Detention Deputy - Trainee And Lateral

Maricopa County Sheriff's Office

Phoenix, AZ, US
Base: $27.00 - $36.25 hourly; trainee annual: $56,...
Valid arizona driver's license required
Ability to work rotating shifts
Physical readiness for academy training
Join the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office as a Detention Deputy to ensure public safety and maintain order within detention facilities

Job Summary

  • Join the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office as a Detention Deputy to ensure public safety and maintain order within detention facilities.
  • Candidates receive comprehensive paid training including a 12-week academy with physical readiness assessments, plus a $7,500 sign-on incentive.
  • The role requires working 24/7 shifts, performing physical tasks like lifting heavy objects and restraining inmates, and maintaining accurate records.

Matching Summary

Join the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office as a Detention Deputy to ensure public safety and maintain order within detention facilities.

Salary

Base: $27.00 - $36.25 hourly; Trainee annual: $56,160 + $7,500 sign-on; Lateral annual: up to $72,000+

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Valid Arizona driver's license required
  • Ability to work rotating shifts
  • Physical readiness for academy training
  • Pass background and polygraph exam
  • U.S. citizenship or work eligibility

Nice-to-have

  • Prior law enforcement experience preferred
  • Military service experience valued
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Emotional intelligence and conflict resolution
  • Commercial driver's license capability

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Valid Arizona driver's license
  • Pass medical, psychological, and polygraph exams
  • Two years consecutive corrections experience for lateral candidates

Work Rights

Must be U.S. Citizen or eligible to work in the U.S.

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