Lateral Police Officer

Summary

We Are Seeking A Lateral Police Officer

Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of a Lateral Police Officer. The Police Officer reports to a Police Sergeant. The primary function of this position is to perform general and specialized law enforcement work to preserve public peace and protect lives, property and the rights of the public and enforce statutory law and municipal ordinances. The work involves patrolling streets and neighborhoods to deter crime and apprehend or arrest violators or suspects, responding to calls for law enforcement assistance and gathering information for criminal investigations. At Team Gilbert, we hire outcome-oriented problem-solvers who love what they do!

The minimum qualifications for a Lateral Officer include:

• Arizona Lateral Officer: In order to apply as an Arizona In-State Lateral Officer, you must either: be (or have been) employed as an Arizona State-Certified Police Officer or have graduated from an AZPOST academy within the last three years.
• Out-of-State Lateral Officer: You worked in a full-time sworn peace officer capacity for at least 2080 hours after graduating from a state-certified law enforcement academy. (Academy training time does not count toward the 2080-hour requirement) You will have to submit a waiver of training and will have to pass an Arizona POST waiver examination. (Arizona POST Rule R13-4-110D)

This role operates on a 24/7 shift schedule, so flexibility is key; you may be scheduled for nights, weekends, or holidays based on our department's needs. This position is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation.

About You

Ideal candidates for the position will effectively exceed customer needs by building productive relationships, and taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty. You actively participate as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals and produce quality outcomes. You are committed to our safety philosophy, and you take great pride in proactively managing time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently while accomplishing objectives and achieving goals beyond what is required. The Town reserves the right to consider only the most highly qualified applicants. An eligibility list will be created and will remain active for six months. While the eligibility list remains active, you may be contacted to complete some or all of the following: extensive background check, polygraph examination, psychological examination, pre-employment medical examination and drug screen. This process is typically completed within three to five months.

Prior to Submitting your application, all applicants MUST: Complete the online Arizona POST Personal History Form (Click HERE) Enter your Arizona POST Form ID in Question 5 Email Communications: The Gilbert Police Department will communicate important testing information to applicants via email. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure they provide their accurate email address information on their application. Please do not call the Gilbert Police Department for your results.

Why Team Gilbert?

WHAT WE OFFER:

• All Gear Provided: From uniforms to equipment, we've got you covered. No out-of-pocket expenses or uniform allowances—just show up ready to serve
• Competitive Pay + Overtime Eligibility: This position is FLSA non-exempt, meaning you're eligible for overtime compensation
• Strong Support System: You'll be backed by a department that values integrity, innovation, and community connection
• Modern Technology & Resources: We equip our officers with cutting-edge tools and systems to enhance safety, efficiency, and communication
• Career Growth & Specialized Units: From K-9 to SWAT to Investigations, we offer pathways to explore your interests and advance your career
• Wellness & Mental Health Support: We prioritize your well-being with access to peer support, mental health resources, and wellness programs

We Are Here to Help!

Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Benefits

Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! Click Here to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance, or visit our website to see our full employee benefits guide.

Job Description

We Are Seeking A Lateral Police Officer

Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of a Lateral Police Officer. The Police Officer reports to a Police Sergeant. The primary function of this position is to perform general and specialized law enforcement work to preserve public peace and protect lives, property and the rights of the public and enforce statutory law and municipal ordinances. The work involves patrolling streets and neighborhoods to deter crime and apprehend or arrest violators or suspects, responding to calls for law enforcement assistance and gathering information for criminal investigations. At Team Gilbert, we hire outcome-oriented problem-solvers who love what they do!

The minimum qualifications for a Lateral Officer include:

• Arizona Lateral Officer: In order to apply as an Arizona In-State Lateral Officer, you must either: be (or have been) employed as an Arizona State-Certified Police Officer or have graduated from an AZPOST academy within the last three years.
• Out-of-State Lateral Officer: You worked in a full-time sworn peace officer capacity for at least 2080 hours after graduating from a state-certified law enforcement academy. (Academy training time does not count toward the 2080-hour requirement) You will have to submit a waiver of training and will have to pass an Arizona POST waiver examination. (Arizona POST Rule R13-4-110D)

This role operates on a 24/7 shift schedule, so flexibility is key; you may be scheduled for nights, weekends, or holidays based on our department's needs. This position is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation.

About You

Ideal candidates for the position will effectively exceed customer needs by building productive relationships, and taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty. You actively participate as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals and produce quality outcomes. You are committed to our safety philosophy, and you take great pride in proactively managing time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently while accomplishing objectives and achieving goals beyond what is required. The Town reserves the right to consider only the most highly qualified applicants. An eligibility list will be created and will remain active for six months. While the eligibility list remains active, you may be contacted to complete some or all of the following: extensive background check, polygraph examination, psychological examination, pre-employment medical examination and drug screen. This process is typically completed within three to five months.

Prior to Submitting your application, all applicants MUST: Complete the online Arizona POST Personal History Form (Click HERE) Enter your Arizona POST Form ID in Question 5 Email Communications: The Gilbert Police Department will communicate important testing information to applicants via email. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure they provide their accurate email address information on their application. Please do not call the Gilbert Police Department for your results.

Why Team Gilbert?

WHAT WE OFFER:

• All Gear Provided: From uniforms to equipment, we've got you covered. No out-of-pocket expenses or uniform allowances—just show up ready to serve
• Competitive Pay + Overtime Eligibility: This position is FLSA non-exempt, meaning you're eligible for overtime compensation
• Strong Support System: You'll be backed by a department that values integrity, innovation, and community connection
• Modern Technology & Resources: We equip our officers with cutting-edge tools and systems to enhance safety, efficiency, and communication
• Career Growth & Specialized Units: From K-9 to SWAT to Investigations, we offer pathways to explore your interests and advance your career
• Wellness & Mental Health Support: We prioritize your well-being with access to peer support, mental health resources, and wellness programs

We Are Here to Help!

Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Benefits

Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! Click Here to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance, or visit our website to see our full employee benefits guide.