Security Officer

Posting Date 01/13/26

Final date to receive applications 01/15/26

Pay Range MIN - MID - MAX
$21.00 - $25.25 - $29.50

Job Type Unclassified

Department Sheriff

About the 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.

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 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 глаз
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• Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System
• Paid sick and parental leaves (birth/adoption)
• 10% सर discount at Kinder Care 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, removes unauthorized persons and provides 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…