Sheriff Deputy I

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

1d • $30

About The Position

The Sheriff Deputy I position performs law enforcement work of moderate complexity, including enforcing laws, maintaining order, protecting life and property, and investigating and assisting in the prevention of crime; and performs related work as required. Work may be required on weekends and holidays according to assigned shift, and duties may be assigned in any geographical or functional unit of the department. This classification is the entry-level commissioned officer in the Sheriff's Department and is actively engaged in law enforcement activities. It is distinguished from Sergeant, which has supervisory responsibility for a unit on an assigned shift. THIS IS A TESTED POSITION. Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

Requirements

• At the time of appointment, applicants must possess a high school diploma or a General Education Development (GED) certificate.
• Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application.
• Valid driver license is required at time of application.
• Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.
• The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures.
• Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination.
• Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.
• The valid Arizona driver license shall be unencumbered by any ignition interlock restrictions.
• At time of appointment, must be 21 years of age, a resident of the State of Arizona, registered as a voter in Pima County, able to read and write the English language, and eligible to be certified by AZPOST per rule R13-4-105.
• All positions require satisfactory completion of a background investigation due to the need for access to law enforcement, corrections, and courts facilities, property, communications, and associated confidential information and documents, databases, and evidentiary materials.
• Pre-/post-appointment drug screening and polygraph examinations are required of all positions due to the need for access as described above.
• All positions are required to work rotating shifts, which includes days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, and to work an assigned post that can be rotated/reassigned at management’s discretion.
• The County requires pre-employment background checks.
• Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned area for the prevention of crime and enforcement of laws and ordinances
• Responds to requests for law enforcement services and takes appropriate action
• Arrests violators of laws and ordinances, and ensures violators are booked on charges
• Escorts prisoners to jail and court
• Enforces traffic laws, directs traffic, and provides information concerning the location of streets, routes, and buildings
• Investigates and prepares detailed reports of collisions
• Investigates suspicious conditions, activities, or persons
• Investigates and checks for wanted or missing persons and stolen property
• Participates in the operation of various units and the service of civil and criminal subpoenas and other court orders
• Participates in riot and crowd control
• Controls and restrains potentially violent persons
• Carries a department-authorized firearm at all times while on duty
• Prepares a variety of reports
• Conducts investigations of criminal cases and gathers, preserves, and analyzes facts and evidence
• Conducts follow-up investigations of preliminary investigative reports
• Interviews complainants, suspects, and witnesses while acting as the preliminary investigating officer
• Records statements and testimony
• Prepares and submits reports of criminal offenses, including modus operandi and description of incriminating evidence, for determination of guilt and prosecution of charges
• Prepares material evidence for courtroom presentation and testifies in court on various matters, including findings of investigations
• Provides information to attorneys and other authorized persons
• Assists in rescue activities for sick and injured persons.

Benefits

• Employees enjoy competitive salaries, generous health insurance coverage, and retirement plans that contribute to long-term financial security.
• Pima County recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, a generous family leave policy and wellness programs that prioritize employee well-being.
• Employees benefit from opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs.
• In addition, a County-wide employee recognition program rewards employees who exemplify the County values of being accountable, respectful and ethical as well as providing great customer service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED