Deputy Sheriff Lateral

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

6d • $73,008 - $102,960

About The Position

The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office is hiring a Deputy Sheriff to enforce laws, maintain order, and protect life and property while ensuring public safety in Maricopa County and Arizona. Deputies perform law enforcement duties in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws and MCSO policies. The role calls for integrity, sound judgment, effective communication, problem-solving, and the ability to work collaboratively and serve people from all backgrounds.

Duties include conducting traffic and criminal investigations; responding to emergency calls; patrolling communities; attending and providing required training; communicating with the public and staff; documenting incidents and actions; and using technology and law-enforcement equipment. Assignments, locations, and shifts may vary, and the operation runs 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The listed annual salary range is $73,008 to $102,960, depending on experience; the posting also notes that successful applicants are typically compensated at $33.25 per hour, with higher starting placement potentially considered for comparable experience. Laterals may earn up to $102,960 in their first year. The role is non-exempt under the FLSA. The posting offers a $7,500 sign-on incentive, up to $5,250 in annual education reimbursement, three weeks of vacation in the first year, and eligible employees may receive up to six weeks of paid paternal leave for a birth or adoption. Relocation reimbursement of up to $7,500 may be available to successful candidates who live outside Maricopa County, subject to documentation and County discretion.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years old at the time of application.
• For AZ POST-certified candidates, possess active certification as a Full-Authority Peace Officer issued by the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board.
• Candidates with lapsed Arizona POST certification or certification from another state or federal agency must be eligible to gain Arizona POST certification through waiver testing or successful completion of a basic academy.
• Possess or be able to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire.
• Complete the required physical readiness assessment, background investigation, polygraph exam, medical exam, and psychological exam before hiring.
• Demonstrate work ethic and integrity, attention to detail, reasoning and judgment, problem-solving, leadership, ability to function under stress, and teamwork.

Nice To Haves

• A combination of advanced education (AA, BA, BS, or graduate degree) or experience, including military experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct traffic and criminal investigations, identify and protect evidence and crime scenes, interview victims, witnesses, and suspects, develop probable cause, make arrests, and execute search warrants.
• Respond to emergency calls, determine safe and timely approaches and strategies, use defensive tactics and an appropriate level of force, and issue warnings or citations as needed.
• Patrol to identify and respond to criminal activity and suspicious circumstances; observe, write reports, communicate with the public, and provide service consistent with laws and MCSO policies.
• Engage in proactive community policing and build community relationships through professional, fair, and transparent conduct.
• Attend, implement, and provide required law-enforcement training specified by Arizona POST and MCSO.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with the public and staff, gather and document information, operate electronic equipment, access records and information, and prepare required reports.

Benefits

• Up to $7,500 sign-on incentive.
• Up to $5,250 annually in education reimbursement.
• Three weeks of vacation in the first year.
• Eligible employees may receive up to six weeks of paid paternal leave for the birth or adoption of a child.
• Paid training.
• Relocation reimbursement up to $7,500 for successful candidates residing outside Maricopa County, subject to conditions.
• Benefits and generous leave.

What This Job Offers

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