Recruiting - Requirements

Cadet: Must have the ability to acquire and apply knowledge of police methods, practices, and procedures, and the City's geography and location of important buildings.

Officer: Must have a working knowledge of, and ability to apply: police methods, practices, and procedures; Departmental rules and regulations; City geography or ability to acquire this knowledge rapidly; crime patterns and trends; conflict management techniques; and skill in the use of firearms.

Both positions: Ability to deal courteously, but firmly with the general public and with people of diverse social and economic backgrounds; to analyze situations and adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances; to prepare clear and comprehensive reports, and effectively communicate orally and in writing; to perform all physical requirements of the position, and maintain Departmental physical standards; and to maintain composure to operate efficiently under high stress situations.

• Posses a high school diploma or GED certificate by date of application.
• Age 21 no later than date of testing.
• Meet Arizona Police Officer Standards and Training Board (AZPOST) physical health standards.
• Comply with police department policy on disqualifiers.
• Good Moral Character
• Citizen of the United States by date of application.
• Possession of a valid Arizona motor vehicle operator's license by date of hire.
• Education to include courses towards a degree or certification is preferred.

For more information on peace officer guidelines, administrative codes and minimum qualifications, please view the Arizona Post Standards and Training Board website: http://www.azpost.state.az.us

Chandler is an Equal Opportunity Employer.