Chandler Police Department | Police Recruits · City of Chandler

Chandler Police Department: New Recruits

To become the best, join the best.

The Chandler Police Department is seeking self-motivated, highly effective individuals from a variety of backgrounds to join our ranks. We offer competitive pay, a well-rounded benefits package, cutting edge technology, and opportunities for lateral movement after two years. If you have the passion to protect and a heart to make a real difference in our Chandler community, you’ve come to the right place.

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The Chandler Police Department is seeking self-motivated, highly effective individuals from a variety of backgrounds to join our ranks. We offer competitive pay, a well-rounded benefits package, cutting edge technology, and opportunities for lateral movement after two years. If you have the passion to protect and a heart to make a real difference in our Chandler community, you’ve come to the right place.

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Getting Started

Are you qualified?

Minimum qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED equivalency
  • Must be 21 years of age by academy graduation
  • Meet or exceed the physical standards established by the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZPOST)
  • Citizen of the United States of America
  • Valid Arizona Driver’s License with acceptable driving record

Getting Started

Are you qualified?

Minimum qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED equivalency
  • Must be 21 years of age by academy graduation
  • Meet or exceed the physical standards established by the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZPOST)
  • Citizen of the United States of America
  • Valid Arizona Driver’s License with acceptable driving record
Woman pinning police badge on a man wearing a Chandler police officer uniform.

Our Application Process

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Apply Online

Applications are being accepted.

Police Officer Recruit Application

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Written Test

Take the written test through the National Testing Network.

Test Now

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AZPOST Personal History Form

Once you have submitted a City of Chandler application, please follow the below directions.

  • Go to MyAzpost.pdf
  • Follow the directions to register and complete your electronic AZPOST Personal History Form
  • Share the Form with Chandler PD
  • Email your form ID number to cpdrecruiting@chandleraz.gov
  • Once received, a background investigator will reach out if there are any follow up questions. If there are no automatic disqualifiers, you will receive an email inviting you to the physical agility test.
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Physical Agility Test

The physical agility test is designed to evaluate a candidate’s overall physical condition.

Learn More About PT

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Oral Board Interview

Applicants will need to pass an oral board interview which consists of several questions in front of a panel of sworn officers.

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Backgrounding & Polygraph

If you pass the oral board interview, you’ll complete a background questionnaire that will be investigated to verify the information provided. After the investigation is complete, you’ll be personally interviewed and given a polygraph test to ensure all information is truthful and accurate.

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Conditional Job Offer

If the applicant passes each of the previous steps, they will be provided a conditional offer which is contingent upon the applicant passing the medical exam, psychological exam, and a chief’s interview.

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Medical & Psych Exam

Applicants must pass a medical exam and a psychological exam that meets AZPOST standards.

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Chief Interview

The applicant will have a one-on-one interview with the police chief.

Our Application Process

one

Apply Online

Applications are being accepted.

Police Officer Recruit Application

two

Written Test

Take the written test through the National Testing Network.

Test Now

three

AZPOST Personal History Form

Once you have submitted a City of Chandler application, please follow the below directions.

  • Go to MyAzpost.pdf
  • Follow the directions to register and complete your electronic AZPOST Personal History Form
  • Share the Form with Chandler PD
  • Email your form ID number to cpdrecruiting@chandleraz.gov
  • Once received, a background investigator will reach out if there are any follow up questions. If there are no automatic disqualifiers, you will receive an email inviting you to the physical agility test.
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Physical Agility Test

The physical agility test is designed to evaluate a candidate’s overall physical condition.

Learn More About PT

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Oral Board Interview

Applicants will need to pass an oral board interview which consists of several questions in front of a panel of sworn officers.

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Backgrounding & Polygraph

If you pass the oral board interview, you’ll complete a background questionnaire that will be investigated to verify the information provided. After the investigation is complete, you’ll be personally interviewed and given a polygraph test to ensure all information is truthful and accurate.

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Conditional Job Offer

If the applicant passes each of the previous steps, they will be provided a conditional offer which is contingent upon the applicant passing the medical exam, psychological exam, and a chief’s interview.

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Medical & Psych Exam

Applicants must pass a medical exam and a psychological exam that meets AZPOST standards.

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Chief Interview

The applicant will have a one-on-one interview with the police chief.

Salary and Benefits

The current annual salary for a police officer starts at $34.52 per hour. Overtime is paid at a rate of time and a half. The annual salary does not include uniforms and other equipment provided by the department.

Bilingual officers (Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Hindi, and American Sign Language (ASL)) may earn up to 5% additional based upon skill level. Recruits may take the translator test once they are done with FTO.

Work Hours

Most police officers work a four-day work week with ten hours each day. In addition, officers who begin their shift in the afternoon or evening hours receive a shift differential.

Vacation, Leave, Sick Time

As a new police officer, you will accumulate paid vacation time at a rate of 101 hours the first year progressing to 197 hours in twenty years. You will also receive 96 hours of sick time and 10 paid holiday hours a year.

Retirement

Police officers are eligible for a retirement pension through the Arizona Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS).

Additional Benefits

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Medical, Vision
and Dental Plans

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City Paid Life
Insurance

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City Paid Retirement
Health Savings Plan

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Tuition Reimbursement
($5,250 per year)

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Deferred
Compensation Plan

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Certified to Help Veterans
Use G.I. Bill for 12 months!

Get in touch. Stay in touch.

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Recruiting Hotline

480-782-3960

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