Police Officer - $7,500 Hiring Bonus & Benefits

About This Position Apply for this job if you are AZPOST Certified OR if you are a sworn peace officer outside the State of Arizona with at least one year of experience. The Phoenix Police Department is offering a $7,500 hiring bonus to new Police Officer/Peace Officers. This bonus will be paid in two equal installments: after swearing in as a Phoenix Police Officer and after successful completion of probation. If you are referred by a current city employee, that employee may receive a $2,500 bonus when you are hired and have passed probation. The referring city employee name and employee ID must be specified on the job application at submission for payments to be awarded. Prior to applying, visit to complete your electronic background and receive your AZPOST number for your application. The mission of the Phoenix Police Department is to build and foster strong relationships with the community through outreach and engagement, while upholding the highest standards and the P.R.I.D.E. values (Protection, Responsibility, Integrity, Dedication and Employee Excellence). Police Officers perform general police work to protect life and property through crime prevention and enforcement of laws and ordinances. Successful applicants will be required to complete the City of Phoenix post-academy. To review this process in more detail, click on the link below: Salary Pay Range: $35.75 - $51.84 hourly / $74,360 - $107,827 annually. Hiring Range: $35.75 - $47.23 hourly / $74,360 - $98,238 annually. The Above Comprehensive Benefits Package, Plus Police Officers who meet performance standards are eligible for annual merit step increases up to a maximum base pay of $51.84 hourly, $107,827 annually. Bilingual incentive pay and productivity enhancement pay for qualified officers. Night shift/weekend differential pay. Compensatory time buy back option. Paid court overtime. Benefits A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes: Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions Choice of medical plans (HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP) Monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually Dental, vision, and life insurance options Employer-paid long-term disability Free bus/light rail pass Tuition reimbursement up to $6,500 per year Paid time off including 13.5 holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick/personal days Paid parental leave up to 480 hours (12 weeks) in a 12-month period Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi For more details, visit: Unit 004 Benefits Minimum Qualifications Arizona applicants must have AZPOST certification and be in good standing. Applicants certified in another state must have at least one year of experience as a first responder (excluding academy, administrative and training assignments, or jail detention officer duties). This is a 24-hour per day, 7-day per week operation. Employees work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Vacation and shift assignments are determined by seniority. Requires walking for prolonged periods, including rough or uneven surfaces. Requires working outside in varying environmental conditions (heat, cold, rain, dust). For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, refer to the City job description. Recruitment Dates Recruitment closes June 30, 2026. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on that date. This recruitment may be used by multiple hiring managers and departments to fill current or future vacancies. Other recruitments and eligible lists may be considered. How To Apply Apply online by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume as one document. Include experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible-to-hire list. Resume screening results will be sent to your primary email address. We Are Here To Help Job interviews may be held by video or audio conference. If you need computer resources, free options are available. Arizona at Work offers resume writing, interviewing skills, and career guidance. Explore other employment opportunities with the City of Phoenix. Subscribe to receive email notifications about new opportunities. For assistance applying, contact the HR Connection Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Reference: Police Officer, JC:62210, ID# 58240, 6/1/2026, 12 months, BL, Benefits: 004 Building the Phoenix of tomorrow. #DoWorkThatMakesPhoenixWork City of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Phoenix