Deputy Recruit/Lateral - Fredonia- Sheriff's Office (0726)

Coconino County Sheriff's Office; Fredonia (AZ); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Coconino County is seeking a Deputy Recruit to train under supervision, learning law enforcement and investigative duties while preparing for AZPOST certification. The trainee role emphasizes discipline, physical conditioning, and gradual responsibility under a training officer or academy staff.

Upon academy completion and departmental approval, advancement to Deputy Sheriff is possible. The position requires U.S.

Formación

• 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 and maintain it throughout employment.
• Must submit to background check and pass drug screen, polygraph examination.

Responsabilidades

• Attends AZPOST academy to learn deputy sheriff principles, methods and techniques.
• Attends indoor and outdoor classes and training sessions; participates in rigorous physical training.
• Learns to drive a motor vehicle safely in normal and emergency conditions.
• Learns to demonstrate command presence in conflict situations.
• Learns to write clear, comprehensive reports with correct grammar and spelling.
• Learns to understand, interpret and apply criminal and civil laws.
• Learns use of firearms and first aid methods.
• Performs duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Report writing

Communication

Educación

AZ POST Certification

Descripción del empleo

Under close supervision, and in a training capacity, is responsible for technical work of moderate difficulty in law enforcement or investigative duties; performs related work as assigned.

Deputy Recruit is the trainee level with incumbents occupying the classification prior to their completion of an Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZPOST) academy. Deputy Recruits normally work in a training capacity supervised by a training officer or academy staff. Work methods and results are under constant review by supervisory personnel through observation, discussion, written and proficiency testing and results achieved. Upon completion of the academy and subject to departmental approval, a Deputy Recruit may be promoted to the Deputy Sheriff class. Except under special circumstances, a Deputy Recruit who fails to successfully complete the academy in which they are enrolled, and promote to Deputy Sheriff, will be terminated from the Deputy Recruit classification.

Please Note:

For questions regarding this posting please contact the Sheriff's Office at 928-226-5069.(Illustrative Only)

• Attends and obtains Certification by the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZPOST) academy to learn the principles, methods and techniques employed by the Deputy Sheriff class
• Attends indoor and outdoor classes and training sessions for preparation as a Deputy Sheriff
• Performs rigorous physical training
• Learns to drive a motor vehicle under normal and emergency conditions safely
• Learns to demonstrate command presence in conflict situations
• Learns to write clear, comprehensive and accurate reports, legibly and with correct grammar and spelling
• Learns to understand, interpret and apply criminal and civil laws
• Learns use of various firearms and first aid methods
• Performs related duties as assigned

Essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: driving; working with and around other public officials, citizens and staff; dealing with interruptions; writing, writing weapons qualifications, telephones, etc. May be exposed to extreme weather conditions, hazards including mechanical, burns, electrical, explosives, chemicals, heights and others and exposure to adverse atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dust, mist, gases and others.

Must be U.S. citizen (Ariz. Admin. Code § R13-04-105(A)(1) (2016), 21 years of age at time of appointment, high school graduate (or G.E.D.).

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must obtain certification from the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZPOST) within one year of employment with the Coconino County Sheriff's Office. Must pass AZPOST prescribed physical agility test. Must obtain an Arizona driver's license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Must submit to a background search and successfully pass drug screen, physical and polygraph examination prior to employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:

• AZ POST Certification
• Law Enforcement Experience
• Detention Experience

The Ideal Candidate has solid experience in detention center operations, supported by a disciplined military background and practical law enforcement expertise. They bring strong situational awareness, proven reliability, and the ability to perform effectively in high-pressure environments.

This position is non-exempt from overtime.

This position is safety sensitive.

Working knowledge of:

• Relevant laws, rules and regulations pertaining to law enforcement
• County geography
• Relevant laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to civil process

Skill in:

• Preparing and maintaining records and reports

Ability to:

• Effectively and safely handle and discharge a firearm
• Learn and apply law enforcement principles, rules, techniques, and the proper use of issued equipment
• Act quickly and calmly with proper judgment in emergency situations
• Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, community groups, and the public
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.