Police Recruit #JR100366

City of Peoria, Arizona; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick leave

Personal Leave

Bereavement Leave

Benefits Presentation 2026

Arizona State Retirement System

Public Safety Retirement System

Deferred Compensation Program

Job summary

The City of Peoria, AZ is seeking Police Recruits to join the Peoria Police Department. This entry-level role trains through the Police Academy while learning the department's operations.

Ideal candidates are 21+, hold a HS diploma, can obtain AZPOST certification, pass background and polygraph, and hold a valid AZ driver's license. Testing dates are scheduled and applicants should prepare.

Qualifications

• Minimum education is a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess or obtain AZPOST certification.
• Must be able to pass a police background check.
• Must be able to pass a polygraph test.
• Must possess or able to obtain a valid AZ Driver's License.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Background check clearance

Polygraph examination

AZPOST certification

AZ Driver's license

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• 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.

Tell Me More…..

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.

Below are the testing dates scheduled for this application period.

Physical and Written Test Date

• Saturday, October 31, 2026 @ 7:00 am

Testing Information

• You are required to visit https://my.azpost.gov to create a profile and complete the AZPOST Personal History Form. You will be required to submit your AZPOST PH User ID Number prior to the testing date.
• Appropriate attire for the entire testing date is physical fitness attire.

Physical Test

• The physical test consists of the following events.
• 1.5 mile run - 14 minutes 40 seconds
• Push-ups in 1 minute - 31
• Sit-ups in 1 minute - 34

If an applicant does not pass the physical but are within 5 push-ups or sit-ups and within 2 minutes of the run, they will be allowed to take the written test. If applicants are not, they will be dismissed from the test and are eligible to retest during our next recruitment.

Physical Test Workout Dates

Though not required, join our staff for a workout to ensure you're physically prepared for not only the test, but also the Academy!

Peoria Police Department

8351 West Cinnabar Avenue

Peoria, AZ 85345

• Saturday, October 10, 2026 @ 6:00 am
• Saturday, October 24, 2026 @ 6:00 am

Written Test

• The written test has a maximum time of 3 hours.

Oral Boards

Applicants that pass the physical and written tests are eligible to be scheduled for an oral board. Dates for the oral board are listed below and may be conducted virtually, if you live out of state.

• Thursday, November 5, 2026

Background Investigations

• Physical Testing
• Written Score
• Veteran's Points
• Oral Board Score

Why Peoria?

Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for.

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.

Get an inside look at the Culture of Peoria

We are PEORIA! Professional, Ethical, Open, Responsive, Innovative, Accountable

Application Process

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.

Benefits

• Paid Holidays (12 days per year)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick leave
• Personal Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Benefits Presentation 2026
• Arizona State Retirement System
• Public Safety Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program