Lateral Special Victim Unit Detective

City of Peoria, Arizona; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Peoria, AZ is seeking highly motivated, certified individuals for a full-time Special Victims Unit Detective position in the Police Department. Lateral transfers and prior SVU experience are valued; background screening will follow interview steps.

Seasoned detectives may earn PTO through the department's Leave program, and assignments include typical SVU duties with potential patrol rotation and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be actively certified as a police officer.
• SVU Detective experience and sex crime investigation preferred.
• Candidates should have worked as a Detective in the last five years.

Responsibilities

• As an SVU Detective, investigate child and/or adult sex crimes.
• Participate in background investigations and interviews.
• Assist with staffing shortages and patrol assignments as needed.

Skills

SVU Detective experience

Certified police officer

Sex crime investigation

Job description

Application Deadline:

September 27, 2026

Salary Range:

Min $35.67 - Mid $42.93 - Max $50.19

To view all salary ranges for the City of Peoria, please click here.

Department:

Police

Minimum Requirements:

Tell me more…..

The Peoria Police Department is seeking highly motivated individuals, who are already certified, to work for the City of Peoria as full time Special Victim Unit (SVU) Detectives. Qualified applicants will be contacted on an individual basis to schedule appointments for the background investigation.Also, lateral, full-time Police Officers have the ability to earn paid time off (up to 80 hours) based on previous experience in the same job function through our Award Leave program, if eligible.

Eligibility

Applicants must have worked at least three of the last five years as a Detective. Experience working as an SVU Detective, investigating child and/or adult sex crimes is highly preferred, but not required.

Selection Process

• Oral Board Interview: An assessment of the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and suitability for the role.

• Tabletop Exercise: A scenario-based evaluation conducted following the oral board interview to assess decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Detective and Field Training

Employees must successfully complete the following training to qualify them for a solo assignment as an SVU Detective.

• Detective FTO (SVU): Specialized training focusing on case management, investigative techniques, victim advocacy, interview methods, and SVU-specific procedures.

• Patrol FTO: Abbreviated training to establish familiarity with departmental policies, patrol procedures, and operational standards.

Failure to successfully complete the Detective FTO phase will result in reassignment to Patrol, requiring completion of the entire Patrol FTO program. If not successful in the entire Patrol FTO program, it will result in termination of employment during the probationary period.

Probationary Period

Employees are subject to a one-year probationary period. After probation, if an employee’s performance as an SVU Detective does not "Meet Standards", they will be reassigned to Patrol.

Assignment Details

• SVU Detectives currently work either Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday, normally 0700 to 1700.

• On-call assignments currently average one week per month.

All Detectives are currently required to assist with filling staffing shortages in Patrol. Assignments are based on Department seniority and require Detectives to work occasional overtime shifts in Patrol.

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Why Peoria?

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.

About Peoria

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 #PeoriaisthePlace for you!

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Application Process:

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 [e-mail] or 623-773-7100.

An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency.

Peoria es una Agencia de Igualdad de Oportunidad de Empleo.