Police Aide

Location: 175 South Arizona Avenue, Chandler, AZ 85225

About the Role

The City of Chandler Police Department is seeking qualified individuals to join our team as a Law Enforcement Senior Technician – Police Aide. This is a regular full-time, non-exempt position with benefits. The position is subject to a six-month probationary period. A four-week Police Aide Academy is tentatively scheduled to begin in January 2027 for recruits hired through this recruitment process.

About Us

The City of Chandler Police Department, consisting of 362 sworn officers and 177 civilians, serves a growing population of close to 287,945 residents. The organization is divided into three main divisions, one bureau, and many sections/units. Our mission is, “To maintain a safe, vibrant community through meaningful engagement and continuous organizational improvement.” We are committed to being a world-class leader in law enforcement and advancing community policing.

Responsibilities

• Educate the public on compliance in area of assignment
• Investigate minor accidents, misdemeanor criminal violations
• Write reports, complete forms, and issue civil citations
• Utilize manual and mechanical traffic direction devices
• Walk around and navigate traffic collision sites and crime scenes
• Transport impounded items of evidence from crime scenes
• Frequently enter, exit, and drive departmental vehicles
• Provide motorists assistance, such as changing tires, jumpstarting vehicles, etc.
• Work in extreme weather conditions, such as rain, heat, and cold
• Participate in training environments to increase personal protection and assault avoidance
• Willingly perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must possess a High School diploma or GED equivalency
• Must have 2 years of previous experience working in a public-facing position where customer service was essential; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work
• Must be able to obtain a Level A Terminal Operator Certification from the Department of Public Safety within 6 months of hire

Desired Qualifications

• Previous work experience in a public safety or law enforcement setting
• Previous work experience with law enforcement records, records management software, and database programs

Benefits

• Diverse and inclusive environment
• Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community
• Business casual dress code, with jeans on Fridays
• 3 medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage
• Accrue 122 hours paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• 12 paid holidays per year, plus Winter Break at the end of the year
• Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match
• City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation
• Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance up to $5,250 annually
• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
• Flexible schedule/remote work options (when available)

Schedule

Police Aides are required to work a 4/10 schedule, which may include being assigned to various shifts (e.g., days, swings, nights).