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Police Officer - Lateral

City of Goodyear
City of Goodyear Salary
Goodyear, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 1/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/23/2025

Signing Bonus - $6,000*
Relocation Assistance**
40 Hours of Vacation
Starting annual salary: $70,807 - $94,889 (non-exempt) depending on years of service.

BENEFITS:

Some of the great benefits the City of Goodyear offers are:

  • City Medical Clinic at no cost to employee or immediate family
  • Take Home Vehicle
  • Post-Retirement Healthcare
  • Highest Uniform Allowance in the Valley
  • Medical/ Dental/ Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Shift Differential Pay
  • Assignment Pay
  • Up to $5,250 per year for Tuition Assistance
  • Tremendous growth planned with many career opportunities

The Goodyear Police Department is a professional and progressive organization taking great pride in providing excellent customer service to the community.  The Police Department is committed to the philosophy of community policing, providing many protective and proactive policing programs resulting in a low crime rate.

At the city of Goodyear, you will be a part of an organization that values its employees as its greatest asset. You will become part of a dedicated team of professionals that are committed to build and maintain a highly engaged workforce. You will be challenged to learn and grow in an environment that values employee development and career-building. You will thrive in a culture of innovation.

The Ideal candidate will possess the following:
  • Active AZPOST certification in good standing. 
  • Three or more years of solo police officer status.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with diverse populations.
  • Quick thinking and the capability to make sound decisions under pressure.
  • A strong moral compass and adherence to ethical standards in all situations.
  • A good level of physical fitness to meet the demands of the job.
  • Commitment to community policing and building positive relationships with the public.
  • Flexibility in adapting to new procedures, schedules, assignments, technologies, and community needs.
  • Ability to work well with colleagues and other agencies in a collaborative manner.
  • Capacity to handle stress and emotional challenges inherent in law enforcement work.

This position patrols the city of Goodyear to enforce Arizona state laws and city ordinances. They respond to emergency situations, educate the public regarding safety and security, and perform administrative duties as required.  They must possess high ethical standards, actively participate in teamwork, and always demonstrates knowledge of safety principals and an awareness of safety requirements.  

We believe that successful employees are those that possess six core values:

Integrity - Initiative - Empathy - Optimism - Innovation - Adaptability

EXAMINATION PROCESS

In-State Laterals (Current AZPOST Certification)

  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • Be a United States Citizen.
  • The Goodyear Police Department defines an In-State Lateral Police Officer as officers who have successfully completed an Arizona law enforcement academy and who currently possess an active Arizona police certification in good standing.  

Out-of-State Laterals (Waiver Process Required)

  • High School graduate or equivalent
  • Be a United States Citizen
  • A minimum qualification is a person who has graduated from a state approved POST basic training academy, has an active police certification in good standing and has at least one year of solo officer experience. Out-of-state lateral officers must complete the AZPOST out-of-state lateral waiver process, which includes a final exam. Goodyear PD will assist with the waiver process and help prepare the applicant for the waiver exam.

LATERAL POLICE OFFICER PROCESSING PROCEDURES:

Step 1: Apply – You can apply directly from this page. You will also be required to share your AZPOST personal history form with us. 

 

Goodyear Police has implemented the iSWIFT process (Individually Scheduled Wiki Interview and Fitness Testing). iSWIFT allows applicants to work directly with the recruiting team to select interview and fitness testing dates that work around the applicant's schedule. Plus, initial interviews can be done either via online TEAMS meetings or in person, which is great for out-of-state applicants. This process isn’t only convenient, it can expedite the hiring process by several weeks! Once the application is received and it is confirmed that the applicant meets the requirements for the position, a member of the recruiting team will contact the applicant to schedule an initial interview. If the applicant is selected to continue in the process, they will immediately begin the background process. 

After your application and AZPOST information is collected, the information is screened against qualifications. If the candidate is successful a team member will reach out to you via email to schedule the virtual oral board interview. 
  
 
 Step 2:

ORAL BOARD PANEL INTERVIEW
 
All qualified applicants will be interviewed and evaluated by an interview panel made up of, but not limited to, officers and employees of the police department.  Applicants will be graded on their problem-solving abilities, interpersonal and communication skills, demeanor, and appearance. Those who pass will move on to step 3.
 
 Step 3:

Applicants will work with a background investigator to complete the following steps 3 through step 4.

 

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
 
After successful completion of the oral interview, applicants continuing in the process will be given a background packet to initiate the extensive background investigation.
   

 POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION
 
After successful completion of the background investigation, applicants will be given a polygraph examination administered by a qualified, state-licensed police polygraph examiner. The examination will cover criminal activity, drug usage, truthfulness, integrity and employment history.
 
 PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION
 
The psychological evaluation consists of two parts: a series of written tests and an interview with a certified psychologist.
  

 CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE SCREENING AND MEDICAL EVALUATION
 
Applicants will be required to submit to a controlled substance screening and medical examination.

CHIEF INTERVIEW 

All applicants will have a one-on-one interview with the Police Chief.  

 

Step 4:

FIREARMS QUALIFICATIONS  

All lateral applicants will be required to demonstrate firearms proficiency by successfully passing the AZPOST daylight qualification course of fire.  

 

PHYSICAL AGILITY EVALUATION (**Out-of-state candidates only)
 
Applicants will work with the background investigator to schedule a date to complete the POPAT during a visit to Goodyear, Arizona for background processing.

The physical fitness evaluation is designed to give the applicant a chance to demonstrate his/her physical condition. The Goodyear Police Department uses the Police Officer Physical Aptitude Test (POPAT). All qualified applicants will be required to complete a liability waiver prior to participating in the physical agility evaluation. To proceed, the applicant needs to successfully pass the physical agility evaluation. The physical evaluation consists of the following:

  • Run a 99-yard obstacle course
  • Lift and drag 165-pound dummy
  • 6-foot chain link fence climb
  • 6-foot solid fence climb
  • 500 yard run

**In-state laterals are exempt from taking the POPAT

 *Minus taxes and should new hire resign within 12 months of hire, the signing bonus received will

    be refunded to the city by deduction from your final pay checks.  


**Should new hire resign within 24 months of hire, the relocation assistance received will be refunded to the city, prorated, by deduction from your final pay checks. Applicants will be required to submit to a controlled substance screening and medical examination.   


All applicants must be 21 years of age by graduation of the academy; a citizen of the United States; have a valid Driver's License; and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Applicants must be able to pass required tests outlined below and a thorough background examination which includes a polygraph, psychological examination, medical examination, and drug screening. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to test, and a review of AZPOST questionnaire is included in the screening process.  

 

**Every step of the hiring process should be considered part of the “interview” and be treated professionally. This includes every interaction with police staff and contracted personnel. Attire for the fitness test should be conservative and for the remaining portions of the process the applicant should dress professionally. 

 

All communication regarding application status and interview notifications will be sent via email- please monitor your junk/spam email for communication as messages will come from a system generated source. 

* (minus taxes) 

This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position.  The following functions do not identify all duties performed by the incumbent. Other duties and responsibilities will be performed as assigned.
 

  • Performs patrol duties by traveling through designated areas, searching for suspicious, hazardous or criminal activity, field interviewing suspected offenders, and making arrests.
  • Responds to both routine and emergency calls including hazardous materials incidents by contacting the reporting person and witnesses, and determining the nature of call and action to be taken.
  • Follows up on calls by locating suspects, victims, and witnesses, processing and booking suspects, completing report of the incident, submitting report to prosecutor and appearing in court.
  • Educates the community by teaching classes at schools, conducting block watch meetings, making public presentations, and answering inquiries regarding legal and safety issues.
  • Performs administrative duties by proposing, writing, and reviewing departmental policy, completing statistical reports, training officers, and participating in department/City process improvement teams.
  • Formal Education/Knowledge:  Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Certifications and Other Requirements:  Valid Arizona Operator's Driver's Licence, Arizona Peace Officer Standards and training Certification (AZ POST), and certified for CPR and First Aid.  Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test.
  • Reading:  Work requires the ability to read general correspondence, memorandums, letters, legal documents, and reports.
  • Math:  Work requires the ability to perform algebra and general math calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
  • Writing:  Work requires the ability to write general correspondence, letters, citations, and police reports.
  • Managerial:  Managerial responsibilities include regulating caseloads and course schedules.  Most officers are responsible for managing a specialty area, such as code enforcement, alarm ordinance, gang member tracking, etc.
  • Complexity:  Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures.  Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action.
  • Interpersonal/Human Relations Skills:  The employee(s) in this position contact others within the organization.  These contacts may involve similar work units or departments within the City which may be involved in decision making or providing approval or decision making authority for purchases or projects.  In addition, these employees work with individuals outside the City who may belong to professional or peer organizations. Working with various state and federal agencies may also be required of the employee.  

12 Month Objectives

Successfully complete a minimum of nine-week Field Training Program, which consists of demonstrating the ability to:
  

  • Write clear, concise, and accurate reports as evidenced by supervisory review and approval.    
  • Learn the geography of the City of Goodyear by displaying an efficient response to calls for service. 
  • Learn and interpret laws, department policies and procedures, and City plicies, together with the ability to use good judgment in its application as demonstrated in report writing and in citizen contact.    
  • Develop skill and display proficiency in the use of firearms as evidenced through training exercised.    
  • Deal with the public in a professional and community-oriented manner.    
  • Recollect names, faces and details on incidents in order to testify effectively in a court of law.    
  • Analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective and reasonable course of action under stressful situations as displayed in practical and training exercises.    
  • Issue appropriate parking, traffic, and criminal citations as demonstrated by properly completing the citations.    
  • Work effectively with fellow employees and supervisors by practicing good communication, support, and teamwork.    
  • Maintain a clean and pressed uniform as well as high standard of personal hygiene, as directed by department policy.    
  • Operate patrol vehicles in a safe, efficient manner by having no accidents, and practicing good driving habits.    
  • Successfully complete expectations of a police officer at 3-month, 6-month, and 12-month reviews.

Salary : $70,807 - $94,889

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