Are You Law Enforcment Material? Talk to the CCSO!

If you've thought of a career in law enforcement, this is a great place to begin
As a detention officer, you'll learn the culture of the Cochise County Sheriff's Office
The CCSO prefers to hire from within

The Cochise County Sheriff’s Office is Hiring Detention Officers

If you've dreamed of working in law enforcement or if you're looking to make a career change, consider applying for a job with the Cochise County Sheriff's Office as a Detention Officer.

New CCSO Detention Officers // Photo courtesy the Cochise County Sheriff's Office

A Career as a Detention Officer: Requirements

To work as a Detention Officer, applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or G.E.D. You'll also need a clean driving record and be able to pass a background check and the pre-employment drug screening.

If you're interested, apply quickly, because this position is only open until the job is filled. The position has an annual salary of $45,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package. You'll even gain membership in the Correctional Officer Retirement Plan if hired.

What Does a Detention Officer Do?

Detention officers manage inmates. They'll control and supervise their movements and work to ensure the safety of other inmates and officers. Detention officers assist with the in-processing and release of inmates and transport them to and from detention facilities.

New CCSO Detention Officers // Photo courtesy the Cochise County Sheriff's Office

Other duties include supervising visitations between inmates and members of the public, guarding inmates during work assignments, and conducting inventories.

All activities are done in accordance with law enforcement rules and regulations. This is just an overview. For a more thorough list of duties, see the description of Detention Officer on the Cochise County Website.

Start Your Career with the CCSO

Many deputies at the Cochise County Sheriff’s Office begin their careers working as a Detention Officer.

Detention Officers are qualified to apply starting at age 18, and you can apply to become a Deputy at 21 years old.

New CCSO Detention Officers // Photo courtesy the Cochise County Sheriff's Office

Working as a Detention Officer is an excellent way to begin your law enforcement career; you can work three years in detention and then move into a patrol position as a Deputy. Over the course of your career, you'll learn valuable law enforcement skills.

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Working as a Detention Officer can give you an edge. The Cochise County Sheriff’s Office hires from within first, and this opportunity can help you learn the culture of the Sheriff’s Office from the inside. Click here for information and to apply to be a Detention Officer with the Cochise County Sheriff's Office.

Information and images courtesy the Cochise County Sheriff's Office.

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