Deputy Sheriff

Parker, AZ
La Paz County Sheriff’s Office

Salary:

  • $23.46 – Uncertified
  • $24.64 – Certified

Position Summary:

Under minimal supervision of the Sheriff, performs work of average difficulty in enforcing laws and maintaining order while protecting life and property and performs related work as required.

Essential Functions:

  • Patrols an assigned area to preserve law and order;
  • Investigates a wide variety of calls and complaints;
  • Writes citations, traffic/boating/criminal;
  • Investigates both misdemeanors and felonies;
  • Examines and secures crimes scenes, preserves and processes evidence;
  • Testifies in court;
  • Provides emergency first aide;
  • Identifies, locates and interviews suspects and witnesses;
  • Aids other law enforcement agencies;
  • Initiates reports concerning criminal activity;
  • Transports prisoners;
  • Arrests violators;
  • Recovers stolen property;
  • Assists in search and rescue operations;
  • Prepares cases for review by the County Attorney;
  • Appears in court as a witness; testifies and presents legally obtained evidence;
  • Assists in training reserve deputies;
  • Provides educational services to school and other interested groups;
  • Originates and executes warrants; serves civil actions;
  • Assists in underwater searches and investigations;
  • Prepares reports and supports all other divisions of the Sheriff’s Department.
  • Any other duties assigned to you.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED Certificate
  • Arizona P.O.S.T. Certified
  • Arizona Driver License
  • United States Citizen