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Open Positions

Air Mechanic -Police 
The Aircraft Mechanic position at the Tucson Police Department certifies, maintains, overhauls and inspects the department’s helicopters, fixed wing aircraft, and associated engines in accordance with regulations and standards. Post Closes 4/29/25
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Police Records Assistant Superintendent
The position performs supervisory and management level work for the Records Section, with direct oversight of half of the supervisors. It is responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance, managing projects, and supporting both law enforcement and the community, along with ensuring policies comply with local, state, and federal regulations, analyzes data, and provides statistical research and reports to department leadership. This position is also oversees training requirements for the section and the department. Post Closes 5/19/25
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Why Join TPD?

As a leader in 21st Century Policing, TPD utilizes the most current and best practices in our training, policies, and procedures to develop officers and professional staff that are prepared to handle a wide range of challenges throughout their career.  

As the largest agency in Southern Arizona, we provide special assignments or promotion opportunities that are not always found in other agencies which enables department members to continually grow personally and professionally. 

Modern policing is about: 

  • trying new things

  • constantly learning

  • evolving

  • engaging with the community to foster diverse partnerships

Our approach develops people who are ready and willing to make a difference and effect change through sincere connections with our community. 

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Application Process

Police Officer Recruit Application Process

  • Complete Online Application
  • Complete Preliminary Applicant Questionnaire
  • In-person Written Exam
  • Background Investigation
  • Psychological Assessment
  • Medical Exam & Drug Screening

Salary & Benefits 

  • Starting Salary $61,235.20/ $29.44 Per Hour 

  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance 

  • 12 Paid Holidays 

  • Vacation and Sick Leave 

  • Paid Overtime 

  • Retirement Pension


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