Chandler Police Department

Critically acclaimed. Community backed.

Only five percent of the nation’s law enforcement agencies are accredited. Chandler PD has been among that distinguished group of agencies for more than 25 years. Not surprisingly, Chandler PD enjoys strong community support in helping keep Chandler one of the safest cities in America.

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Accreditation

Not just a higher standard. The gold standard.

Chandler PD receives its accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), an accomplishment not easily achieved. It reflects Chandler PD’s legacy commitment to implementing and utilizing the most effective and appropriate law enforcement standards and practices.

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Chandler PD receives its accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), an accomplishment not easily achieved. It reflects Chandler PD’s legacy commitment to implementing and utilizing the most effective and appropriate law enforcement standards and practices.

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Why join Chandler PD?

The answers are many — from providing state-of-the-art facilities and training to top-tier pay and benefits. Just know that a career with Chandler PD is one of the most sought after in all of law enforcement, with a history of excellence, innovation and community support.

Competitive Pay

Among top three highest paying agencies in AZ

Leading-edge Technology

Thrive in an innovative and technology-driven environment

Fully Equipped at No Cost

All uniforms and equipment expenses are covered by Chandler PD

Ongoing Training

Advance your skills in our state-of-the-art training facility

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Hiring Incentives

It won’t be easy. But it’ll be worth it.

There’s never been a better time to join Chandler PD. Individuals will receive half of the incentive upon being hired, with the remaining half paid upon successful completion of a probationary period. The incentives below apply to external applicants who are not already employed with the City of Chandler.

LATERAL OFFICER

POLICE RECRUIT

DETENTION OFFICER

DISPATCHER / EMERGENCY CALL TAKER

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Find the Blue in You

Discover the career opportunities available to you as a staff member or sworn officer of the Chandler Police Department and speak with Chandler PD team members.

Next Event: Saturday, November 1

Resources

Prepare yourself

Use the links below for complete details on becoming a member of Chandler PD.

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Featured Event

Find the Blue in You

Discover the career opportunities available to you as a staff member or sworn officer of the Chandler Police Department and speak with Chandler PD team members.

Next Event: Saturday, November 1

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Resources

Prepare yourself

Use the links below for complete details on becoming a member of Chandler PD.

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New Recruits

The Chandler Police Department is one of the most esteemed law enforcement agencies in the country. We’re always looking for self-motivated individuals from diverse backgrounds to join our ranks — and help keep Chandler one of the safest cities in America.

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New Recruits

The Chandler Police Department is one of the most esteemed law enforcement agencies in the country. We’re always looking for self-motivated individuals from diverse backgrounds to join our ranks — and help keep Chandler one of the safest cities in America.

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Lateral Officers

If you’re already working for another law enforcement agency, but are looking for a change in work culture and lifestyle, Chandler PD deserves your attention. You would join a department with strong community support, best in class equipment, and excellent pay and benefits.

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Lateral Officers

If you’re already working for another law enforcement agency, but are looking for a change in work culture and lifestyle, Chandler PD deserves your attention. You would join a department with strong community support, best in class equipment, and excellent pay and benefits.

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Living In Chandler

It’s great to be here.

As Arizona’s fourth largest city with 285,000 residents, Chandler seamlessly combines big-city benefits with small-town hospitality, making it the ideal place to call home.

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Current Openings

Police Aide

The City of Chandler Police Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Law Enforcement Senior Technician or Police Aide. Our ideal candidate will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment; and, the successful candidate must be able to do the following:

Educate the public on compliance in area of assignment
Investigate minor accidents, misdemeanor criminal violations
Write reports, complete forms, and issue civil citations
Utilize manual and mechanical traffic direction devices
Walk around and navigate traffic collision sites and crime scenes
Transport impounded items of evidence from crime scenes
Frequently enter, exit, and drive departmental vehicles
Provide motorists assistance, such as changing tires, jumpstarting vehicles, etc.
Work in extreme weather conditions, such as, rain, heat, and cold
Participate in training environments to increase personal protection and assault avoidance
Willingly perform other duties as assigned

The City of Chandler Police Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Law Enforcement Senior Technician or Police Aide. Our ideal candidate will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment; and, the successful candidate must be able to do the following:

Educate the public on compliance in area of assignment
Investigate minor accidents, misdemeanor criminal violations
Write reports, complete forms, and issue civil citations
Utilize manual and mechanical traffic direction devices
Walk around and navigate traffic collision sites and crime scenes
Transport impounded items of evidence from crime scenes
Frequently enter, exit, and drive departmental vehicles
Provide motorists assistance, such as changing tires, jumpstarting vehicles, etc.
Work in extreme weather conditions, such as, rain, heat, and cold
Participate in training environments to increase personal protection and assault avoidance
Willingly perform other duties as assigned

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Civilian Background Investigator

The City of Chandler Police Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Civilian Background Investigator. Our ideal candidate will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are looking for someone with experience performing employment background screenings or relative investigative work. Law enforcement and/or Human Resources/Personnel experience conducting interviews and background checks is desired; and, when assigned to the police department, the successful candidate must be able to do the following:

Serves as a liaison between Chandler Police Department and Human Resources to fill department vacancies by initiating recruitment/testing.
Conducts formal background interviews/investigations on sworn and civilian personnel.
Coordinates and schedules polygraph, psychological, drug and medical exams.
Analyzes sensitive and confidential background findings.
Audits applicant files; ensures completeness.
Coordinates physical testing and oral interviews for sworn applicants.

The City of Chandler Police Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Civilian Background Investigator. Our ideal candidate will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are looking for someone with experience performing employment background screenings or relative investigative work. Law enforcement and/or Human Resources/Personnel experience conducting interviews and background checks is desired; and, when assigned to the police department, the successful candidate must be able to do the following:

Serves as a liaison between Chandler Police Department and Human Resources to fill department vacancies by initiating recruitment/testing.
Conducts formal background interviews/investigations on sworn and civilian personnel.
Coordinates and schedules polygraph, psychological, drug and medical exams.
Analyzes sensitive and confidential background findings.
Audits applicant files; ensures completeness.
Coordinates physical testing and oral interviews for sworn applicants.

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Police Officer Lateral

Are you passionate about serving the community? Do you remain calm under high stress situations? Are you a problem solver that can make quick decisions? We are seeking a passionate and motivated customer-service oriented individual to join our Police Department team as a Police Officer Lateral. Lateral Officer Hiring Incentive: $5,000 paid in two installments, $2,500 paid upon hire with first paycheck and $2,500 paid upon successful completion of Probation.

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Police Officer Recruit

Are you passionate about serving the community? Do you remain calm under high stress situations? Are you a problem solver that can make quick decisions? We are seeking a passionate and motivated customer-service oriented individual to join our Police Department team as a Police Officer Recruit.

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