their online application, or enter the word "anywhere" on their online application if they do not have a preference. You will know where you are placed to work by the time you leave the Academy. The Department will do its best to work with applicants and their families to assign the applicant to one of their requested duty assignments, but ultimately the staffing allocation needs of the Department is the deciding factor. Many of the Highway Patrol districts and areas have unique residency requirements.

Should you have any questions regarding duty assignments or residency requirements, please contact a Recruiter at [email protected] or follow us on Instagram at @azdps_recruiting to find out more.

Positions available for State Trooper throughout Arizona. Qualifications are age 20 1/2 by the start of basic academy training, high school diploma or GED, US citizen, no felony convictions. Ideal candidate will be someone who wants to serve their state and community as a certified peace office for the Arizona Department of Public Safety with a focus on traffic law enforcement, collision investigations, and helping citizens traveling state highways in many other capacities.

Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a SUPERVISORY POLICE OFFICER T32, Position Description Number PDD2264000and is part of the AZ 161st Air Refueling Wing, National Guard. Responsibilities This position is located in Phoenix, Arizona with the 161st ARW. This is an Air National Guard (ANG) Dual Status (DS) Technician position requiring military membership, compatible military skill assignment, and classification. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a first level supervisor and/or flight chief, providing planning, directing, organizing, and exercising control over nonsupervisory employees assigned to the Security Forces Flight. THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Military Grades: E-5/SSgt to E-7/MSgt Compatible Military Assignments: 3P0X1 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess 1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level experience that provided knowledge of a body of basic laws and regulations, law enforcement operations, practices, and techniques and involved responsibility for maintaining order and protecting life and property. Creditable specialized experience may have been gained in work on a police force; through service as a military police officer; in work providing visitor protection and law enforcement in parks, forests, or other natural resource or recreational environments; in performing criminal investigative duties; or in other work that provided the required knowledge and skills. Supervisory positions must possess experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel. Education You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position. Additional Information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a SUPERVISORY POLICE OFFICER T32, Position Description Number PDD2264000and is part of the AZ 161st Air Refueling Wing, National Guard. Responsibilities This position is located in Phoenix, Arizona with the 161st ARW. This is an Air National Guard (ANG) Dual Status (DS) Technician position requiring military membership, compatible military skill assignment, and classification. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a first level supervisor and/or flight chief, providing planning, directing, organizing, and exercising control over nonsupervisory employees assigned to the Security Forces Flight. THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Military Grades: E-5/SSgt to E-7/MSgt Compatible Military Assignments: 3P0X1 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess 1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level experience that provided knowledge of a body of basic laws and regulations, law enforcement operations, practices, and techniques and involved responsibility for maintaining order and protecting life and property. Creditable specialized experience may have been gained in work on a police force; through service as a military police officer; in work providing visitor protection and law enforcement in parks, forests, or other natural resource or recreational environments; in performing criminal investigative duties; or in other work that provided the required knowledge and skills. Supervisory positions must possess experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel. Education You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position. Additional Information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

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Lateral Police Officer

Salary

$34.57 - $48.66 Hourly

Location

AZ, AZ

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

25-0108

Department

POLICE DEPARTMENT

Opening Date

11/04/2024

Closing Date

1/31/2025 11:59 PM Arizona

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We Are Seeking

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE ENTIRE JOB BULLETIN FOR INFORMATION REGARDING TESTING REQUIREMENTS.

Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of an Experienced Lateral Police Officer. The Police Officer reports to a Police Sergeant. The primary function of this position is to perform general and specialized law enforcement work to preserve public peace and protect lives, property and the rights of the public and enforce statutory law and municipal ordinances. The work involves patrolling streets and neighborhoods to deter crime and apprehend or arrest violators or suspects, responding to calls for law enforcement assistance and gathering information for criminal investigations.

At Team Gilbert, we hire outcome-oriented problem-solvers who love what they do! We are currently hiring for the following positions, please find the minimum qualifications for an Experienced Lateral Officer include:

+ High School Diploma or GED.

+ Valid Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Certification (or ability to obtain one through the AZPOST Waiver process for out of state Lateral Candidates).

+ 3 years of experience in a full-time sworn peace officer position by time of hire.

This position is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation.

About You

Ideal candidates for the position will effectively exceed customer needs by building productive relationships, and taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty. You actively participate as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals and produce quality outcomes. You are committed to our safety philosophy, and you take great pride in proactively managing time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently while accomplishing objectives and achieving goals beyond what is required.

The Town reserves the right to consider only the most highly qualified applicants. An eligibility list will be created and will remain active for six months. While the eligibility list remains active, you may be contacted to complete some or all of the following: extensive background check, polygraph examination, psychological examination, pre-employment medical examination and drug screen. This process is typically completed within three to five months.

POLICE OFFICER - TESTING INFORMATION

Prior to Submitting your application, all applicants MUST:

Complete the online Arizona POST Personal History Form (Click HERE) (https://azpost.okta.com/)

Enter your Arizona POST Form ID in Question 5

Email Communications:

The Gilbert Police Department will communicate important testing information to applicants via email. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure they provide their accurate email address information on their application.

Please do not call the Gilbert Police Department for your results.

Why Team Gilbert?

Gilbert’s Mission: Anticipate. Create. Help People

Our Values: DRIVEN, KIND, BOLD, HUMBLE

Awards: (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/about-us/team-gilbert/awards-accolades) We are proud of these achievements and continue to work hard to make Gilbert the best place to live, work and play.

We Are Here to Help!

Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Town of Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes self-funded medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! Click Here (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/home/showdocument?id=42978&t=637793142009536761) to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance.

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Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application. Be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all the information requested in these supplemental questions will disqualify you from further consideration, so please be thorough in answering the questions. Please indicate whether you accept these terms by checking the appropriate response below.

+ Yes

+ No

02

In order to qualify as a lateral police/peace officer, applicants must have three (3) years of experience as a full-time certified police/peace officer working for a public law enforcement agency. Will you have 3 years of experience as a full-time sworn peace/police officer by time of hire?

+ Yes

+ No

03

The three (3) years of experience begins on the date peace/officer certification is achieved while working for a public law enforcement agency. Basic police academy time is not included in the lateral experience credit. Does your three years of police/peace officer experience meet this criterion?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Have you thoroughly reviewed the "Background Guidelines and Disqualifiers" page at www.GilbertAZ.gov/JoinGPD prior to answering the following questions?

+ Yes

+ No

05

Per the instructions in the posting, enter your Arizona POST Personal History Form ID number below. If you have not yet completed your Arizona POST Personal History Form, please do so prior to submitting your application.

06

Are you a citizen of the United States of America, or do you have the ability to obtain your United States of America citizenship prior to being appointed or attending the police academy?

+ Yes

+ No

07

Do you possess a high school diploma or G.E.D.?

+ Yes

+ No

08

Have you been dishonorably discharged from any branch of the United States Armed Services?

+ Yes

+ No

09

Have you ever been convicted of a crime related to domestic violence?

+ Yes

+ No

10

Have you ever been convicted of a felony or convicted of a crime that would be considered a felony in Arizona?

+ Yes

+ No

11

Have you personally possessed or used marijuana within the past two (2) years, or at any point while appointed as a peace officer? - It is not a disqualifier if those activities occurred while employed for a licensed dispensary and in the scope of employment duties. - This includes products derived from marijuana if they contain more than 0.3% tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). - This does not include Cannabidiol (CBD) products containing less than 0.3% tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).

+ Yes

+ No

12

Have you illegally used any steroids within the past three (3) years, or at any point while appointed as a peace officer?

+ Yes

+ No

13

Have you illegally used Adderall within the past three (3) years, or at any point while appointed as a peace officer?

+ Yes

+ No

14

Have you ever illegally sold, produced, cultivated, or transported any dangerous drugs, narcotics, hallucinogens, or prescription drugs?

+ Yes

+ No

15

Have you illegally used any dangerous drugs, narcotics, hallucinogens, or prescription drugs within the past seven (7) years, or at any point as a peace officer?

+ Yes

+ No

16

Have you illegally used dangerous drugs, narcotics, hallucinogens, or prescription drugs more than five (5) times in your lifetime? (Five (5) total times in all categories combined, not five (5) per category.)

+ Yes

+ No

17

Have you illegally used dangerous drugs, narcotics, hallucinogens, or prescription drugs more than one (1) time after the age of 21? (One (1) total time in all categories combined, not one per category.)

+ Yes

+ No

18

Please select the initial reason for your interest and application to the Gilbert Police Department.

+ Gilbert Police Department employee referral

+ Other referral

+ Other interaction with police employee

+ Social media post or advertisement

+ Online job website search

+ Virtual recruitment event

+ In-person recruitment or community event

+ Poster or other printed media

+ Billboard

+ Other

19

Provide any specific details from your previous response. (Date, location, name, etc.)

20

The following question is strictly confidential and will not be made part of your application for employment. Preference Status per Arizona Revised Statute 38-492 (select all that apply):

+ Veteran

+ Disabled Veteran

+ Veteran's Spouse/Surviving Spouse

+ Disabled Person

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Town of Gilbert

Address

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Website
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