STARTING SALARY
$50,856.00 to $72,238.40
Within 12 months salary increases to $56,284.80
Top out in 6 years at $72,238.40
The Mesa Police Department offers a comprehensive benefits package
(Refer to www.mpdjobs.com for details)
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLYING
Open Until Filled
JOB DESCRIPTION
A Police Officer-Recruit attends the Mesa Police Department Academy, which
is certified by the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board to
learn and perform the responsibilities of an entry-level peace officer.
Responsibilities include interacting with a culturally and socially
diverse population, employing discretion in solving problems, making
arrests, issuing summonses/citations and warnings, writing police reports
and assisting the public.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- U.S. Citizen
- Requires graduation from high school or GED.
- At least 21 years of age by graduation from Police Academy (no upper age requirements).
- License: Must possess an Arizona Class D Driver's License by hire date.
- No felony convictions or dishonorable discharge from military service.
SELECTION PROCESS
- written entrance exam
- oral interview
- polygraph test
- drug screening test
- background investigation
- medical examination
- physical agility test
- psychological test
HOW TO APPLY
Please check out our website for testing information, testing dates and to
download an application. www.mpdjobs.com
OTHER INFORMATION
Next academy start date is January 12th, 2009. Apply now to reserve yourself a seat.
Next test dates: Saturday August 16th and Monday September 15th, 2008. THERE IS NO FEE ASSOCIATED WITH THIS TEST. IT IS FREE!!
For those with Montgomery GI Bill benefits, you can use the money while attending the Police Academy and the FTO Program. The current rate is up to $1321.00 per month depending upon your enlistment time!!
We offer an expedited process for out of state applicants. The first visit requires a stay for 4 to 5 days (if you are able) and the second visit will be for a conditional job offer.
Earn 57 college credits for completing the Police Academy and the Field Training Program.
Money Magazine Ranks Mesa, Arizona as the 3rd best big city. See article. http://money.cnn.com/magazines/moneymag/bplive/2006/snapshots/PL0446000.html
CITY OF MESA MISSION: We are dedicated to providing superior services to our customers in order to improve the quality of life for Mesa residents, businesses and visitors.
Factors which could prohibit a candidate from moving forward in the testing process include: loss of license due to driving violation points or two chargeable accidents within the previous 36 months, or a DUI conviction within the previous 36 months.
Police Officers are required to work irregular hours, shifts, weekends, holidays, and evenings.
The City of Mesa respects, values, and welcomes diversity in our workforce. To this end, we encourage all interested people to apply.
JOB HOTLINE (480) 644-3301
OR 1-800-884-5480 TOLL FREE
PERSONNEL OFFICE (480) 644-2365
Also accepting OUT-OF-STATE and IN-STATE
POLICE OFFICER - LATERAL
Starting salary is $59,113.60 to $65,353.60 depending upon experience and top out in 4 years at $72,238.40.
For information contact:
(480) 644-4869
CONTACT INFORMATION
Mesa Police Department
130 N Robson Street
Mesa, AZ 85201
Telephone: 480 644-3301 or 800-884-5480
Email: police.jobs@cityofmesa.org
Web Site: www.mpdjobs.com
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