HARD EARNED,
PROUDLY WORN.
Few jobs have more impact on the lives of others than that of a Maricopa County Deputy Sheriff. You’ll be helping to ensure the safety and well-being of millions. And by so doing, impacting your own life by doing meaningful work and securing your future.
CONTACT A RECRUITERPOSITIONS THAT ALIGN WITH YOUR PASSION.
As a Deputy Sheriff, your career opportunities are extensive. You can advance in rank, earn assignments to specialized teams, or pursue other careers within MCSO, such as Emergency Dispatch, Detention Officer, and a wide range of civilian opportunities.
Specialized Deputy Sheriff Assignments:
- Lake Patrol
- Aviation
- K-9 Handler
- Fugitive Apprehension Tactical Enforcement (FATE)
- Dive Team
HARD EARNED,
PROUDLY WORN.
Few jobs have more impact on the lives of others than that of a Maricopa County Deputy Sheriff. You’ll be helping to ensure the safety and well-being of millions. And by so doing, impacting your own life by doing meaningful work and securing your future.
CONTACT A RECRUITER
POSITIONS THAT ALIGN WITH YOUR PASSION.
As a Deputy Sheriff, your career opportunities are extensive. You can advance in rank, earn assignments to specialized teams, or pursue other careers within MCSO, such as Emergency Dispatch, Detention Officer, and a wide range of civilian opportunities.
Specialized Deputy Sheriff Assignments:
- Lake Patrol
- Aviation
- K-9 Handler
- Fugitive Apprehension Tactical Enforcement (FATE)
- Dive Team
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
REQUIREMENTS
- Ability and willingness to work hard and conscientiously regardless of assignment and be committed to MCSO’s mission
- Ability to act and make decisions through thoughtful consideration and discretion without regard to personal preference or bias
- Ability to solve problems quickly in emergency situations and under stress
- Ability to maintain composure in difficult or stressful situations such as those that require emergency action
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must be 20 years and 6 months of age at the time of application
- Must be 21 years of age prior to completing the Sheriff’s academy
- Must meet the requirements of the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Board as described here
PHYSICAL READINESS ASSESSMENT (PRA)
Trainee applicants who successfully complete the written exam, background investigation, and polygraph examination must successfully demonstrate physical readiness by completing the following assessments:
ASSESMENT: | WHAT IS MEASURED BY THE ASSESSMENT: | PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENT* |
Vertical Jump | Explosive Leg Strength | 18 Inches Vertical (15.5 Inches with a Yardstick) |
One (1) Repetition Max (RM) - Bench Press | Upper Body Absolute Strength | Push 72% of Body Weight or 115 Pounds |
Agility Run | Agility and Coordination | 19.0 Seconds |
300 Meter Run | Anaerobic Power and Speed | 72 Seconds |
Maximum Push-Ups | Upper Body Dynamic Strength or Muscular Endurance | Twenty (20) |
1.5 Mile Run/Walk | Aerobic Power | 17 minutes, 44 seconds or less |
* Graduation from the academy requires trainees successfully complete the Arizona Post POPAT (Download PDF reader) (Police Officer Physical Aptitude Test).
HONOR THE LAW.
SERVE THE PEOPLE.
THE BENEFITS
Maricopa County offers a Total Compensation Package that includes competitive salaries and a comprehensive, affordable benefits package. Our generous benefit options are some of the best in Arizona and just one of the unique advantages of working as a Maricopa County Deputy Sheriff.
COMPETITIVE PAY
PAID PARENTAL LEAVE*
FULL BENEFITS
PAID EDUCATION AND TRAINING
RETIREMENT SECURITY
PAID HOLIDAYS AND VACATION
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE**
Up to $7,500 including up to $3,000 for temporary housing.
* Employees with 12 months of continuous service with the County are eligible for up to 240 hours (6 weeks) of Paid Parental Leave for the birth or adoption of a child. This is in addition to paid vacation and sick leave.
**For those residing outside Maricopa County
ONE CAREER.
COUNTLESS PATHS.
New Recruit
Following a successful pre-employment process, post-hire participation in a paid, 24-week Deputy Sheriff academy is required.
Lateral Applicants
Individuals with a current or previous Arizona POST certification or previous/current Law Enforcement Officers in another state or federal agency may qualify for the Deputy Sheriff – Lateral position.
ONE CAREER.
COUNTLESS PATHS.
New Recruit
Following a successful pre-employment process, post-hire participation in a paid, 24-week Deputy Sheriff academy is required.
Lateral Applicants
Individuals with a current or previous Arizona POST certification or previous/current Law Enforcement Officers in another state or federal agency may qualify for the Deputy Sheriff – Lateral position.
I HAVE WHAT IT TAKES
If you’re called to a career with a higher purpose and possess the unique talents and traits that best serve members of law enforcement, we encourage you to apply to become an MCSO Deputy Sheriff today.
CONTACT A RECRUITER