Operations Assistant

Operations Assistant

Salary

$37,592.67 - $49,629.22 Annually

Location

Prescott, AZ

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

3114-26E-02Prescott

Division

Highway Patrol Division

Opening Date

06/12/2026

• Description
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• Questions

Summary Statement

The Arizona Department of Public Safety is seeking a motivated individual for the Operations Assistant position in Prescott. The position works under general supervision and performs a variety of support tasks assisting law enforcement personnel. Performs related duties as required. This is a competitive classification. This recruitment will be used to establish an 18-month eligibility list to fill current and future vacancies in the Prescott area. Apply right away; recruitment may close without notice. Must successfully complete the examination process.

TEST

In-Person Written exam - 100% weighted

Click here to review the exam plan document relating to the testing for this position.

If you have a disability which may require a reasonable accommodation, please notify Human Resources in writing prior to the test date.

Essential Functions (not intended to be all inclusive)

1. Receives, documents, stores, secures, and transports a variety of evidential material and property; maintains chain-of-custody. Releases property to authorized personnel.

2. Assists officers as directed with emergency and/or routine duties.

3. Assists the public with first-on-scene aid (e.g. traffic control, fire control).

4. Provides limited assistance to motorists with disabled vehicles (e.g. loaning tools, providing water for cooling system, transporting to a telephone or for fuel, parts, etc.).

5. Transports supplies, mail, documents, equipment, and vehicles to designated locations as required.

6. Orders, ships and receives supplies and equipment; stocks, organizes, and maintains materials for efficient accessibility. Performs inventory control and reconciles discrepancies.

7. Maintains neat and orderly work area.

8. Schedules vehicles for needed maintenance and repairs. Inspects vehicles for maintenance needs.

9. Performs routine clerical duties. Answers telephones; prepares, duplicates, or shreds documents; updates and maintains a variety of manual and computerized records and files; searches files and documents to resolve discrepancies, gather statistics, or provide information. Assists visitors with information or referrals. Serves as backup to other office personnel as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

Knowledge of:

1. accurate establishment and maintenance of records management systems.

2. the basic principles of receiving, returning, lifting, moving, stacking and storing supplies.

3. the basic principles of the proper use, storage and handling of hazardous materials.

4. establishment and maintenance of computerized and manual inventory systems.

5. basic procedures for handling evidence and preserving the chain-of-custody.

Ability to:

1. develop and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.

2. interpret and follow oral instructions.

3. adapt to changes in schedules and job priorities.

4. perform detailed work with a high degree of accuracy.

5. read and interpret written information.

6. work independently with minimal supervision.

7. calculate mathematical problems involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

8. analyze problems and develop viable solutions.

9. operate standard office equipment, (e.g., typewriter, personal computer, calculator transcriber, FAX, photo copier, multi-line telephone, microfiche, shredder, etc.).

10. research and reconcile inaccuracies and make appropriate corrections.

11. operate and perform simple repairs on a variety of job related equipment and tools (e.g., forklift, furniture, appliance dollies, pallet jack, digital meter, hand tools, television, VCR, film projector, intoxilyzer, electric generator, etc.).

12. type at a speed necessary for adequate job performance.

13. perform job duties effectively in stressful or emergency situations.

14. communicate effectively with others.

15. operate a two-way radio.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires two (2) years of storekeeping, warehousing, clerical or law enforcement agency experience; or any equivalent combination. Must have a valid Arizona driver license.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Ability to lift and move packages weighing up to 75 pounds each, in compliance with OSHA regulations.

2. Ability to bend, stretch, stoop, reach and climb (stairs or step ladders).

3. Ability to travel throughout the state as needed.

4. Ability to safely operate a variety of motorized vehicles and equipment in inclement weather.

Must successfully complete the examination process.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Progression to the next step requires an overall performance rating of at least "Standard" in the last 12 months.

A summary of the Arizona Department of Public Safety Benefits is linked here.

01

Do you possess at least two (2) years of storekeeping, warehousing, clerical or law enforcement agency experience?

• Yes
• No

02

Describe your specific experience in storekeeping, warehousing, clerical or law enforcement which qualifies you for this classification. This information should also be in the work history section of your application.

03

Do you, or will you be able to, possess a valid Arizona driver license by the starting date?

• Yes
• No

04

Place a check mark next to each statement indicating you have read, understand, acknowledge and agree to the requirements and working conditions associated with this classification.

• Ability to lift and move packages weighing up to 75 pounds each, in compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Ability to bend, stretch, stoop, reach and climb (stairs or step ladders).
• Ability to travel throughout the state as needed.
• Ability to safely operate a variety of motorized vehicles and equipment in inclement weather.

05

DPS Guidelines for Tattoos, Body Art, and Body Alterations include but are not limited to the following: • Tattoos, body art, and body alterations on exposed areas of the head, face, tongue, mouth, teeth, neck, and chest, are prohibited. • Tattoos on the face are prohibited, except for cosmetic tattoos correcting medical conditions or permanent facial makeup that adheres to grooming standards. I understand, if employed by the Department of Public Safety, I will need to meet the standards above.

• Yes
• No

06

Are you legally entitled to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

07

Have you ever been convicted of a felony or an offense which would be a felony if committed in the state of Arizona?

• Yes
• No

08

I understand if selected for a position, I will take a polygraph and answer questions regarding my past drug use. Providing untruthful or misleading answers will result in disqualification. I certify the responses I provide to the following questions regarding my prior drug use will be true and accurate to the best of my recollection.

• Yes
• No

09

Have you ever sold, produced, cultivated, or transported marijuana, or any other drug, for sale?

• Yes
• No

10

Please select the option below which details any marijuana usage (e.g., THC extracts, cannabis, hashish, or marijuana extracts) legally or illegally within the last six (6) months.

• None
• 1 - 5 times
• 6 - 10 times
• 11 - 20 times
• 21 - 30 times
• More than 30 times

11

Please select the option below which details any usage of a dangerous drug, illegal narcotic or vaporous substance NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition or used in a bona fide religious ceremony within the last seven (7) years. (Does not include marijuana or heroin.)

• None
• 1 time
• 2 - 3 times
• 4 - 5 times
• 6 - 8 times
• More than 8 times

12

Please select the option below which details any usage of a dangerous drug, illegal narcotic or vaporous substance NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition or used in a bona fide religious ceremony since turning 21 years of age. (Does not include marijuana or heroin.)

• None
• 1 time
• 2 - 3 times
• 4 - 5 times
• 6 - 8 times
• More than 8 times

13

Please select the option below which details any usage of a dangerous drug, illegal narcotic or vaporous substance NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition or used in a bona fide religious ceremony during your lifetime. (Does not include marijuana or heroin.)

• None
• 1 time
• 2 - 3 times
• 4 - 5 times
• 6 - 8 times
• More than 8 times

14

Please select the option below which details your heroin usage over your lifetime.

• None
• 1 - 5 times
• 6 - 10 times
• 11 - 20 times
• 21 - 30 times
• More than 30 times

15

Please select the option below which details any steroid or similar drug usage within the last three (3) years NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition.

• None
• 1 - 5 times
• 6 - 10 times
• 11 - 20 times
• 21 - 30 times
• More than 30 times

16

Please select the option below which details any Adderall or similar drug usage within the last three (3) years NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition.

• None
• 1 - 5 times
• 6 - 10 times
• 11 - 20 times
• 21 - 30 times
• More than 30 times

Required Question

Employer Arizona Department of Public Safety

Address 2102 W. Encanto Blvd.

Phoenix, Arizona, 85009

Phone 602-223-2290

Website http://www.azdps.gov