Mesa Police Department Municipal Security

Job Opportunities

The Municipal Security Unit consists of Uniformed Personnel (38 Security Officer, 6 Shift Security Supervisors and 1 Supervisor) and Support Staff (Lieutenant, Program Assistant,  Administrative Assistant and Security Systems Technician.

Uniformed Positions & Qualifications

Municipal Security Officer

Must be 18 years of age.
Must be in good physical and mental health.
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.
Must not have a history of criminal or improper personal conduct that may affect suitability for security work.
Must possess a United States high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
United States Citizenship required.
Must have six months of experience as a security officer, police officer or military police officer.

Municipal Security Officer Trainee

Must be 18 years of age.
Must be in good physical and mental health.
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.
Must not have a history of criminal or improper personal conduct that may affect suitability for security work.
Must possess a United States high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
United States Citizenship required.
One year public Contact experience

Communications Center

Must complete requirements and training of Security Officer or Trainee
Computer Literate
Certified typing speed of 35 wpm
Ability to work within a confined area under conditions requiring close contact with other employees, often during stressful situations
Ability to perform several tasks simultaneously
Must pass hearing test
 

Shift Supervisor

Must possess a United States high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
2 years experience in the security, police or military field.
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.

Supervisor

Must possess a United States high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
3-5 years experience in the security field, with at least one year as a security officer and one year as a supervisor with management responsibilities.
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.

Support Staff & Qualifications

Police Lieutenant

Program Senior

Administrative Assistant

Security Systems Technicians

Hiring Process-all positions must complete the follow:

• Oral Board Interview
  

• Background investigation
  

• Polygraph examination
  

• Psychological examination
  

• Drug Testing

For questions about the hiring process or if you wish to speak to a contact you can call the Job Hotline (480) 644-2759 or 1-800-662-5053 Toll free or send an e-mail to Wade.Pew@Mesaaz.gov.