Seasoned Peace Officer — Lateral Hire

Mesa Police Department; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 76,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesa Police Department in Mesa, Arizona, is seeking Police Officers for lateral transfers (in-state and out-of-state). This recruitment establishes eligible lists for experienced peace officers and outlines required background, testing, and a Field Training Officer program.

Eligible applicants must have completed AZ POST certification or comparable credentials, meet driver license requirements, and pass background, medical, and psychological evaluations.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED.
• Must have completed an AZ P.O.S.T. academy and must currently be, or have been, AZPOST certified sworn peace officer in good standing.
• Tiered salary available based on sworn peace officer experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine police duties including patrol, investigations, and traffic control.
• Enforce laws, conduct investigations, make arrests, and issue citations.
• Assist with training and evaluation of recruits and specialized assignments as needed.

Skills

AZPOST certified peace officer

Background questionnaire

Field Training Officer program

Job description

Mesa Police Department in Mesa, Arizona, is seeking Police Officers for lateral transfers (in-state and out-of-state). This recruitment establishes eligible lists for experienced peace officers and outlines required background, testing, and a Field Training Officer program.

Eligible applicants must have completed AZ POST certification or comparable credentials, meet driver license requirements, and pass background, medical, and psychological evaluations.