Phoenix Police Department Hiring

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 Police Officer Recruit

Phoenix Police Department is currently hiring see instructions below!

POLICE UPDATE NOTICE

EXAM NOTICES:

Written Exam

For those applicants who meet the Minimum quali​fications register for the written exam at Apply online​.

The written exam will be administered on the following dates:

  • Friday, July 14, 2017 at 1:00 PM
  • Saturday, July 29, 2017 at 8:00 AM
  • Friday, August 18, 2017 at 1:00 PM

Registered applicants will receive an email confirmation with test location and further information. 

Physical Agility Test

For those applicants who have passed the written test the following dates are available for the Physical Agility Test.

  • Saturday, July 15, 2017 at 6:30 AM
  • Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 6:30 AM
  • Saturday, September 16, 2017 at 7:00 AM

Police Officers

​How to Start Your Career with the Phoenix Police Department 

STEP 1:  Apply Online

STEP 2:  The Written Test

Qualified applicants will receive a letter inviting them to the written test.   Note:  Applicants will not be admitted to the test without a photo ID.

STEP 3:  Physical Agility Assessment
Offered only to those who successfully pass the written test.  The test will be administered at the Arizona Law Enforcement Academy.

 

STEP 4:  Background Questionnaire Investigation & Interview
The AZPOST background packet is given to those who successfully complete both the written and physical agility assessments.  The packet must be completed by the applicant and returned to the Personnel and Employee Development Bureau for review.  Qualified applicants are contacted a short time later (1-4 weeks) to set-up the initial interview.  Applicants will now be required to bring a completed resume to their first interview.​

620 West Washington St., Suite #107
Phoenix, AZ 85003

 

STEP 5: Polygraph Examination
Applicants will be given a polygraph examination (lie detector test) administered by a trained, professional examiner. The test will confirm information noted on the applicant's background investigation packet.

STEP 6:  Psychological Test
Applicants will be evaluated by a licensed psychologist.

STEP 7:  Medical Examination
Applicants will undergo a complete medical examination given by a licensed physician.

STEP 8:  Controlled Substance Screening
Applicants will be required to submit to a urinalysis at some point in the hiring process.

Contact Informa​​​tion

Phone: 602-534-COPS (2677)​​​​​​​

 

 Other Career Opportunities

Police Communications Operator

Now Hiring!

The Phoenix Police Department is now hiring for the position of Police Communications Operator with multiple openings available. To learn more about this rewarding job visit the Communications Overview Page​ where you will find application and testing information, plus more about the job. 

Questions?  Call us Monday-Friday, 7:00am to 3:00pm at
(602) 534-1301 or email us at communicationstraining.ppd@phoenix.gov​.


​Volunteer your Time with Us

Reserve Program Information

The Reserve Bureau is seeking community-minded men and women who will continue with their chosen careers, while volunteering to serve and protect our community as part-time and full-authority police officers. To find out more visit the Phoenix Police Reserve website.

COPS Volunteers

C.O.P.S. is a volunteer organization dedicated to helping the Phoenix Police Department and the Community. The Phoenix Police Department has a long outstanding history of volunteerism. Learn More HERE.​​​​