Deputy Constable

Posting Date

Final date to receive applications

Pay Range

Job Type

Department

About the Position

The Deputy Constable is an appointed position, working under the direction of the appointing Constable. The Deputy Constable assists the Constable and assumes the full responsibility of the Constable in his or her absence. A Deputy Constable possesses the

powers, and may perform the duties allowed by law, for the office of the Constable.

About Us

The mission of the Constables is to provide execution of mandated civil and criminal process to citizens of Maricopa County so they may receive timely, cost-effective, and professional service.

Proud To Offer

• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require

• High School Diploma or GED
• The Deputy Constable is required to be an AZPOST-certified law enforcement officer (Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training)

Other Requirements

• Must be able to pass an applicable background check
• Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license in good standing

We Also Value

• Prior police experience
• Skills in dealing with difficult and violent situations

Job Contributions

• Serves all civil process presented by the Constable or other competent authority, including subpoenas, summons, orders of protection, injunctions against harassment, writs of restitution (evictions), and writs of execution (property seizures)
• May be required to physically seize property to satisfy court judgments
• May be required to make civil arrests as ordered by the court
• May be called upon to attend the Court of the Justice of the Peace to maintain order
• Prepares reports, including criminal supplemental reports and incident reports when needed
• Completes affidavits of service for return to the court of origin
• Interacts with Constable and Justice Court Staff on daily basis.

Working Conditions

The Deputy Constable may encounter verbally and physically abusive defendants when serving orders of protection, seizing property, and evicting defendants from their homes and residences. The Deputy Constable may be required to intervene when criminal activity is observed.

Selection Procedure

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback to initiate the interactive process.

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