Master Police Officer Jobs
Master Police Officer jobs are open across municipal, county, and state law enforcement agencies, at every level from patrol officer to senior rank, with specializations in community policing, criminal investigations, and training supervision. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Introduction
The Scottsdale Police Department is seeking an experienced, collaborative leader to manage its Planning, Research & Accreditation (PRA) Section. PRA is the department’s hub for strategic planning, policy development, research and analysis, and law enforcement accreditation. The section maintains the department’s CALEA and ALEAP accreditations, oversees NIBRS reporting, and supports the Chief’s Office with Council, commission, and community-facing work. The ideal candidate understands policing, can turn complex data into clear recommendations for executive and elected audiences, and develops staff while managing many high-visibility projects at once. This position reports to the Deputy Director of Strategic Services.
Please Note: Be sure to check your email junk/spam folders regularly for possible notifications and/or self-schedule interview invitations from Governmentjobs.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
- A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution.
- Four years' experience in Research, Policy Analysis, Project Management, or related experience.
- One year of lead or supervisory experience.
- An equivalent combination of education and job-related experience may substitute for the educational requirements on a year-for-year basis.
- Preferred: Degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or Business Administration.
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on department/section assignment.
Essential Functions
Click here to view the job description and full list of Essential Functions.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Click here to view the job description and full list of Work Environment/Physical Demands.
Benefits Highlights:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
- Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
- Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
- Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
- City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
- Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 11.98% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
- Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide 457
- Pet Insurance
- Bilingual pay compensation
- Employer contribution of $10 per pay period to employee's PEHP (Post-Employment Health Plan) account
Please visit the Human Resources and Benefits Information page for more information.
Selection Process:
The application and supplemental questions are essential components of the selection process and must be completed in their entirety for your candidacy to be considered. Please ensure that each section is fully completed and all questions are answered thoroughly. Do not substitute responses with “See Resume.” Incomplete answers, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from further consideration.
Applicants whose education, training, and experience most closely align with the requirements of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process, which may include a panel interview. Candidates selected to move forward will be required to successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment background screening, which may include the following:
- Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
- Criminal Background screening
- Drug Screen
The timeframe for reapplying with the Police Department varies depending on the position and the operational needs of the organization.
The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.
PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are calculated based on a full-time schedule of 2,080 hours per year and a part-time schedule of 1,040 hours per year. Work experience may at times substitute for education on a year-for-year basis; however, depending on the job classification, education may not be used as a substitute for required work experience.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.
When advised reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491.
This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
Full-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance.
Part-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.
Commute Solutions Program
City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Introduction
The Scottsdale Police Department is seeking an experienced, collaborative leader to manage its Planning, Research & Accreditation (PRA) Section. PRA is the department’s hub for strategic planning, policy development, research and analysis, and law enforcement accreditation. The section maintains the department’s CALEA and ALEAP accreditations, oversees NIBRS reporting, and supports the Chief’s Office with Council, commission, and community-facing work. The ideal candidate understands policing, can turn complex data into clear recommendations for executive and elected audiences, and develops staff while managing many high-visibility projects at once. This position reports to the Deputy Director of Strategic Services.
Please Note: Be sure to check your email junk/spam folders regularly for possible notifications and/or self-schedule interview invitations from Governmentjobs.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
- A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution.
- Four years' experience in Research, Policy Analysis, Project Management, or related experience.
- One year of lead or supervisory experience.
- An equivalent combination of education and job-related experience may substitute for the educational requirements on a year-for-year basis.
- Preferred: Degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or Business Administration.
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on department/section assignment.
Essential Functions
Click here to view the job description and full list of Essential Functions.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Click here to view the job description and full list of Work Environment/Physical Demands.
Benefits Highlights:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
- Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
- Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
- Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
- City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
- Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 11.98% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
- Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide 457
- Pet Insurance
- Bilingual pay compensation
- Employer contribution of $10 per pay period to employee's PEHP (Post-Employment Health Plan) account
Please visit the Human Resources and Benefits Information page for more information.
Selection Process:
The application and supplemental questions are essential components of the selection process and must be completed in their entirety for your candidacy to be considered. Please ensure that each section is fully completed and all questions are answered thoroughly. Do not substitute responses with “See Resume.” Incomplete answers, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from further consideration.
Applicants whose education, training, and experience most closely align with the requirements of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process, which may include a panel interview. Candidates selected to move forward will be required to successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment background screening, which may include the following:
- Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
- Criminal Background screening
- Drug Screen
The timeframe for reapplying with the Police Department varies depending on the position and the operational needs of the organization.
The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.
PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are calculated based on a full-time schedule of 2,080 hours per year and a part-time schedule of 1,040 hours per year. Work experience may at times substitute for education on a year-for-year basis; however, depending on the job classification, education may not be used as a substitute for required work experience.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.
When advised reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491.
This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
Full-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance.
Part-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.
Commute Solutions Program
City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in master police officer jobs.
- Current POST certification or state-equivalent law enforcement officer certification
- Minimum years of sworn law enforcement experience, often five or more
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Completion of field training officer or supervisory leadership coursework
- Proficiency with records management systems and in-car computing equipment
- No felony convictions and successful completion of a background investigation
Tips for Your Master Police Officer Job Search
Tailor your resume to rank-specific duties
Hiring managers for master police officer roles expect your resume to reflect advanced responsibilities, not just patrol duties. Call out supervisory experience, field training officer hours, or specialized unit assignments clearly so reviewers can see your progression beyond entry-level rank.
Highlight your use-of-force certifications
Departments prioritize candidates whose certifications are current. List your de-escalation training, less-lethal weapons qualifications, and POST certification renewal dates prominently so hiring coordinators don't have to dig for them or assume they may be lapsed.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists master police officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target agencies actively promoting from within
Many departments post master police officer openings exclusively to current sworn officers before opening them publicly. Check the official employment portals of your target agencies directly and monitor their announcement boards so you're not caught applying after a roster has already filled.
Prepare a performance portfolio for the oral board
Oral boards for advanced law enforcement ranks often probe situational judgment and leadership decisions. Bring documented examples of incidents you managed, commendations received, or policy improvements you contributed to. Concrete cases outperform abstract answers about how you would handle a scenario.
Negotiate your starting step, not just base pay
Many civil service pay scales allow lateral hires to start at a higher step within the master police officer pay band based on verified years of sworn service. Request the step schedule during your conditional offer stage and document all prior service years for the HR review.
Master Police Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most master police officers?
WellSpan Health, City and County of San Francisco, and City of Dallas are hiring the most master police officers right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Availability shifts frequently as civil service hiring cycles open and close, so checking current listings regularly gives you the best picture.
How many master police officer jobs are remote?
About 17% of master police officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the inherently field-based nature of sworn law enforcement. Administrative or training-focused master police officer roles, such as policy writing, curriculum development, or internal affairs review positions, are the most likely to allow partial remote scheduling.
How do you become a master police officer?
You typically start by completing your state's basic law enforcement training academy and earning your POST certification. After accumulating the required years of sworn patrol or investigative experience, you apply for advancement through your department's civil service promotional process, which usually includes a written exam, an oral board, and a performance review. Some agencies also require completion of a supervisory leadership course or specialized unit assignment before the promotion is granted.
Can you get hired as a master police officer with limited experience?
Most agencies treat master police officer as an advanced rank that requires documented years of prior sworn service, so direct entry with no law enforcement background is rare. If you're early in your career, focus on securing a patrol officer position first, completing your field training, and building a record of commendations and specialized assignments that positions you for a competitive promotional application when you meet the time-in-service threshold.
What does the master police officer interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a written civil service exam testing law, judgment, and departmental policy. Candidates who pass move to an oral board panel made up of senior officers or civilian HR staff, where you're evaluated on situational decision-making and leadership. A thorough background investigation follows, including a polygraph at some agencies, and conditional offers are contingent on passing a medical and psychological evaluation.
Where can I find and apply to master police officer jobs?
You can find and apply to master police officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your rank, certifications, and geographic preference, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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