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Summary

Deputy Sheriff

Pinal County offers some of the best benefits in Arizona! We offer a wide range of employee benefits. You can read more details about our organizations benefit program or you can review the list below:

An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work Life Balance.

• Paid Vacation And Sick Leave
• Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish
• Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!
• Top Tier Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Telehealth
• Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the Dept of Education
• Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options
• Civil Service Leave
• VanPool Options
• Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses
• Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance

This listing closes on 9/21/2026 at 11:59 PM Arizona.

Salary: $65,699.00 - $86,203.00 Annually

Location: PCSO Administration - 971 Jason Lopez Circle Bldg C Florence AZ 85132, AZ

Job Type: Full-Time

Opening Date: 12/23/2025

Closing Date: 9/21/2026 at 11:59 PM Arizona

Department: Sheriff's Office

Job Number: 202600321

Job Summary

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, and develop and maintain effective relationships with residents and community organizations under basic supervision.

Typical Classification Essential Duties

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) and make proper decisions using sound judgment.

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.

Assist 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.

To promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation.

Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.

Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements to Perform Work

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Must be a minimum of twenty-one (21) years of age, a United States citizen, and demonstrate the ability to successfully complete written, psychological, polygraph, physical or stress test, gun qualifications, pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and background examinations.

AZPOST Certified

12 months of full time employment as a Sworn Peace Officer (12 months of patrol duties required; detention/correctional duties are not eligible)

Valid Arizona State Driver's License.

Must pass a thorough background investigation.

*MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR OUT OF STATE LATERAL APPLICANTS:

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Must be a minimum of twenty-one (21) years of age, a United States citizen, and demonstrate the ability to successfully complete psychological, polygraph, physical or stress test, gun qualifications, pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and background examinations.

Current POST Certified

Applicant must be currently employed by a law enforcement agency.

12 months of full time employment as a Sworn Peace Officer (12 months of patrol duties required; detention/correctional duties are not eligible)

For ACJIS users - must pass a thorough background investigation and background re-investigation every 5 years.

Valid Driver's License.

Must pass a thorough background investigation.

Must pass Arizona POST waiver exam (practical, written, driving, etc)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of Sheriff's Office policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

Knowledge of state and Federal laws, regulations and statutes, including rules of evidence, pursuit and search techniques, use-of-force rules, criminal and traffic codes, and special areas of assignment.

Knowledge of Arizona criminal justice and court systems, procedures, and protocols.

Knowledge of investigative and interrogative procedures and protocols for observation and memorization of critical details.

Knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, practices, methods, techniques, and equipment.

Knowledge of hazardous chemicals and materials, first aid, and CPR.

Knowledge of geography, roads, and landmarks of Pinal County.

Knowledge of principles of records management.

Skill in interpreting laws and regulations, making decisions, maintaining composure, and working effectively under stressful conditions and emergency situations.

Skill in effectively managing situations requiring diplomacy, understanding, fairness, firmness, and sound judgment.

Skill in the care, maintenance, and safe operation of a variety of firearms, impact weapons, chemical agents, mobile data terminals, and other law enforcement tools and equipment.

Ability to remain alert at all times and react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.

Ability to interact with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.

Ability to recognize suspicious behavior patterns, mediate difficult situations, and use effective arrest and control techniques.

Ability to operate motor vehicles and special equipment during emergency, high-risk situations.

Ability to operate a personal computer and specialized software applications.

Ability to work alternating work schedules, weekends, holidays and be subject to call-out.

Ability to work various (12) hour shifts and be subject to mandatory overtime.

Ability to work independently and as a team member.

Ability to follow and effectively communicate verbal and written instructions.

Physical Demands

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for adequate physical performance abilities including the ability to balance, climb, crawl, crouch, finger, feel, grasp, handle, reach, kneel, stoop, stand, ascend/descend stairs, perform repetitive motions

Job Description

Deputy Sheriff

Pinal County offers some of the best benefits in Arizona! We offer a wide range of employee benefits. You can read more details about our organizations benefit program or you can review the list below:

An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work Life Balance.

• Paid Vacation And Sick Leave
• Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish
• Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!
• Top Tier Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Telehealth
• Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the Dept of Education
• Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options
• Civil Service Leave
• VanPool Options
• Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses
• Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance

This listing closes on 9/21/2026 at 11:59 PM Arizona.

Salary: $65,699.00 - $86,203.00 Annually

Location: PCSO Administration - 971 Jason Lopez Circle Bldg C Florence AZ 85132, AZ

Job Type: Full-Time

Opening Date: 12/23/2025

Closing Date: 9/21/2026 at 11:59 PM Arizona

Department: Sheriff's Office

Job Number: 202600321

Job Summary

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, and develop and maintain effective relationships with residents and community organizations under basic supervision.

Typical Classification Essential Duties

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) and make proper decisions using sound judgment.

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.

Assist 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.

To promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation.

Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.

Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements to Perform Work

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Must be a minimum of twenty-one (21) years of age, a United States citizen, and demonstrate the ability to successfully complete written, psychological, polygraph, physical or stress test, gun qualifications, pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and background examinations.

AZPOST Certified

12 months of full time employment as a Sworn Peace Officer (12 months of patrol duties required; detention/correctional duties are not eligible)

Valid Arizona State Driver's License.

Must pass a thorough background investigation.

*MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR OUT OF STATE LATERAL APPLICANTS:

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Must be a minimum of twenty-one (21) years of age, a United States citizen, and demonstrate the ability to successfully complete psychological, polygraph, physical or stress test, gun qualifications, pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and background examinations.

Current POST Certified

Applicant must be currently employed by a law enforcement agency.

12 months of full time employment as a Sworn Peace Officer (12 months of patrol duties required; detention/correctional duties are not eligible)

For ACJIS users - must pass a thorough background investigation and background re-investigation every 5 years.

Valid Driver's License.

Must pass a thorough background investigation.

Must pass Arizona POST waiver exam (practical, written, driving, etc)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of Sheriff's Office policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

Knowledge of state and Federal laws, regulations and statutes, including rules of evidence, pursuit and search techniques, use-of-force rules, criminal and traffic codes, and special areas of assignment.

Knowledge of Arizona criminal justice and court systems, procedures, and protocols.

Knowledge of investigative and interrogative procedures and protocols for observation and memorization of critical details.

Knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, practices, methods, techniques, and equipment.

Knowledge of hazardous chemicals and materials, first aid, and CPR.

Knowledge of geography, roads, and landmarks of Pinal County.

Knowledge of principles of records management.

Skill in interpreting laws and regulations, making decisions, maintaining composure, and working effectively under stressful conditions and emergency situations.

Skill in effectively managing situations requiring diplomacy, understanding, fairness, firmness, and sound judgment.

Skill in the care, maintenance, and safe operation of a variety of firearms, impact weapons, chemical agents, mobile data terminals, and other law enforcement tools and equipment.

Ability to remain alert at all times and react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.

Ability to interact with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.

Ability to recognize suspicious behavior patterns, mediate difficult situations, and use effective arrest and control techniques.

Ability to operate motor vehicles and special equipment during emergency, high-risk situations.

Ability to operate a personal computer and specialized software applications.

Ability to work alternating work schedules, weekends, holidays and be subject to call-out.

Ability to work various (12) hour shifts and be subject to mandatory overtime.

Ability to work independently and as a team member.

Ability to follow and effectively communicate verbal and written instructions.

Physical Demands

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for adequate physical performance abilities including the ability to balance, climb, crawl, crouch, finger, feel, grasp, handle, reach, kneel, stoop, stand, ascend/descend stairs, perform repetitive motions