City of Phoenix
Lateral Transfer - Police Officer/Peace Officer - November 2025
City of Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
Lateral Transfer - Police Officer/Peace Officer - November 2025
Apply for this position if you are AZPOST Certified or are a sworn peace officer outside the State of Arizona with at least one year of experience.
The Phoenix Police Department is offering a $7,500 hiring bonus to new Police Officer/Peace Officers. The bonus will be paid in two equal installments – on the check after swearing in as a Phoenix Police Officer and on the check following successful completion of probation. If you are referred by a current city employee, that employee may receive a $2,500 bonus when you have successfully been hired and passed probation. The name of the referring city employee and employee ID must be specified on the application.
Prior to applying, complete the electronic background check and receive your AZPOST number at
https://my.azpost.gov/ . After receiving your AZPOST number, you must complete the City of Phoenix post‑academy.
The Phoenix Police Department is committed to the Guiding Values of P.R.I.D.E. (Protection, Responsibility, Integrity, Dedication, Excellence). Police Officers perform general police work duties in the protection of life and property through crime prevention and the enforcement of state laws and ordinances.
For more detail on the transfer process, visit
https://www.phoenix.gov/policesite/Pages/Police-Officer-Lateral-Transfers.aspx .
SALARY Pay Range: $35.75 - $51.84 hourly / $74,360 - $107,827 annually. Hiring Range: $35.75 - $47.23 hourly / $74,360 - $98,238 annually.
BENEFITS
Annual merit step increases at approximately 5% to a maximum of $51.84 hourly.
Bilingual incentive pay and productivity enhancement pay for qualified officers.
Nightshift/weekend differential pay.
Compensatory time buy‑back option.
Paid court overtime.
Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions.
401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions.
Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans.
Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post‑Employment Health Plan.
Wellness incentive up to $720 annually.
Dental, vision, and life insurance options.
Employer‑paid long‑term disability.
Free bus/light rail pass.
Tuition reimbursement up to $6,500 per year.
Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days.
Paid parental leave up to 480 hours (12 weeks) for birth, adoption, or foster placement.
Federal student loan forgiveness through Savi.
RECRUITMENT DATES Recruitment closes November 30, 2025. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.
HOW TO APPLY Apply online by completing the required information and attaching one document that includes your cover letter and resume. Your cover letter should detail how your experience aligns with the qualifications listed below. Only the highest‑qualified applicants will be forwarded for interviews. Results of the resume screening will be sent to your primary email address.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Aurizon applicants must have AZPOST certification and be in good standing.
Applicants certified in another state must have at least one full year of experience as a first responder (excluding academy, administrative, training assignments, or jail detention officer duties).
Shift work: Employees must work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Vacation and shift assignments are based on seniority.
Physical requirements: Walking for prolonged periods on rough or uneven surfaces, working outdoors in extreme heat, cold, rain, or dust.
Pre‑screening information and driving position details can be found by clicking the provided link.
CONTACT & SUPPORT
Job interviews may be held by video or audio conference.
Computer resource assistance is available through the website.
Arizona at Work offers classes in resume writing, interviewing, and career guidance.
Explore other employment opportunities with the City of Phoenix.
Subscribe to receive e‑mail notifications about new opportunities.
For assistance applying for this job, contact HR Connection Center at (602) 495‑5700.
City of Phoenix is an equal‑opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.
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The Phoenix Police Department is offering a $7,500 hiring bonus to new Police Officer/Peace Officers. The bonus will be paid in two equal installments – on the check after swearing in as a Phoenix Police Officer and on the check following successful completion of probation. If you are referred by a current city employee, that employee may receive a $2,500 bonus when you have successfully been hired and passed probation. The name of the referring city employee and employee ID must be specified on the application.
Prior to applying, complete the electronic background check and receive your AZPOST number at
https://my.azpost.gov/ . After receiving your AZPOST number, you must complete the City of Phoenix post‑academy.
The Phoenix Police Department is committed to the Guiding Values of P.R.I.D.E. (Protection, Responsibility, Integrity, Dedication, Excellence). Police Officers perform general police work duties in the protection of life and property through crime prevention and the enforcement of state laws and ordinances.
For more detail on the transfer process, visit
https://www.phoenix.gov/policesite/Pages/Police-Officer-Lateral-Transfers.aspx .
SALARY Pay Range: $35.75 - $51.84 hourly / $74,360 - $107,827 annually. Hiring Range: $35.75 - $47.23 hourly / $74,360 - $98,238 annually.
BENEFITS
Annual merit step increases at approximately 5% to a maximum of $51.84 hourly.
Bilingual incentive pay and productivity enhancement pay for qualified officers.
Nightshift/weekend differential pay.
Compensatory time buy‑back option.
Paid court overtime.
Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions.
401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions.
Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans.
Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post‑Employment Health Plan.
Wellness incentive up to $720 annually.
Dental, vision, and life insurance options.
Employer‑paid long‑term disability.
Free bus/light rail pass.
Tuition reimbursement up to $6,500 per year.
Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days.
Paid parental leave up to 480 hours (12 weeks) for birth, adoption, or foster placement.
Federal student loan forgiveness through Savi.
RECRUITMENT DATES Recruitment closes November 30, 2025. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.
HOW TO APPLY Apply online by completing the required information and attaching one document that includes your cover letter and resume. Your cover letter should detail how your experience aligns with the qualifications listed below. Only the highest‑qualified applicants will be forwarded for interviews. Results of the resume screening will be sent to your primary email address.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Aurizon applicants must have AZPOST certification and be in good standing.
Applicants certified in another state must have at least one full year of experience as a first responder (excluding academy, administrative, training assignments, or jail detention officer duties).
Shift work: Employees must work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Vacation and shift assignments are based on seniority.
Physical requirements: Walking for prolonged periods on rough or uneven surfaces, working outdoors in extreme heat, cold, rain, or dust.
Pre‑screening information and driving position details can be found by clicking the provided link.
CONTACT & SUPPORT
Job interviews may be held by video or audio conference.
Computer resource assistance is available through the website.
Arizona at Work offers classes in resume writing, interviewing, and career guidance.
Explore other employment opportunities with the City of Phoenix.
Subscribe to receive e‑mail notifications about new opportunities.
For assistance applying for this job, contact HR Connection Center at (602) 495‑5700.
City of Phoenix is an equal‑opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.
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