Police Officer (Lateral)

Built for the Badge; Queen Creek (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Built for the Badge is posting information for applicants in Arizona. This page describes the application process and confirms the position is safety‑sensitive, requiring a background check and drug/alcohol screening.

Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, completion of a Law Enforcement/Police Academy, or completion of an AZPOST‑certified open enrollment program within the past three years. Applications are reviewed monthly until the position is filled.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of Law Enforcement/Police Academy or AZPOST-certified open enrollment program within the past 3 years.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Law Enforcement/Police Academy

AZPOST-certified open enrollment (past 3 years)

Job description

APPLICATION PROCESS - IMPORTANT INFORMATION - PLEASE READ

This job posting will run continuously until filled. First review of applications will be October 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a monthl

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (at job entry)

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED;
• Completion of a Law Enforcement / Police Academy OR
• Completion of an AZPOST-certified, open enrollment program within the past 3 years;

Special Requirements:

• This position has been identified as a safety-sensitive position by Human Resources, per State and/or Federal Law. Upon conditional offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to undergo testing for alcohol and controlled substances;
• A thorough background investigation will al