Job Description

Posting Date

06/17/26

Application Deadline

06/23/26

Pay Range

$25.45 - $36.00 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Emergency Management

About the Position

The Training Sergeant position acts in a uniformed/armed supervisory role that, under the Security Services Security Officer Manager’s direct supervision, provides the Division with the development, implementation, and oversight of all Security Services Officers, Security Services Specialists, and County-wide employee training. The Training Sergeant fulfills the supervisory role of Sergeant for Security Services officers in the absence of a day or night shift Sergeant.

About Us

Are you passionate about safety and security with a high level of patience, dedication, devotion, and empathy? We are looking for motivated individuals to rise to the occasion! Maricopa County Department of Emergency Management prepares for, responds to, and recovers from large-scale community disasters. Some of our partners include local and state governments, industry leaders, universities, and community organizations active in disaster response. One of our divisions, Security Services, provides a strong safety and security atmosphere through superior professionalism and outstanding customer service. Join our team to continue our efforts to keep our residents safe from disaster.

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose

• Tuition reimbursement

• Exceptional work-life balance

• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families

• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive

• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

• Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

• Three years of armed security-related experience within a criminal justice system, security industry, or military police environment

• One year of experience in a supervisory, lead, or Field Training Officer position

• High school diploma or GED

• A combination of post-secondary education may substitute for the armed security-related experience requirement on a year-for-year basis

Other requirements

• Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire

• Must possess or have the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire:

  • Concealed Weapons Permit (CCW)

  • DPS/NRA Firearms Certification

  • CPR/First Aid Certification

  • Axon/Taser Certification

We Also Value

• Post-secondary education in Security Management or a related field

• Five years of security, law enforcement, corrections, and/or military experience

• Five years of supervisory experience in security or a related field

• Five years as a Certified Trainer with experience in in-classroom training and development of security-related training courses

• Three years as a Certified Trainer in security-related disciplines: firearms, taser, baton, pepper spray, handcuffing, threat, and vulnerability assessment

Job Contributions

• Develop, implement, administer, and evaluate division-wide training programs, curricula, certifications, and instructional materials in accordance with Security Services policies, regulatory requirements, and operational needs

• Coordinate, administer, and deliver new hire academies, onboarding programs, field training, and ongoing professional development for Security Officers and Security Specialists

• Develop and deliver security awareness, emergency preparedness, and safety-related training programs for County personnel to enhance organizational readiness and security awareness

• Provide supervision, leadership, coaching, performance management, and operational guidance to assigned security personnel while supporting workforce development and training compliance

• Support daily security operations by providing field supervision, filling operational assignments, supporting executive protection details, and ensuring coverage for public meetings, special events, and critical incidents

• Plan, coordinate, and participate in emergency response exercises, drills, preparedness initiatives, and interdepartmental training activities to enhance operational readiness

• Conduct security assessments, threat and vulnerability evaluations, and develop facility-specific Emergency Action Plans and related security recommendations

• Administer and oversee the Field Training Officer (FTO) program, review reports and documentation, and ensure compliance with training, operational, and performance standards

• Perform specialized administrative and program responsibilities, including staffing coordination, scheduling support, quartermaster functions, armorer responsibilities, Workday administration, and Radiation Safety Officer duties

• Other job duties as assigned

Working Conditions

• This position requires the employee to be in the office/field or customer-facing for all hours worked

• Exerting 50 - 100 pounds occasionally, 10 - 25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 - 20 pounds constantly

• Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions

• Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration

Selection Procedure

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.

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