Police Officer (Recruit)

About this role

<div style="text-align: center;"><strong>The City of Avondale is seeking motivated, community-focused individuals for the position of Police Officer (Recruit). This is an exciting opportunity for individuals seeking to launch a career in law enforcement and make a meaningful impact in our community.<br><br></strong></div><strong><u>Application Process</u></strong><p id="isPasted"><strong>1. Submit an Online Application on the City of Avondale's Career page at&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.avondaleaz.gov/careers" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://www.avondaleaz.gov/careers" data-uw-rm-empty-ctrl=""><strong>www.avondaleaz.gov/careers</strong></a></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li>Applications are being accepted from <strong>J</strong><strong>uly 20, 2026 through July 29, 2026.</strong></li></ul><p><strong>2. Take the FrontLine National Written Exam with the National Testing Network</strong><br data-start="1099" data-end="1102">After submitting your application, it will be reviewed within 48 business hours. Passing applicants will receive an email with instructions on how to take the written exam, submit college credits to waive the written exam, or transfer

Requirements

<ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;" id="isPasted"><li data-pasted="true">High school diploma or GED required</li><li>Must be a U.S. citizen</li><li>Must be 21 years of age by Police Academy graduation</li><li>Must have a valid Arizona Driver’s License at the time of hire</li><li>Successful completion of the Arizona Police Academy and Arizona Police Officers Standards and Training (AZ POST) Certification</li><li data-start="4183" data-end="4232">Above average physical conditioning: includes running, climbing, crawling, and possessing the ability to pass and maintain an entry-level officer's physical fitness requirements</li><li data-start="4183" data-end="4232">Existing knowledge of the use of force, application of criminal law, constitutional law, and current tactics used in law enforcement is