Steps in the police officer testing selection process for police recruits and police laterals. Please refer to the "Police Officer – How To Apply" page, also located at the bottom of the "Police Employment" page in the City website.JOINPHXPD is Phoenix Police Department Officer recruitment info. For new police officer recruits, the first step is to review AzPOST and TPD minimum requirements (PDF). Must have at the time of hire and be able to maintain a valid Arizona driver license. Must be a Certified Police Officer at the time of application. Complete the psychological exam. Receive and accept the final job offer. Following receipt of a tentative selection letter, you must complete preemployment requirements. After successfully completing a background investigation, you are eligible to receive a final job offer.