Deputy Recruit/Lateral - Page - Sheriffs Office (0626)
Salary
$65,347.00 Annually
Location
Page, AZ
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Job Number
0804738
Department
Sheriffs Office
Opening Date
06/09/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Nature of Work
Under close supervision, and in a training capacity, is responsible for technical work of moderate difficulty in law enforcement or investigative duties; performs related work as assigned.
Deputy Recruit is the trainee level with incumbents occupying the classification prior to their completion of an Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZPOST) academy. Deputy Recruits normally work in a training capacity supervised by a training officer or academy staff. Work methods and results are under constant review by supervisory personnel through observation, discussion, written and proficiency testing and results achieved. Upon completion of the academy and subject to departmental approval, a Deputy Recruit may be promoted to the Deputy Sheriff class. Except under special circumstances, a Deputy Recruit who fails to successfully complete the academy in which they are enrolled, and promote to Deputy Sheriff, will be terminated from the Deputy Recruit classification.
Please Note:
For questions regarding this posting please contact the Sheriffs Office at 928-226-5069.
Typical Duties
(Illustrative Only)
Essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: driving; working with and around other public officials, citizens and staff; dealing with interruptions; writing, writing weapons qualifications, telephones, etc. May be exposed to extreme weather conditions, hazards including mechanical, burns, electrical, explosives, chemicals, heights and others and exposure to adverse atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dust, mist, gases and others.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be U.S. citizen (Ariz. Admin. Code § R13-04-105(A)(1) (2016), 21 years of age at time of appointment, high school graduate (or G.E.D.).
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must obtain certification from the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZPOST) within one year of employment with the Coconino County Sheriffs Office. Must pass AZPOST prescribed physical agility test. Must obtain an Arizona drivers license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Must submit to a background search and successfully pass drug screen, physical and polygraph examination prior to employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:
AZ POST Certification
Law Enforcement Experience
Detention Experience
The ideal candidate has solid experience in detention center operations, supported by a disciplined military background and practical law enforcement expertise. They bring strong situational awareness, proven reliability, and the ability to perform effectively in high-pressure environments.
This position is non-exempt from overtime.
This position is safety sensitive.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Employee Benefits
Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits
package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:
(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits).
Vacation/Annual Leave
Sick Leave
10 Holidays Per Year
Health Care Insurance
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Group Life Insurance
Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
Sick Leave Conversion Plan
Personal Day Purchase Program
Vacation Sell Back Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Wellness Program
Long-Term Disability
Public Safety Retirement System
Employee Assistance Program
On-going Training Opportunities
Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass
Elective Coverage
Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Tax-deferred investment program
Accidental and Disability Insurance
Short Term Disability
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Sheriffs Office: As part of the application process, you are required to submit a completed background packet to the Sheriffs Office prior to the close date of this position. The following link will direct you the site necessary to complete the background check. If you need assistance or have any questions regarding the website, please call 928.226.5069. https://my.azpost.gov/ I understand that a background check is required as part of this application process.
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If I am moved into backgrounds, I understand that I will not receive, and I am not entitled to, a copy of the report or to know its contents, and I further understand that the contents will be used in an evaluation process for employment with the Coconino County Sheriff's Office. Further, no documents submitted by me will be returned and no copies of any other reports or documents utilized for or during my application for employment will be furnished or given to me. If I am not selected for employment, I WILL NOT BE ADVISED OF THE REASONS FOR NON- SELECTION. PLEASE CONFIRM YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND, AND AGREE TO THE AFOREMENTIONED CONDITIONS AND CRITERIA. Do you agree to these terms?
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I am aware this position is located in Page, AZ and I will need to live there.
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The Coconino County Sheriffs Office offers full testing services for the position of Deputy Sheriff Recruit through National Testing Network, Inc. To fill out an application and schedule a test, go to www.nationaltestingnetwork.com, select Law Enforcement and sign up for the Coconino County Sheriffs Office. What to expect at the www.nationaltestingnetwork.com website: • Completion of the application process • Review all information related to the Coconino County Sheriffs Office Deputy Recruit position, including minimum requirements, salary and benefits. • Detailed information about the testing process for the entry level test. • Opportunity to take online practice tests at www.frontlinetest.com. • Schedule your own convenient test time. Tests are offered multiple times a week, including Saturdays. • Take high quality job simulation tests in a standardized, fair testing environment. Upon completion of the entry level exam, all candidate scores are automatically forwarded to the Coconino County Sheriffs Office. Candidates who attain a passing score on the entry level exam will be placed on the departments eligibility list. Coconino County Sheriffs Office will contact candidates on the list and will invite them to continue to participate in other stages of the department selection process. National Testing Network is a service provided to conduct entry level testing in a standardized, professional environment. National Testing Network does not replace the Coconino County Sheriffs Office responsibility and decision making in the testing process. All candidate results are provided to the Coconino County Sheriffs Office where the final decisions are made. I understand that this testing is required as part of the application process.
Required Question
Employer Coconino County
Address 219 E Cherry Ave
Flagstaff, Arizona, 86001
Phone 928-679-7100
Website http://www.coconino.az.gov