Lateral Police Officer

Town-of-Gilbert; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

All Gear Provided

Overtime Eligibility

Strong Support System

Modern Technology & Tools

Career Growth & Specialized Units

Wellness & Mental Health Support

Job summary

The Town of Gilbert invites qualified candidates to apply for the Lateral Police Officer role. The officer will patrol, deter crime, and respond to calls, while gathering information for investigations and enforcing laws.

Applicants must meet Arizona POST/AZPOST academy criteria. The role operates on a 24/7 shift schedule and is non-exempt with overtime eligibility, reflecting the department's commitment to public safety and responsiveness.

Qualifications

• Arizona In-State Lateral Officer eligibility requires being an Arizona State-Certified Police Officer or AZPOST academy graduate within the last three years.
• Out-of-State Lateral Officer requires at least 2080 hours as a sworn officer after academy and a waiver exam.

Responsibilities

• Patrols streets and neighborhoods to deter crime and apprehend violators.
• Responds to law enforcement calls and assists in investigations.
• Gathers information for criminal investigations and supports public safety.

Education

AZPOST/State Police Academy requirement

Job description

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.

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.

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.

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

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.