Police Officer (Certified)

Salary: $31.36 – $44.19 Hourly

Closing Date: 12/31/2026

Position Summary:

The City of Yuma Police Department is seeking motivated individuals to join Team Yuma as Certified Police Officers. A certified officer is an individual who has successfully completed a state-approved law enforcement academy and holds current peace officer certification. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, compassion and empathy for others, a high level of integrity, mental agility, and the ability to actively listen and navigate difficult situations.

An Arizona State Certified Officer will be required to successfully complete the department’s Field Training Program to ensure familiarity with agency policies, procedures, and operational standards. Certified officers may operate independently upon completion of field training while adhering to Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST), departmental policies, and ethical guidelines.

Requirements:

• Must have been an AZ POST certified officer; OR must have been a certified officer in another state. Out of State certified officers will be required to apply for reciprocity. For more information on reciprocity and the waiver process.
• Be a United States citizen.
• Be in sound physical and mental health.
• Have at least 20/20 vision uncorrected; or 20/20 vision corrected by glasses or hard contact lenses if uncorrected acuity is 20/80 or better; 20/20 vision corrected by soft contact lenses if uncorrected acuity is 20/20 or better. Vision capable of distinguishing basic color groups against a favorable background.
• Must meet AZ POST and Yuma Police Department drug standards.
• Must have good moral character and personal integrity.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalency.
• A valid Arizona State Driver’s License is required. Must obtain (if applicable) and maintain Peace Officer Certification with AZ POST. Additional technical training and certifications may be required.