Description
Peoria PD is actively seeking certified, experienced law enforcement officers from out of state agencies to join our team. As a lateral hire, you’ll skip the academy and be considered for salary placement and paid time off based on your prior service.
Compensation & Incentives
Hourly Wage: $33.97 – $47.79 (based on experience)
Annual Salary Range: $70,657 – $99,422
Salary Step Placement: Placement commensurate with years of policing experience.
Award Leave: Earn up to 80 hours of paid time off for applicable prior experience in addition to personal, vacation, sick, and holiday leave.
Minimum Qualifications
Certified as a police officer via AZPOST or equivalent federal/state academy and minimum one year sworn duty.
Work Environment & Benefits
Standard work schedule: 4×10hour shifts.
Medical, dental, vision insurance effective day one.
Paid holidays (12 days/year), vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, and wellness leave.
Access to domestic partner benefits and a range of flexible spending and retirement programs.
Hiring Process
Submit application.
Virtual or in-person Command Staff oral board interview.
Out-of-state laterals may complete the remaining steps in one visit (~3 days): polygraph, background check, Chief’s interview, conditional offer, AZPOST medical exam, drug screen, psychological screening.
Final job offer contingent on successful completion of screening and medical clearance.
Why Choose Peoria?
Recognized by AZ Big Media as a top city to live, work, and play.
Supportive community, collaborative culture, and fleet of opportunity across patrol, aviation, investigations, and specialty units.
Year-round Arizona climate, abundant recreation, and a vibrant Northwest Valley lifestyle.
How to Apply
Visit www.JoinPeoriaPoliceAZ.com
For questions, contact the Recruitment Office at (623)7737071 or via email at policerecruitment@peoriaaz.gov.
Make Peoria the next chapter in your law enforcement career. Apply today and bring your experience to serve a growing, vibrant community!
