Police Officer - Laterals Only Paradise Valley Police Department - Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 Start Date 10/09/2026 Salary Range $37.33 - $50.65 Hourly Position Type Full-TimeThe Opportunity Ready for your next law enforcement adventure, then welcome home to Paradise Valley! Come serve a community that truly supports you—where professionalism, wellness, and purpose come together. The Town of Paradise Valley is a uniquely vibrant municipality serving 12,000 residents across a picturesque 16-square-mile community nestled between Scottsdale and Phoenix, with Camelback Mountain as its stunning backdrop. Though small in size, we deliver big results—offering outstanding public services with a "limited government" approach that values connection, collaboration, and innovation. If you're a current law enforcement officer ready for a new chapter, Paradise Valley PD offers one of the most competitive and supportive environments in Arizona. We take pride in proactive policing, robust training, and a culture built on professionalism and heart. We proudly offer Competitive Wages: $77,646 – $105,352 (hourly rates annualized and DOE) Wage Increase: 3% effective January 1, 2027
Superior Work Environment:- Supportive leadership, approachable command staff, and a community that stand with usLow crime rates and high-impact community partnerships
- On-duty wellness and fitness program
- Twice-monthly training + specialty training opportunities
- Minimal mandatory overtime and maintain a compensatory time cap of 240 hours—so your time stays yoursFTO assignment opportunities
Comprehensive Benefits Package:- 100% Town-paid medical and dental for employees, with up to 90% Town contributions for dependents
- Paid vacation and sick leave accruals, with 60 hours of vacation advanced upon hire10 paid holidays + 1 special holiday, 2 personal days320 hours of paid parental leave$2,000 uniform allowance upon hire; $1,500/year after one year$5,250 tuition reimbursement annually
- Fitness incentives up to $2,000 per year
- Basic life, AD&D, and short-term disability coverage (100% Town-paid)
- Ballistic vest provided every 5 years
- Enrollment in PSPRS with excellent retirement benefits
- Premium Pays:$3.00/hr (weekends)$1.25/hr (nights)$10.00/hr (instructor-led training)$75.00/hr starting pay for off-duty work (with 4-hour minimum at luxury resorts and private residences)2.5% pay increases for specialty assignments
- Getting Started
- What you need
- Arizona Applicants:
- A valid class D Arizona driver's license upon hire
- A high school diploma or GEDA valid Arizona Peace Officers Standards and Training Board (AZPOST) certification as a peace officer upon hire
- Successful completion of law enforcement field training
- Out-of-State Applicants:
- A valid class D Arizona driver's license upon hire
- A high school diploma or GEDOne year as a sworn officer in a municipality, county, or state law enforcement agency, or equivalent experience
- A valid peace officer certification and the ability to become AZPOST-certified
- Ready to apply
Complete the "Apply Now" box to begin the online application. Be sure to have the following documents ready to upload as part of the supplemental questionnaire: high school diploma/GED, current law enforcement certification, college transcripts, and any other documents you believe are relevant to your application with us.
Selection process:
We recognize your time is important, so please review the following steps in our selection process. Upon your successful completion of each step, you will advance forward in the process.
Application Review: Your online application is reviewed as submitted. Incomplete applications will be held in abeyance until all the necessary information is provided.
Selection Event: You will be invited to attend a PVPD selection event where you will participate in a physical aptitude test and written testing. Then in the afternoon, you will participate in an oral board interview, followed by an interview with the Chief of Police.
Conditional Offer of Employment: At the conclusion of the selection event, if you are successful, you will receive an offer of employment contingent upon the successful completion of a polygraph examination and an extensive background investigation that includes employment, driving, and criminal history checks; a psychological evaluation; pre-employment drug testing; and a medical evaluation.
Polygraph Examination: You will participate in a polygraph examination following the selection event.
Background Investigation: Upon receipt of your signed offer, we will conduct your background investigation.
Confirmation of Offer: You will receive confirmation of the employment offer with a defined hire date.
Success: Welcome to the Town of Paradise Valley Police Department!
Interested candidates must complete an online application to be considered for this opportunity and only the most qualified applicants will be considered further.
The Town of Paradise Valley is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified persons to apply.
Want to learn more
Would you like to learn more, then please contact our Paradise Valley Recruitment Team at recruiting@paradisevalleyaz.gov.
