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Careers

Careers at TPD

Explore rewarding career opportunities with TPD, from officer and analyst roles to leadership and specialized positions.

The Hiring Process

Start your journey with TPD and see what it takes to earn the badge.

Police Officer Recruit - Hiring Process Dates

Take the first step toward becoming a Police Officer Recruit and plan your path with confidence.

Lateral Officer Opportunities

Certified officers ready for the next step can make the move to Tucson Police and keep building a meaningful career.

Qualifications

Being a police officer is a job that involves a tremendous amount of responsibility and requires uncompromising integrity. This will provide qualifications and hiring process requirements.

Pay & Benefits

The City of Tucson offers its employees a benefits package which includes medical, dental, and life insurance; retirement plans, and more.

Options for Military Personel

Join a diverse, service-driven team committed to protecting the community with professionalism and heart.

Special Assignments

TPD Officers have the opportunity to advance to over 40 special assignments that include SWAT, Recruiting, Hostage negotiations, investigative units to name few.

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