Open Positions
Customer Service Representative (Impounds)- engages with community members while providing exceptional customer service to members of the community and the department. They are responsible for the maintenance, verification, research, and analysis of impound vehicle releases and reports. Post closes November 22, 2025
DNA Technical Leader- The DNA Technical Leader supervises and coordinates operations in an accredited #forensic crime laboratory that specializes in forensic biology deoxynucleic acid (DNA) analysis. Work is performed under the supervision of the Crime Laboratory Superintendent. This position exercises supervision over the #DNA unit. Post closes November 22, 2025
Please review City of Tucson Job Board for open positions in other departments.
Upcoming Events
Police Officer Recruit
Information Sessions:
12/2/25 Police Officer Recruit Information Session
Virtual- Time TBD
12/16/25 Police Officer Recruit Information Session
270 S Stone Ave, 6-7:30pm
TPD Recruiters will be at the following Job Fairs:
11/6/25 Pima County Job Fair 10-2pm
Kino Event Center- 2805 E Ajo, Tucson, AZ
11/13/25 AZ@Work Job Fair 10-2pm
Kino Event Center- 2805 E Ajo, Tucson, AZ
11/21/25 Arizona State University Winter Job Fair 2-4pm
400 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ
11/20-11/22 El Tour Expo Table
Tucson Convention Center (indoors) 260 S Church, Tucson, AZ
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. Join us Today! Watch the Interview:
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 $63,290.44/ $30.43 Per Hour
Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
12 Paid Holidays
Vacation and Sick Leave
Paid Overtime
Retirement Pension
View Physical Ability Test Requirement