Sheriff Deputy I

Pima County•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

The Sheriff Deputy I performs law enforcement work of moderate complexity, including enforcing laws, maintaining order, protecting life and property, and investigating and helping prevent crime. This is the entry-level commissioned officer classification in the Sheriff's Department. Deputies may be assigned to any geographical or functional unit, with work assignments determined by departmental needs. The role is distinguished from Sergeant, which has supervisory responsibility for a unit on an assigned shift. This is a tested position.

Requirements

At appointment, possess a high school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate.
Valid driver's license at time of application and valid Arizona driver's license at time of appointment.
At appointment, be at least 21 years old, a resident of Arizona, registered to vote in Pima County, able to read and write English, and eligible for AZPOST certification under rule R13-4-105.
Complete satisfactory background investigations and required pre- and post-appointment drug screening and polygraph examinations.
Successfully complete the required selection assessments, including a multiple-choice exam, physical fitness assessment, and oral board interview.
Meet the physical and sensory requirements of the position, including safe motor vehicle operation; firearm and equipment use; communication and observation; walking or running over varied terrain; and carrying, lifting, pushing, or pulling objects as described in the posting.
Obtain and maintain required licenses and certifications; the Arizona driver's license must not have ignition interlock restrictions.
Pass Fleet Services' review and approval of the driving record, including a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review.

Responsibilities

Patrol assigned areas to prevent crime and enforce laws and ordinances.
Respond to requests for law enforcement services and take appropriate action.
Arrest violators and ensure they are booked on charges.
Escort prisoners to jail and court.
Enforce traffic laws, direct traffic, and provide information about streets, routes, and buildings.
Investigate collisions and prepare detailed reports.
Investigate suspicious conditions, activities, and persons; check for wanted or missing persons and stolen property.
Participate in department units and serve civil and criminal subpoenas and other court orders.
Participate in riot and crowd control and control or restrain potentially violent persons.
Carry a department-authorized firearm while on duty.
Prepare a variety of reports.
Investigate criminal cases and gather, preserve, and analyze facts and evidence.
Conduct follow-up investigations based on preliminary investigative reports.
Interview complainants, suspects, and witnesses as the preliminary investigating officer; record statements and testimony.
Prepare and submit criminal offense reports, including modus operandi and descriptions of incriminating evidence, for determination of guilt and prosecution.
Prepare material evidence for courtroom presentation and testify in court about matters including investigative findings.
Provide information to attorneys and other authorized persons.
Assist in rescue activities for sick and injured persons.