Police Recruit

Police Recruit

The City of Peoria, AZ is seeking a Police Recruit for its Police Department. This is a full-time position with a salary of $32.28 hourly. The location is 8351 West Cinnabar Avenue, Peoria, AZ 85345.

Education and Experience:

• At least 21 years old by time of academy graduation
• Possess a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Be able to pass a police background check
• Be able to pass a polygraph test
• Be able to obtain an AZPOST certification
• Possess or able to obtain a valid AZ Driver's License.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for law enforcement and making a positive impact on the community, as well as committed to teamwork and delivering excellent customer service. The Police Recruit position within the Police Department performs the following tasks:

• Learn operations of the Police Department first-hand through observation and participation in a wide variety of police activities.
• Serve in a training capacity while attending the Police Academy.

Testing dates for this application period are as follows:

• Physical and Written Test Dates:
• Thursday, June 11, 2026
• Wednesday, July 8, 2026
• Saturday, August 1, 2026
• Oral Boards:
• Wednesday, June 17, 2026
• Wednesday, July 15, 2026
• Thursday, August 6, 2026

If you are unable to attend one of the listed test dates, you may be eligible to complete the testing at another time, please email View email address on click.appcast.io to request an alternative date.

To view the full job description, work environment and physical demands, click here.

Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for. Take a look at the great benefits offered to eligible employees: Click here to view benefits offered.

The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria.

If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then Peoria is the place for you!

Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone.

During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.

An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. Peoria es una Agencia de Igualdad de Oportunidad de Empleo.