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City of Peoria, AZ lists this Police Recruit opportunity in peoria, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Police RecruitApplication Deadline: October 25, 2026Salary Range: Min $33.97 - Mid $33.97 - Max $33.97Department: PoliceMinimum Requirements:Education and Experience:At least 21 years old by time of academy graduationPossess a High School Diploma or equivalentBe able to pass a police background checkBe able to pass a polygraph testBe able to obtain an AZPOST certificationPossess or able to obtain a valid AZ Driver's License.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 amTesting Information:Below is information about the testing process.You are required to visit 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 secondsPush-ups in 1 minute – 31Sit-ups in 1 minute – 34If 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:Saturday, October 10, 2026 @ 6:00 amSaturday, October 24, 2026 @ 6:00 amWritten 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, 2026Background Investigations:Applicants will be scored based on the following criteria. After each testing date, the applicants will be ranked and backgrounds will be processed in rank order.Physical TestingWritten ScoreVeteran's PointsOral Board ScoreTo view the full job description, work environment and physical demands, click here.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 Peoria is the place for you!Get an inside look at the Culture of Peoria:We are PEORIA!Professional, Ethical, Open, Responsive, Innovative, AccountableApplication 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 or .An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency.Peoria es una Agencia de Igualdad de Oportunidad de Empleo.
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peoria, AZ, 85383, US
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