In and Out of State Lateral Officer – $10,000 Hiring Bonus

Peoria PD is actively seeking certified, experienced law enforcement officers from out‑of‑state agencies to join our team. As a lateral hire, you’ll skip the academy and be considered for salary placement and paid time off based on your prior service.

Compensation & Incentives

Hourly Wage: $33.97 – $47.79 (based on experience)

Annual Salary Range: $70,657 – $99,422

Salary Step Placement: Placement commensurate with years of policing experience.

Award Leave: Earn up to 80 hours of paid time off for applicable prior experience in addition to personal, vacation, sick, and holiday leave.

Minimum Qualifications

Certified as a police officer via AZPOST or equivalent federal/state academy and minimum one year sworn duty.

Work Environment & Benefits

Standard work schedule: 4 × 10 hour shifts.

Medical, dental, vision insurance effective day one.

Paid holidays (12 days/year), vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, and wellness leave.

Access to domestic partner benefits and a range of flexible spending and retirement programs.

Hiring Process

Submit application.

Virtual or in-person Command Staff oral board interview.

Out-of-state laterals may complete the remaining steps in one visit (~3 days): polygraph, background check, Chief’s interview, conditional offer, AZPOST medical exam, drug screen, psychological screening.

Final job offer contingent on successful completion of screening and medical clearance.

Why Choose Peoria?

Recognized by AZ Big Media as a top city to live, work, and play.

Supportive community, collaborative culture, and fleet of opportunity across patrol, aviation, investigations, and specialty units.

Year-round Arizona climate, abundant recreation, and a vibrant Northwest Valley lifestyle.

How to Apply

Visit www.JoinPeoriaPoliceAZ.com

For questions, contact the Recruitment Office at (623) 773‑7071 or via email at policerecruitment@peoriaaz.gov.

Make Peoria the next chapter in your law enforcement career!