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.

Current Openings

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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.

Current Openings

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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

Our Application Process

Apply Online

Applications are being accepted.

Police Officer Recruit Application

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.