Police Officer - Lateral

UNPARALLELED SERVICE, UNWAVERING PROTECTION, UNCOMPROMISED INTEGRITY

Please read job posting thoroughly! 

Update 9/19/2025: This is now a continuous process with a first review date of 10/1/2025.  To be considered in the first review, please submit application by 11:59 pm on 9/30/2025. 

Lateral definition: 

    The following individuals will be eligible to apply for the Lateral position.  

• Current AZ POST and Out of State Certified Peace/Police Officers
• Out of state laterals will be required to complete the AZ Post Waiver process found here: https://post.az.gov/certification/waiver-process

Marana is one of the fastest growing communities in Southern Arizona, located approximately 20 minutes northwest of downtown Tucson and 75 minutes southeast of Phoenix.  The Town makes its decisions based on a Strategic Plan that has five focus areas: Cherished Heritage, Vibrant Community, Thriving Commerce, Healthy Lifestyles, and Proactive Public Services.

 Marana's standards are high. We are an organization of excellence and have developed four Cultural Value Statements that provide the guidelines for how we work together.  Our Cultural Values are: Dedicated Service, Respect, Teamwork and Engaged Innovation.

Position Description

• Before you submit your application be sure to read through ALL of the information provided on this job posting as it contains important details. Please print for your records.

 If you are interested in working for an agency that strives to be the most well respected and highly regarded police department in Arizona, then you should apply to become a Police Officer with the Town of Marana. The Marana Police team is proud and honored to serve the community and maintain an unwavering dedication to ensure the safety and security of every person who lives or visits our Town.

The Marana Police Department is comprised of 150 full time team members (117 commissioned officers and 33 civilians) and nearly 50 volunteers, providing safety and security to nearly 60,000 residents over 127 square miles. These dedicated men and women work together as a team to ensure our residents and visitors receive unparalleled police services.

POLICE OFFICER LATERAL SALARY/BENEFITS: Placement within the Police Officer Pay Plan will be based on experience and within the pay range of:

    $30.0843/hour ($62,575.42 /year) - $42.3314/hour ($88,049.33/year).

Benefits include on-site fitness center, take home vehicle, shift differential, 12 Holidays, supplemental Holiday pay, Second Language pay, paid parental time off, tuition reimbursement and more!  

The Town of Marana also has a competitive benefits package. To view a summary of benefits, click here: Town of Marana Benefits.

• Patrols assigned areas; enforces State and local laws and ordinances; maintains a community presence and/or responds to calls for service and takes appropriate action
• Responds to calls related to the protection of life and property, traffic incidents, and other public safety emergencies
• Responds to calls which include domestic incidents, burglaries, juvenile disturbances, health and welfare assists, civil stand by, business and residential alarms, thefts, civil protection orders, bomb threats, hazardous material spill and other public safety incidents
• Determines the existence of probable cause, identifies and takes suspects and offenders into physical custody, or refers charges for review and prosecution
• Prepares reports of arrests made, activities performed, and unusual incidents observed
• Completes reports in a timely manner; conducts investigations, verbally interacts with witnesses, victims, suspects and offenders to obtain information
• Performs all work duties and assignments in accordance with the Town and Department policies and procedures.

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST DEMONSTRATE THE ABILITY TO:

• Acquire through training, knowledge of modern approved principles, practices and procedures of police work, state laws, city ordinances, first aid and the geography of the Town
• Read and interpret complex technical documents in English, prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions
• Analyze problems and have the potential to rationally and calmly take effective action in emergency and stressful situations
• Observe accurately and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents and places, and judge situations and people accurately
• Achieve proficiency in self-defense techniques and the use and care of firearms
• Show initiative, alertness, integrity and reliability
• Must currently have AZ POST Peace Officer Certification or be an Out of State Certified Peace/Police Officer (out of state laterals will be required to complete the AZ Post Waiver process)
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at time of hire.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must possess a valid Arizona Driver License at the time of hire.
• See AZ P.O.S.T. website for details on eligibility requirements by going to the following website address:  Certification Process: https://post.az.gov/certification

Additional Requirements:

• Must be in compliance with the Marana Police Department's tattoo policy.
• Members are prohibited from having tattoos or brands anywhere on the body that advocate or represent criminal organizations, illegal activity, or sexual, racial, or religious discrimination.  Members are prohibited from having tattoos or brands anywhere on their arms or legs that are obscene and could foreseeably be exposed while on duty.  Members are prohibited from having tattoos or brands above the collarbone or below the wrist, with the exception of a single, plain ring tattoo on either hand.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Application

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.  Failure to follow instructions and submit a complete application with all of the required documents by the closing date will result in disqualification from further consideration. Applications will only be accepted online. 

If you meet the minimum requirements, you must complete 3 items before you fully submit your online application:

• Complete/update an AZ POST Personal History application

• Visit my.azpost.gov to log-in/register.  Make sure to share the application with "Marana Police Department."

• Make note of your FormID number.  You will be asked to provide that number on the Town's application.  For any issues or help needed with the my.azpost.gov site please contact: https://azpost.freshdesk.com/support/tickets/new

• You may attach the documents requested on the AZ POST application to the Town's application, but it is not required at this time.

• Print, complete and notarize the Authorization for Release of Information form. This document must be uploaded as an attachment to your online Town of Marana application.  Download the file here:  Authorization for Release of Information 

• Finish completing the Town of Marana online application and submit with the items listed above. 

Oral Board Interview/Chief's Interview

Candidates that pass the initial application review will be invited to an oral board interview and possibly Chief's interview. Tentative dates for oral boards are set for October 22nd and 23rd 2025. Applications submitted after the first review date may or may not be reviewed, depending on the needs and progress of the selection process.

Background Investigation

A thorough background investigation will be conducted on candidates who are being considered for employment.  This investigation will be based upon information supplied by the candidate and will include a polygraph examination. You must be aware that sensitive or confidential aspects of your personal life may be explored.

Depending on information provided during the hiring process, an investigator may contact you at any time for clarifying information. Absolute honesty is expected and required throughout the entire hiring process.

Conditional Job Offer

Finalists that pass the background investigation will be given a conditional job offer contingent upon passing a psychological exam, drug screen and medical exam.

Based on positions available, the Police Department may place finalists on an eligibility list to fill future vacancies.  These lists have no set expiration date.  The Police Department can choose to exhaust the list at any time depending on the needs of the department.

TOWN OF MARANA CONTACT INFORMATION

 11555 West Civic Center Drive

 Marana, AZ 85653

www.maranaaz.gov

 Phone: (520) 382-1900  /  Fax: (520) 382-3500

QUESTIONS

Human Resources Staff Contact

Nikki Hemphill / 520-382-1925 / NHemphill@Maranaaz.gov

Marana Police Department

Sgt. Vincent (Jimmy) Rizzi / 520-382-2044 / VRizzi@Maranaaz.gov

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The Town of Marana is an equal opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the application/exam process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department prior to any deadlines related to this recruitment process. Please contact the Human Resources Department if you would like this publication in an alternative format.