Deputy Sheriff

Yuma County Sheriff’s Office
yumacountysheriff.org

YUMA COUNTY DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, RELIGION, AGE OR DISABILITY.

Type:
Full Time
Classification:
Non-exempt, eligible for overtime compensation
Salary: $30.21–$36.08/hr D.O.Q.
Grade: 256
Closing Date:
Open until filled

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YUMA COUNTY DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, RELIGION, AGE OR DISABILITY.

Under general supervision, performs technical work of moderate difficulty in law enforcement and investigative duties. This position has department specific responsibility.

High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Certification within one (1) year of appointment; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preference will be given to applicants that are currently AZPOST Certified.

• Requires successfully completing a background check, physical, psychological and polygraph examination, and drug test prior to appointment;
• Must be 21 years of age and a United States citizen;
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license;
• Must be willing to submit to random drug testing;
• Ability to work all three shifts (days, afternoons, and graveyards), holidays, and weekends.

The above information is intended to describe the general nature of this position and is not to be considered a complete statement of duties, responsibilities and requirements.

NOTE:
Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants to participate in any stage of the recruitment process. Requests for accommodation must be made through the Yuma County Human Resources Department in advance of the event, or as soon as practical.

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• Patrols assigned area for the prevention of crime, enforcement of laws and protection of life and property;
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service;
• Conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations on crimes and traffic collisions;
• Arrests violators of law; identifies and interviews witnesses, victims and criminals;
• Prepares and maintains detailed reports and documentation; secures accident and crime scenes;
• Responsible for crowd control; administers first aid; identifies, collects and secures evidence, and maintains chain of evidence for criminal investigations;
• Apprehends, detains and searches suspects, and cites or arrests for civil and criminal law violations;
• Transports and books arrestees; assists in surveillance work;
• Executes various writs, subpoenas and court orders; appears in court to present evidence and/or testify as a witness;
• Maintains patrol vehicle and equipment according to Department standards;
• Conducts police-related community awareness; regular and reliable attendance; performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of: Yuma County policies and procedures;
County, state and Federal laws, regulations and ordinances;
Sheriff’s Office policies and procedures; law enforcement principles, methods, practices, equipment and procedures; geography, roads, and streets of Yuma county; law enforcement investigation principles; blood borne pathogens; and hazardous materials, conditions and devices.

Skills in: Learning and applying law enforcement principles, rules, techniques and the proper use of issued equipment; managing situations firmly, courteously, tactfully and impartially; applying good judgment and making effective decisions under pressure; use of firearms, motor vehicles and other law enforcement equipment; preparing clear, comprehensive, and accurate reports; interviewing and dealing impartially with people of different backgrounds; administering first aid and CPR;

operating computerized technology and job-related software applications.

Ability to: Work independently with minimal supervision; comprehend, retain, and recall factual information; maintain proficiency in the use of assigned firearms;…