Job Description
Join Phoenix's elite public safety team and serve your community with urgency. The City of Phoenix is immediately hiring dedicated Public Safety Officers to ensure the safety and security of our vibrant metropolitan area. This high-impact role offers competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to make a tangible difference in residents' lives. Urgent positions available – apply now to be part of Arizona's largest municipal safety initiative.
Responsibilities
- Enforce municipal ordinances and state laws with unwavering professionalism
- Respond rapidly to emergency calls and critical incidents
- Conduct proactive patrols in high-traffic urban zones
- Document incidents with detailed digital reports and evidence collection
- Collaborate with federal agencies during cross-jurisdictional operations
- Train community members on public safety best practices
- Operate advanced surveillance and communication systems
Qualifications
- Arizona POST certification required (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
- Minimum 3 years law enforcement or military experience
- Valid Arizona Driver's License with clean record
- U.S. citizenship and Arizona residency
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights/weekends
- Proficiency in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
- Pass comprehensive background check and polygraph examination
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required