Security Officer

Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Security Position

This position supports MCSO Headquarters by performing a 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.

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 the time of hire.
• Training that may be provided on-the-job: FEMA NIMS IS100 and 700; Safety; Payroll; PREA.
• Required to carry and use a firearm and qualify on a firing range to required standards and obtain/maintain a State of Arizona CCW permit.
• Alarm and CCTV systems, firearms, pepper spray, electronic screening stations, hand-held metal detection equipment, x-ray machines and two-way radio systems.
• No criminal record, Arizona Concealed Weapons Permit, AED-CPR-First Aid certification and an Arizona Driver's License in good standing.
• Must be able to obtain clearance from the National Crime Information Center (NCIC).
• This position requires a post-offer physical examination.
• Prior to hiring, the Sheriff's Office requires that all candidates pass a background review.

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