Police Officer 9 months

$34.47 - $40.60 /per hour

201

The Maricopa Community Colleges Police Department operates 24 hours per day, seven (7) days per week, 365 days per year. Schedules may include nights, weekends, holidays, or otherwise non-standard work schedules during the 9 Month Academic Calendar. Mandatory overtime may be required. 

Police Officers will be scheduled to work 9-Months, based upon the Academic year calendar.  August - May Shift schedules will be set for 40 hours per week at an hourly rate of pay.

26/27 Academic calendar:  August 17, 2026 - May 14, 2027

9 Months

10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision-creating excellence in education for a better world.

We focus on people-not profits. 
With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college.

We don't just support our community-we help build it.
We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact. 

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset.
Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services

• Pre-Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer) 

Performs general duty or specialized sworn law enforcement work while fostering a culture of cooperative engagement with the community, to promote the protection of life and property, and the prevention, detection, and investigation of crimes through the equitable enforcement of applicable local, state, and federal laws, as well as District policies. 

The Police Chief reserves the discretion to re-assign Officers to different work locations / shifts as operational needs require.  Assigned job duties, task, work functions may be assigned by the Police Chief.

Police Officers will be scheduled to work 9-Months, based upon the Academic year calendar.  August - May Shift schedules will be set for 40 hours per week at an hourly rate of pay.

26/27 Academic calendar:  August 17, 2026 - May 14, 2027

Home Location: Police Officers will be assigned a home work location at one of the District's ten (10) Maricopa Community Colleges. Home campus assignments are based on operational needs and may be changed at the discretion of the Police Chief or designee. 

Shift Assignment: Police Officers will be assigned to one of the department's designated shift schedules. Shift assignments are based on operational needs and may include either first shift or second shift. Assigned shifts are subject to change at the discretion of the Police Chief or designee.

1st shift:  0700 - 1500 / 2nd shift 1400 - 2200

Benefits: For Continuing Officers: Work 9 Months, Covered for 12! Enjoy uninterrupted 12-month Medical, Dental, Vision, and insurance coverage while working a 9-month schedule. Benefit premiums are paid through payroll deductions during your 9-month work period, ensuring continuous coverage throughout the year for continuing officers.  

Overtime & Off-Duty Employment Opportunities: During the nine (9)-month work session, officers may work department overtime and are eligible to accept off-duty employment through approved third-party vendors, including:

Off Duty Management (ODM)

Arizona State University Events

State Farm Stadium Events

Blue Enforcement Services, LLC

Law Enforcement Specialists, Inc. (Traffic Control)

During the three (3)-month break period, officers may continue to work off-duty assignments through the following approved third-party vendors:

Off Duty Management (ODM)

Arizona State University Events

State Farm Stadium Events

Blue Enforcement Services, LLC

Law Enforcement Specialists, Inc. (Traffic Control)

This structure provides officers with year-round opportunities to supplement their income through overtime and off-duty employment. 

Routinely interacts with, and provides assistance to members of the college community, visitors and allied first responders such as fire, medical and other police personnel. Unlocks rooms and buildings; assists allied criminal justice agencies in the service of criminal and subpoenas and other court orders

Deters and prevents crime by patrolling buildings, facilities, properties, and other areas in the immediate vicinity of the Maricopa Community Colleges

Responds to complaints or requests for assistance; investigates criminal activity and takes appropriate action. May be required to arrest, detain, or subdue a resisting offender using justified and reasonable force where appropriate; may conduct searches of persons, places and things, possibly seizing and impounding property and evidence, protects crime scenes

Responds to calls for service including alarms, requests for medical assistance, critical incidents, traffic collisions, reports of criminal activity and other emergencies/non-emergencies

Observes, reports and/or remedies unsafe or problem situations and assists in identifying health and safety hazards

Conducts face to face interviews; observes, gathers, records, processes and preserves evidence

Prepares detailed written reports; presents testimony and evidence in court; mediates disputes

Directs traffic and/or parking activities; enforces motor vehicle operation and traffic regulations; assists motorists with vehicle problems

Performs crowd control and civil emergency response duties

Provides special services including providing personal welfare and money courier escorts

Provides public awareness and community education presentations

Trains and directs the work of non-certified Public safety Aides and other Public safety personnel

Performs other duties as assigned

High School Diploma or GED

Successful graduation from an AZPOST certified training academy

Note: Applicants who possess an AZPOST certification but have not completed a probationary period with a previous agency may be considered for hire with a positive recommendation from their previous chain of command at the rank of Commander or higher.

Law enforcement experience in a collegiate environment.

BS Degree or Higher

AZ POST Certification / one year plus

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications: 
1. Possession and maintenance of a valid Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) certification as a Peace Officer in the State of Arizona, including the satisfaction of all qualifications (age, citizenship, background, psychological, ethical, medical, or otherwise) required for such certification, at the date of or subsequent to the date of hire. A valid certification is to indicate that the individual is authorized to engage in enforcement duties, carry a firearm, wear or display a badge, make arrests, perform patrol functions, and operate a marked police vehicle. Certifications that are restricted are not considered valid for the purpose of initial hire. 2. Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Arizona Driver License (Class D) with an initial and ongoing driving record to the satisfaction of MCCCD. 3. Current CPR/First Aid certification is required for the duration of employment within this classification.

Background Check: Because of the confidential and sensitive nature of information handled, successful completion of a comprehensive background investigation, which may include, but is not limited to, polygraph testing, fingerprinting, and a psychological examination to the initial and ongoing satisfaction of MCCCD is required.

Firearms: Positions within this classification have frequent exposure to firearms and are regularly required to carry a firearm. Incumbents must successfully complete initial and ongoing firearms qualification in compliance with AZPOST requirements. Such qualification will occur on an annual basis or on another schedule, in compliance with any applicable laws, rules, or regulations, as determined by MCCCD. Incumbents must maintain the legal ability to carry and utilize firearms in the course of their duties at all times during employment within this classification.

Substance Abuse Testing: Due to the nature of police work, positions within this classification shall be subject to pre-employment, ongoing/random, and/or incident-based alcohol, drug, and/or controlled substance testing in compliance with any applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

Applicants are required to submit a resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application.

Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed.

Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. 

Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.

• Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position.
• Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or;
• Part-Time employment (must include number of hours worked) 
• Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position.
• Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview.

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Qualified applicants or candidates with disabilities can submit a reasonable accommodation request at any point in the hiring process, and MCCCD's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.  If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the ADA Coordinator from the hiring campus location for assistance via email at adasupport@domail.maricopa.edu

MCCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

First Review 8/27/2027

Open until filled

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.

The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses.  Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.