Open Positions
The next police officer recruit process opens the week of July 21, 2025
TPD currently has three vacancies for the Administrative Assistant position in the following TPD divisions: Office of Professional Standards, Central Investigations, and Patrol Division. Candidates should have an Associates degree or higher, administrative experience, and Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and Workday systems experience. See job posting for details. Post closes July 13,2025.
Upcoming Events
Police Officer Recruit
Information Sessions:
Tentative Dates (More information soon):
July 23, 2025
August 2, 2025
August 13, 2025
August 23, 2025
August 27, 2025 (Virtual)
The next Police Officer Recruit application process opens in late July.
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!
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