Security Officer

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Application Deadline

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Department

About the Position

This position supports MCSO Headquarters by performing variety of duties to ensure the security and public safety of elected officials, employees, visitors, the public, and County properties.  In addition, this position performs security, screening, patrol services, emergency services, and operational functions to maintain the security and safety of assigned facilities, personnel, and the public. This position requires daily interaction with the public and County staff, offering both proactive engagement and responsive support. Strong interpersonal skills, situational awareness, and problem-solving abilities are essential to effectively manage evolving safety needs, de-escalate potential conflicts, and promote a secure environment.

About the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office:

Do you possess integrity, strong interpersonal skills, and do you have a desire to serve your community?  We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team with a variety of openings for Civilian, Detention and Sworn personnel.  The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) invites you to become part of Arizona's leading law enforcement agency where we come together as a team to support and provide public safety. 

Position Qualifications

We recognize your time is valuable, so please apply if you meet the following required qualifications:

Education

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Experience

• Two (2) years of security-related experience within a criminal justice system, business or military police environment.

OR

Combined education and experience qualifications

• Other combinations of education or experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year for year basis.

Other requirements

• Valid Arizona driver's license or have the ability to obtain by time of hire.
• Training that may be provided on-the-job: FEMA NIMS – IS100 and 700; Safety; Payroll; PREA; AED-CPR-First Aid certification.
• Yearly qulification with a firearm at the MCSO firing range.
• Obtain a State of Arizona Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) permit by time of hire. 
• Prior to hiring, the Sheriff's Office requires that all candidates pass a background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological exam, and urinary analysis.

Our Preferred Candidate has

• Five (5) years of security-related experience within a criminal justice system, business or military police environment preferred

Compensation is more than a salary with MCSO:

• Growth and stability since 1871
• Choice of three medical plans – starting as low as $70/month
• Holidays – 10/year + 1 personal day
• Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System
• Paid sick and parental leaves (birth/adoption)
• 10% discount at KinderCare facilities in the Valley and upcoming MCKids Club to serve County employees and their families exclusively
• MCSO Mentoring program to provide personal and professional growth opportunities for all employees
• Access to free County gyms
• Learn more at Benefits Overview 

Essential Job Tasks

(This is not an all-inclusive list of all job duties that may be required; employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned.)

• Inspects buildings and grounds including off-site locations to observe and secure facilities against any situations of potential loss to the County.
• Admits and releases authorized persons, remove unauthorized persons and provide access control for approved personnel.
• Performs screening of the general public, by visual observance using x-ray machines, walk-through and handheld metal detectors, preventing any weapons or contraband from entering the County buildings.
• Investigates and documents disturbances and incidents, which may involve the use of physical restraints to maintain order, safety and to protect property.
• Operates a security command center, which includes monitoring a CCTV system, Hirsch Access Control Systems digital alarm receivers to include fire, burglar and 911- computer system.
• Operates County vehicles to include bikes, golf carts and patrol cars.
• Cooperates with in-house staff and external law enforcement agencies while conducting investigations. 
• Testifies in court as required.
• Performs special assignments relating to executive protection of elected officials, workplace violence issues and protecting County owned equipment and property.
• Abides, follows and enforces County policies, applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.
• Enforces Countywide parking regulations by issuing tickets, booting vehicles, and controlling traffic as needed.
• Provides escorts as requested to County facilities and parking lots.
• Meets division firearms and annual training requirements.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• Be present at work site to perform assigned tasks at the times and dates scheduled and/or assigned by the supervisor.
• Conducts mail screening of all mail coming into MCSO Headquarters.

Working Conditions

Maricopa County is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer. 

The following environments described are only representative of how the essential job tasks are currently performed or envisioned. As such, in order to accommodate a disability or limitation, the essential job tasks may be performed in ways other than described on these pages.
 

Job requires flexibility to work swing shifts, overnight shifts, and weekends as needed. Work occurs primarily indoors and requires interacting with elected officials, all levels of personnel, and the public. Tasks require managing constant interruptions, time pressures, and high work volumes.  Responsibilities require concentration, accuracy, ethical conduct and a professional demeanor.

Work environment

• Indoors
• Confined area with bright lighting
• Use of stairs or ladders
• Rarely outdoors or in temperatures above 90 degrees or below 40 degrees
• High noise levels or dim lighting on occasion

Physical environment

• Sitting, standing and walking
• Driving a vehicle
• Speaking, hearing, seeing, and reading
• Distinguishing colors
• Bending/kneeling, reaching, twisting
• Climbing, crouching, balancing
• Wearing protective gear
• Precise dexterity
• Lifting floor to waist twenty five (25) pounds
• Lifting waist to shoulder twenty five (25) pounds
• Lifting shoulder to overhead twenty five (25) pounds
• Carrying a weight of twenty five (25) pounds for a distance of 50 feet
• Pushing/pulling a weight of twenty five (25) pounds for a distance of 50 feet

Social environment

• Frequent emergencies or dangerous environment
• Occasional traumatic subject matter
• Constant interruptions and time pressures 
• High volume of work
• Handling multiple or complicated tasks, and frequently changing or unscheduled tasks
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Decision making
• Concentration/vigilance
• Working in a team environment in close proximity with others
• Public contact
• Overtime on rare occasions

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Legal terminology

Skill in

• Documentation and communicating effectively with all levels of personnel and the general public
• Making sound judgements
• Reacting quickly and calmly in emergencies and complex situations
• Fostering trust with the community and employees

Ability to

• Organize and manage multiple priorities and tasks

• Monitor alarms and CCTV systems
• Conduct investigations and concisely document findings
• Testify in court if needed
• Operate a variety of County vehicles including patrol cars, golf carts, and bicycles.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

The hiring authority will select the successful candidate based on departmental needs.
 
All offers of employment made to new hires and rehires at Maricopa County are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment thorough background investigation.  A background investigation is conducted on a current employee who changes to a Safety Sensitive Position or one having the potential for serious adverse impact on the integrity or efficiency of the County.  These requirements do not pertain to employees of elected officials who undergo background investigation processes administered through their respective offices.

Typically, successful candidates are hired at a salary rate, up to midpoint of the range, based on applicable experience, internal equity and budgetary allowances.

Selection Procedure - Maricopa County

The Maricopa County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates considered to be the most highly qualified. Those selected will be assessed based on the evaluation of listed education and experience. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a list provided by Human Resources.

All offers of employment made to new hires and rehires at Maricopa County are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment thorough background investigation. A background investigation is conducted on a current employee who changes to a Safety Sensitive Position or one having the potential for serious adverse impact on the integrity or efficiency of the County. These requirements do not pertain to employees of elected officials who undergo background investigation processes administered through their respective offices.

Maricopa County is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.  

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Attention Current Maricopa County Employees: As of 1/1/2022, the Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County formalized itself as a separate entity and employer from Maricopa County. To learn more about how that may affect you please click here.

Judicial Branch Human Resources reserves the right to move forward candidates based on the information provided directly on the application. The hiring authority will select the successful candidate based on departmental needs. 

Typically, successful candidates are hired at a salary rate up to the midpoint of the range, based on applicable experience, internal equity, and budgetary allowances. 

All Judicial Branch offers of employment and continued employment are contingent upon passing a thorough background and/or fingerprint check. Applicants must completely and fully answer any questions regarding felony and misdemeanor convictions including any convictions that have been expunged or set aside. Failure to include criminal history information is grounds for termination of an offer and employment. A conviction may not automatically disqualify an applicant. 

Judicial Branch facilities are located throughout Maricopa County.  This position may be reassigned to other locations.  Assignments will be made based upon the needs of the department.

The Judicial Branch in Maricopa County is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer. 

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