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​​​​Police Officer Recruit Application 
Minimum Requirements​

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• Be at least 20.5 years of age at the time of application; 21 years of age prior to completion of the Academy.
• Be a United States citizen.
• Be in sound physical and mental health.
• Must successfully complete a medical exam to AZ POST standards.
• Have not been dishonorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces.
• Within the last 36 months:
• Have fewer than 8 driving violations points
  
• Have no more than one chargeable accident
  
• Have no convictions for DUI (no more than one in lifetime)
• Possess valid driver's license that has not been cancelled, refused, suspended or revoked
  
• Must meet AZPOST Drug Policy​ and Phoenix Police Department drug standards.
• No commission or conviction of a felony. Misdemeanor arrests are discretionary.
• Must have good moral character and personal integrity.
• No history of criminal or improper conduct. No poor employment or irresponsible financial history.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalency.
• AZ POST (Arizona Peace Officers Standards and Training) certified officers may be eligible for lateral​ transfers​ after submitting an application and completing the physical agility assessment and the Phoenix Police Department background investigation.​

  

Contact a Recruiter​

Email: recruiting.ppd@phoenix.gov
Phone: 602-534-COPS (2677)

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