Aspiring Deputy Sheriff (AZPOST Trainee)

Coconino County Sheriff's Office; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coconino County Sheriff's Office in Arizona is recruiting a Deputy Recruit to begin a training path toward becoming a Deputy Sheriff. You will work under a training officer while completing the AZPOST academy and learning firearms handling, driving, and incident response.

This entry-level position emphasizes physical training, report writing, and applying civil and criminal laws. Certification, background checks, and a driver’s license are required, with advancement to Deputy Sheriff upon

Qualifications

• Must obtain AZPOST certification within one year of employment.
• Must pass AZPOST physical agility test.
• Must obtain Arizona driver's license by date of hire.
• Background check, drug screen and polygraph required.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply law enforcement principles, rules, techniques and the proper use of issued equipment.
• Develop report writing and communication skills for clear documentation.
• Discharge firearms safely and effectively in training and operations.
• Operate safely in high-pressure, public safety environments and emergencies.

Skills

Firearm handling

Report writing

Communication skills

Situational awareness

Emergency response

Education

AZ POST Certification

High school diploma / GED

Job description

The Coconino County Sheriff's Office in Arizona is recruiting a Deputy Recruit to begin a training path toward becoming a Deputy Sheriff. You will work under a training officer while completing the AZPOST academy and learning firearms handling, driving, and incident response.

This entry-level position emphasizes physical training, report writing, and applying civil and criminal laws. Certification, background checks, and a driver’s license are required, with advancement to Deputy Sheriff upon