at Maricopa County Sheriff's Office in Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Job Description
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum education and/or experience:
High school diploma or GED
Must be a U.S. citizen
Must be twenty (20) years and six (6) months of age at the time of application, and 21 years of age prior to the completion of the Sheriff's academy.
Must meet Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) standards, as determined through the pre-employment process, as indicated here: https://apps.azsos.gov/public_services/Title_13/13-04.pdf
Individuals with lapsed Arizona POST certification, and those who have served as a certified peace officer in another state or federal agency, please submit an application for the Deputy Sheriff - Lateral position.
Specialized training, certifications, and/or other special requirements:
Must possess, or have the ability to obtain by the time of hire, a valid Arizona driver's license.
Must provide a valid government issued birth certificate at the time of background processing.
Certified by the State of Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZ POST) as a Peace Officer.
Training on the following provided on-the-job: FEMA NIMS – IS100 AND 700, OSHA, payroll, and PREA.
Prior to hiring, the Sheriff's Office requires that all applicants complete the following: orientation, background investigation, polygraph examination, written examination, physical readiness assessment (PRA), medical exam and psychological exam.
ESSENTIAL JOB TASKS:
The Deputy Sheriff in the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) enforces laws and maintains order while protecting life and property. The Deputy Sheriff is responsible for ensuring the public safety of the citizens of Maricopa County and the State of Arizona in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws, regulations and MCSO policies.Criminal investigations
Conducts traffic and criminal investigations, using accepted methods and techniques to identify, secure, collect and protect evidence and crime scenes; conducts interviews with victims, witnesses, and suspects, gathering information, developing probable cause, making arrests and executing search warrants.
Response to calls for service
Responds quickly to emergency situations via department vehicle using vehicle's emergency equipment when needed (e.g., lights and sirens); determines the quickest and safest approach to an emergency scene; determines the best strategy for restoring or maintaining order and safety; uses defensive tactics and appropriate level of force, to include using assigned weapons (e.g., firearm, Taser, baton), to control a situation; issues warnings and/or citations to ensure public safety and compliance with the law.
Patrol duties
Maintains a safe and secure community by identifying and responding to in-progress criminal activity and unusual or suspicious circumstances, vehicles, packages; makes observations, writes reports, communicates with the public and provides a level of service required in conjunction with all local, state and federal laws, as well as all applicable policies and procedures of the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office; engages the community in positive proactive policing practices to fulfill the departments mission, establishes strong ties and relationships within the community by conducting oneself in a professional, fair and transparent manner at all times.
Training
Attends, implements and provides all required training associated with the duties and functions of a law enforcement officer as specified by Arizona Police Officers Standards Training Board (POST) and the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office.
Administration
Interacts with the public and staff by effectively communicating verbally, and in writing, to direct, ascertain information, document incidents, requirements, needs and conditions within the facility; operates electronic and other equipment (e.g., telephones, portable radios, desktop and mobile computers, cameras); independently gathers information through a variety of methods in order to document information and actions; utilizes technology to access information and records, and documents in reports as required by policy.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
The Maricopa County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the exam process only those candidates who are considered the most highly qualified. Those selected will be required to attend an orientation then pass a written exam and a physical readiness assessment. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a list provided by Human Resources. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account