Lateral Police Officer

Salary: $37.60 - $52.90 Hourly
Location : Gilbert, AZ, AZ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 27-0088
Department: POLICE DEPARTMENT
Opening Date: 10/01/2026
Closing Date: 11/30/2026 11:59 PM Arizona


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 a 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 t he minimum qualifications for a Lateral Officer include :

Arizona Lateral Officer :

• In order to apply as an Arizona In-State Lateral Officer, you must either: be (or have been) employed as an Arizona State-Certified Police Officer or have graduated from an AZPOST academy within the last three years.

Out-of-State Lateral Officer :

• You worked in a full-time sworn peace officer capacity for at least 2080 hours after graduating from a state-certified law enforcement academy. (Academy training time does not count toward the 2080-hour requirement)
• You will have to submit a waiver of training and will have to pass an Arizona POST waiver examination. (Arizona POST Rule R13-4-110D)

Heads up: this role operates on a 24/7 shift schedule, so flexibility is key; you may be scheduled for nights, weekends, or holidays based on our department's needs. We know that's a big ask, and we're glad to answer any questions about scheduling during the hiring process!

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)
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?
WHAT WE OFFER:

• All Gear Provided : From uniforms to equipment, we've got you covered. No out-of-pocket expenses or uniform allowances-just show up ready to serve
• Competitive Pay + Overtime Eligibility : This position is FLSA non-exempt, meaning you're eligible for overtime compensation
• Strong Support System : You'll be backed by a department that values integrity, innovation, and community connection
• Modern Technology & Resources : We equip our officers with cutting-edge tools and systems to enhance safety, efficiency, and communication
• Career Growth & Specialized Units : From K-9 to SWAT to Investigations, we offer pathways to explore your interests and advance your career
• Wellness & Mental Health Support : We prioritize your well-being with access to peer support, mental health resources, and wellness programs

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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 View phone number on click.appcast.io. 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.
Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance, or visit our website to see our
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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.

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• No

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Have you thoroughly reviewed the "Background Guidelines and Disqualifiers" page at prior to answering the following questions?

• Yes
• No

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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.
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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

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

• Yes
• No

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

• Yes
• No

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

• Yes
• No

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

• Yes
• No

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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

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

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• No

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

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• No

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

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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?

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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.)

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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

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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

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