Police Officer - Laterals

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READY FOR YOUR NEXT LAW ENFORCEMENT ADVENTURE, THEN WELCOME HOME TO PARADISE VALLEY! Come serve a community that truly supports you—where professionalism, wellness, and purpose come together.

The is a uniquely vibrant municipality serving 12,000 residents across a picturesque 16-square-mile community nestled between Scottsdale and Phoenix, with Camelback Mountain as its backdrop. We deliver big results with a "limited government" approach that values connection, collaboration, and innovation. If you’re a current law enforcement officer ready for a new chapter, Paradise Valley PD offers a competitive and supportive environment with proactive policing, robust training, and a culture built on professionalism and heart.

• A valid class D Arizona driver's license upon hire
• A high school diploma or GED
• A valid Arizona Peace Officers Standards and Training Board (AZPOST) certification as a peace officer upon hire
• Successful completion of law enforcement field training

• A valid class D Arizona driver's license upon hire
• A high school diploma or GED
• One year as a sworn officer in a municipality, county, or state law enforcement agency, or equivalent experience
• A valid peace officer certification and the ability to become AZPOST-certified

• Application Review:
  Your online application is reviewed as submitted. Incomplete applications will be held until all necessary information is provided.
• Selection Event:
  Physical aptitude test, written testing, oral board interview, and interview with the Chief of Police.
• Conditional Offer of Employment:
  Contingent upon polygraph, background investigation, psychological evaluation, pre-employment drug testing, and medical evaluation.
• Polygraph Examination:
  Conducted following the selection event.
• Background Investigation:
  Conducted after offer is signed.
• Confirmation of
  
  Offer:
  
  Includes defined hire date.
• Welcome to the Town of Paradise Valley Police Department!

Interested candidates must complete an online application to be considered; only the most qualified applicants will be considered further.

Equality statement:
The Town of Paradise Valley is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified persons to apply.

Complete the “Apply Now” box to begin the online application. Have the following documents ready to upload: high school diploma/GED, current law enforcement certification, college transcripts, and any other documents relevant to your application.

For more information, contact the Paradise Valley Recruitment Team at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). or .