Police Officer Recruit

At TPD, we’re looking for candidates who are interested in an exciting, fulfilling career, not just another job.
 

Serving as a police officer is far from an ordinary lifestyle. You will find an unmatched level of excitement, with nearly limitless opportunities for personal growth, career advancement, and promotions across divisions.
 

TPD values each person’s desire to grow professionally and realizes the importance of job variety in a career such as this.

The Tucson Police Department was founded on April 22, 1871. Today, the Tucson Police Department has a chief of police and a four-bureau system. 

The department has over 700 sworn officers and more than 200 non-sworn employees. We serve a community of over 520,000 citizens and cover more than 200 square miles. 

The mission of the Tucson Police Department is to serve the public in partnership with our community, to protect life and property, prevent crime, and resolve problems. 

At the heart of all we do are our Seven Core Values: 

• Excellence
• Fairness
• Integrity
• Leadership
• Personal Responsibility
• Service Orientation
• Teamwork

In addition to the four patrol divisions, the department is comprised of the Administrative Services (Training Section, Human Resources), Central Investigations (Violent Crimes, Special Victims, and Special Investigations Section), and Patrol Services (Patrol, Specialized Response, and Air Support).

To learn more, go to JoinTucsonPD.org

POSITION DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS 

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Trains at the Police Academy as a new police recruit to learn the skills and functions of the job of police officer, under the guidance of experienced police staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*

Position Specific Summary

The Police Officer Recruit position at the City of Tucson’s Police Department trains at the Police Academy as a new police recruit to learn the skills and functions of the job of Police Officer, under the guidance of experienced police staff.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Police Sergeant. This position does not supervise.

Classroom Training  (25%) - Essential
Attends lectures on law enforcement related topics; course of study may include AZ revised statutes, constitutional law, policy and procedures, and crime scene management. Studies material presented in lectures to ensure satisfactory performance in required examinations.

Proficiency Training  (25%) - Essential
Performs police related tasks such as arrest and control tactics, defensive tactics, firearms proficiency training, technical vehicle operation, and emergency response driving.

Scenario-based Training  (25%) - Essential
Practices various scenarios related to law enforcement duties; scenarios may include crime in progress, crime scene management, and other situations they may encounter as police officers.

Physical Fitness  (10%) - Essential
Performs aerobic and anaerobic exercises to increase strength and endurance.  Participates in physical activities such as running, weightlifting, body weight exercises and other cardiovascular activities.

Assessment  (10%) - Essential
Completes multiple academic exams with a passing score. Completes and passes proficiency evaluations which may include firearms, driving, and defensive tactics. Completes AZ Police Officer Standards and Training (POST) Police Officer Physical Agility Test (POPAT) with a passing score. Completes and passes AZ POST comprehensive exam.

Other duties (5%) - Non-Essential
Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Working Conditions

Work may include heavy exposure to extreme physical, ergonomic, or emotional hazards.

* All duties, responsibilities, and percentage of time listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

Work Experience:

No experience

Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

or a related field.

Work Experience:

Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of graduation from the police academy; be a citizen of the United States; have at least two (2) years of driving experience; and have no felony convictions or drug abuse.

Skills:

License/Certifications:

Valid and unrestricted Class D Driver License - Arizona Department of Transportation - Motor Vehicle Division