Deputy Sheriff Trainee

Deputy Sheriff Trainee

Requirements

• 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
• 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

Responsibilities

• Enforces laws and maintains order while protecting life and property
• Conducts traffic and criminal investigations, using accepted methods and techniques to identify, secure, collect and protect evidence and crime scenes
• Responds quickly to emergency situations via department vehicle using vehicle’s emergency equipment when needed
• Maintains a safe and secure community by identifying and responding to in-progress criminal activity and unusual or suspicious circumstances
• Attends, implements and provides all required training associated with the duties and functions of a law enforcement officer
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Any combination of advanced education (AA, BA, BS or Graduate Degree) or experience (including Military)