Official Web Site of the City of Phoenix

The following are 7 steps to help you get started with a career in the Phoenix Police Department .

STEP 1 The Written Test
Choose a test date from the list. You must Pre-register to take the written test. Click here to pre-register.

Applicants will not be admitted without a photo ID.

STEP 2 Physical Agility Test
Offered only to those who successfully pass the written test,
and will be administered at the Phoenix Law Enforcement Academy.
Click here for physical agility chart

STEP 3 Background Questionnaire Investigation
The AZPOST background packet is given to those who successfully complete both the written and agility exams.
The packet must be completed by the applicant and returned to the Employment Services Bureau for review.

620 West Washington St.
Phoenix, AZ 85003

Qualified applicants are contacted a short time later (1-3 weeks) for initial interview.
Click here for minimum qualifications

STEP 4 Polygraph Examination
Applicants will be given a polygraph examination (lie detector test) administered by a trained, professional examiner. The test will confirm information noted on the applicant's background investigation packet.

STEP 5 Psychological Test
Applicants will be evaluated by a licensed psychologist.

STEP 6 Medical Examination
Applicants will undergo a complete medical examination given by a licensed physician.

STEP 7 Controlled Substance Screening
Applicants will be required to submit to a urinalysis at some point in the hiring process.