What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Sheriff position at MOHAVE COUNTY, AZ?
Deputy Sheriff
Full Time
Public Safety
This is a continuous recruitment to create a register of eligible candidates
2) Electronic application with AZ POST : After you have submitted your application, you will need to access the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZ POST) website to create a user account to complete and submit your Statement of Personal History and Application for Certification for post certification
- Please send your Form ID Number to MCSOSupplemental@mohave.gov
3) Schedule a test date : Once you have submitted your online application and AZ POST information, your information will be reviewed by the Mohave County Sheriff’s Department. If you are selected to continue in the recruitment process, you will receive an email invitation to schedule your testing date. (Check your email for the contact information)
2025 Deputy Sheriff - Written Test will be held :
January 27 & 28
March 24 & 25
May 12 & 13
July 21 & 22
September 22 & 23
November 3 & 4
Work involves participation in assigned in-service training and formal academic programs of instruction designed to qualify the incumbent for certification as a Deputy Sheriff. Upon hire as Deputy Sheriff you will be scheduled to attend and must successfully complete a recognized Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZ POST) training academy.
- Graduation from the academy requires trainees successfully complete the Arizona Post POPAT (Download PDF reader) (Police Officer Physical Aptitude Test).
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Formal academic instruction and in-service training are performed under immediate supervision; however, as skill and experience are gained in fulfilling routine duties, increasingly independent action may be authorized. Work is reviewed through observation, conferences, written examinations, performance tests and an evaluation of training records and reports.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma /GED.
- OR any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications.
- Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZ POST) peace officer certification.
- Successful experience as a law enforcement officer when filled from outside, prior law enforcement experience.
SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENT
- Must possess a valid driver’s license for operation of motor vehicles on Arizona roads at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position.
- Provide acceptable driving history at no cost to the County.
- Requires certification as a law enforcement officer by the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZ POST) Board.
- May be required to pass drug screen, complete physical agility testing, written test, oral board interview, polygraph examination, background investigation, final administrative interview, and other testing appropriate to law enforcement individuals.
https://resources.mohave.gov/file/HumanResources/Benefits/Benefits Overview.pdf
Closing Date/Time: 4/30/2025 12:00 AM Arizona
Mohave County
With over 13,400 square miles, Mohave County is the fifth largest county in the U.S., and sixth largest county by population in Arizona . Situated in northwestern Arizona, it borders Utah, Nevada and California and contains elevations from 500 to over 8,400 feet above sea level. Mohave County is a rapidly growing county and has over 209,550 full time residents. Populations can exceed 350,000 during the winter "snowbird" season. Most residents live in one of the four incorporated cities: Kingman (the County seat); Bullhead City; Lake Havasu City; or Colorado City. Mohave County has over 1,000 miles of fresh water shoreline along the Colorado River and its lakes include Mohave, Havasu and Mead. Boating, jet skiing, water skiing, fishing and white water rafting opportunities abound. Wilderness areas lie a short drive in any direction within the County. Campers, hikers, mountain bikers, rock hounds and horseback riders find easy access to scenic trails, hidden creeks, hot springs, and beautiful southwestern vistas. The western portion of the Grand Canyon offers hikers some of the most spectacular views in the United States. Laughlin, Nevada, lies across the Colorado River from Bullhead City providing easy access to gaming activities, entertainment and nightlife. Las Vegas is only 90 minutes from Kingman with a bypass to tour the historic Hoover Dam.
Salary : $61,298 - $80,018
