The City of Yuma Police Department has a wide variety of skilled positions that provide for the City's public safety. If you're interested in becoming a City of Yuma police officer, you must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Be at least 21 years old upon graduation from the Law Enforcement Training Academy
• Possess a high school diploma or a GED
• Be a United States citizen
• There is no minimum or maximum requirement for height and weight. You must be in good health, be of good character and reputation, and must never have been convicted of a felony or serious misdemeanor

Applicants who meet the above criteria must also pass a series of tests that includes:

• Written and oral skills exams
• Physical ability test
• Medical exam including a drug screening
• Background investigation
• Polygraph test
• Psychological profile

Non Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certified applicants will start as a Cadet. Cadets are Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) exempt and are not eligible for overtime compensation. Arizona POST Certified Police Officers are FLSA non-exempt positions, eligible for overtime compensation.

Current Arizona POST Certified Law Enforcement Officers may be given hiring preference. Verification of certification must be provided at the time of application.

For more information, contact the City of Yuma Human Resources Department.