Sworn
At the Peoria Police Department, we are committing to serving our community with honesty and respect. Our police officers work hard to keep people safe, protect property, and help everyone feel secure. We build trust by staying active in the community and being honest with people. We fix problems early, so Peoria stays a great place to live, work, and visit.
Police Recruit
Salary: $33.97/Hour
($70,660 annually)
Assist in law enforcement and crime prevention work in a training capacity.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision & More
- Paid Holidays (12 days per year)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick leave
- Personal Leave
- Bereavement Leave
- Wellness Program
You can find a full list of benefits offered on the Peoria City website.
Hiring Process
- Submit an Application
- Invitation to the Test
- Attend Testing
- Polygraph and Background Investigation
- Interview with the Chief of Police
- Conditional Job Offer
- AZPOST Medical Examination
- Psychological Screening
- Final Job Offer
Learn more about the Police Recruit hiring process.
Minimum Qualifications
- Be able to pass a police background check, to include polygraph, AZPOST medical, and psychological
- At least 21 years old by time of academy graduation
- Possess a High School Diploma or equivalent
- Possess or able to obtain a valid AZ Driver’s License
Lateral Transfer
Coming from California, Nick discovered that his law enforcement career reached new heights when he took a lateral position at the Peoria Police Department. Not only has Peoria enhanced his professional journey, but it’s also provided a better quality of life outside of work. Nick’s passion for high-level police work continues to thrive, particularly with his role on the SWAT team, where he’s able to take on new challenges and further develop his skills.
Lateral Officer
Salary: $35.67 – $50.19/Hour
($74,193 – $104,395 annually)
Perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; patrol an assigned area for the prevention of crime and the maintenance of law and order; perform investigative work and other special assignments; and, perform a variety of technical law enforcement tasks.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision & More
- Paid Holidays (12 days per year)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick leave
- Personal Leave
- Bereavement Leave
- Wellness Program
You can find a full list of benefits offered on the Peoria City website.
Hiring Process
1. Submit an Application
2. Command Staff Interview
- May be conducted in person or virtually
**Out of State Lateral Applicants can complete Steps 3 through 8 in one trip to Arizona, spanning approximately three days***
3. Polygraph and Background Investigation
4. Interview with the Chief of Police
5. Conditional Job Offer
6. AZPOST Medical Examination
7. Psychological Screening
8. Final Job Offer
Learn more about the Lateral Officer hiring process.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must be one of the following to be eligible for a lateral transfer
- AZPOST Certified
- Graduated from a Peace Officer Standards and Training Academy and worked for at least one year as a peace officer
- Graduated from a federal law enforcement academy, who’s academy was substantially comparable to Arizona Academy standards, and worked for at least one year as a law enforcement officer
Hiring Bonus:
for in and out of state lateral officers
