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.

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

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, August 3

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, August 3

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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

Dispatcher

The City of Chandler Police Department, Communications Unit is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Police Dispatcher. The Police Communications Dispatcher receives, dispatches, and monitors emergency (911) and non-emergency calls for police and other city services. 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, performing multiple tasks at once, and who possess strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities. Successful candidates must be able to remain calm under pressure as they take in and disseminate critical information. The ideal candidate must be able to obtain and process information quickly and accurately, utilize multiple software programs while dispatching and talking on the phone, work a flexible schedule, and be comfortable working in an unpredictable and open environment.

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Detention Officer

The City of Chandler Police Department, Detention Unit is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Detention Officer. Our ideal candidate will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are looking for someone with experience handling prisoners as a Detention Officer, Corrections Officer, Police Officer, other related position. Arizona POST recognized County or State Detention Officer Certification or equivalent is required for the Detention Officer position. Essential duties include:

Ensures the safety and security of arrestees, prisoners and the general public.
Transports prisoners to and from the County jail and City court facilities.
Assists officers with intake and booking processes and Releases prisoners from jail upon court orders for release or secured bond.
Oversees the general care and custody of arrestees and detainees and conducts holding facility inspections.

The City of Chandler Police Department, Detention Unit is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Detention Officer. We are looking for someone with experience handling prisoners as a Detention Officer, Corrections Officer, Police Officer, other related position. Arizona POST recognized County or State Detention Officer Certification or equivalent is required for the Detention Officer position. Essential duties include:

Ensures the safety and security of arrestees, prisoners and the general public.
Transports prisoners to and from the County jail and City court facilities.
Assists officers with intake and booking processes and Releases prisoners from jail upon court orders for release or secured bond.
Oversees the general care and custody of arrestees and detainees and conducts holding facility inspections.

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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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