Deputy Sheriff Lateral "Registry"

About the role

Protect lives and property, preserve the peace in Pinal County through the patrolling of assigned areas, impartial enforcement of laws, detaining and interviewing violators, apprehension of suspects, and responding to calls for assistance.

Responsibilities

• Enforce local, state and Federal laws, enforce compliance with local regulations and ordinances, according to Pinal County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) policies, procedures, post orders and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Respond to various types of emergency calls, secure and document crime scenes, conduct initial investigation by collecting evidence, and communicate directions to staff personnel and general public.
• Provide crisis intervention and mediation for subjects in emotional distress, control crime scene, resolve disputes, and assist other emergency responders.
• Inform residents about community programs and resources.
• Patrol assigned areas, looking for illegal, hazardous, and suspicious activities and persons, conduct traffic stops and investigate traffic accidents and criminal violations, investigate criminal and civil complaints and incidents, and interrogate, communicate, and assist with victims, witnesses, and suspects in cases.
• Arrest law violators, locate, pursue, and arrest criminal suspects, transport and process prisoners, serve arrest, search, and civil warrants and other court documents, and complete detailed reports and required technical paperwork.
• Provide courtroom testimony when summoned, provide factual statement of incidents, present evidence relating to cases before the court, and assist in the prosecution of criminal and civil cases.
• Maintain vehicles and equipment in clean and effective operating order.
• Aid and interact with other Sheriff's personnel, County departments, outside organizations and businesses, and Federal, state, and local law enforcement organizations in order to define and resolve law enforcement issues.
• May be assigned to special operations, enforcement, intervention, investigative and tactical teams, including search & rescue, K-9, armory, traffic, civil process, SOP, training, evidence, court records, and liaison with other agencies.
• Update PCSO files, records, and event logs, maintain appropriate records, and prepare accurate and timely reports as required.
• Maintain the integrity, professionalism, values, and goals of the Sheriff's Office by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.

Qualifications

• Current AZPOST certification.
• Completed POST continuing and proficiency training and firearms qualifications.
• Reside within a 10-mile limit from the Pinal County Border.
• Pass a thorough background investigation.
• Pass a drug screening.
• Pass a polygraph test.
• Pass a medical examination.
• Pass a psychological evaluation.
• Pass a driving record check.
• Pass a credit report check.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to make quick, sound decisions.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws.
• Proficiency in computer systems and software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

Non-exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act with benefits including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

Pay

Salary range based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Shift work with rotating shifts and potential overnight hours.