Detention Transport Officer - Tucson

Location: Tucson, AZ

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 3206-26E-02 TucDivision: Highway Patrol Division

TESTING DATE: PendingLOCATION: Tucson, AZTest Includes: Physical Assessment - Pass/Fail; Written Exam - 40% weighted; Qualifications Appraisal Board - 60% weighted Approved applicants will receive an email invitation with details regarding the test. Must successfully complete the examination process. Click here to see the Exam Plan for details regarding the tests. Candidate(s) selected for a position will be subject to a complete background investigation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Knowledge of:basic mathematics.the principles of proper English sentence structure, spelling, grammar and punctuation.basic first aid practices.basic computer and office equipment operations. Skill in:communicating orally to provide, clarify and gather information. Ability to:acquire a working knowledge of search and seizure activities, and the rules of evidence.acquire a working knowledge of limited police methods, practices and procedures.establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the assignment.maintain composure and work effectively under highly stressful conditions.analyze situations or information, and adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action.observe and recollect details of an event or situation.use verbal or physical means to restrain violent or combative prisoners when required.apply deadly force in accordance with law and Department policy.perform work for extended periods of time in a variety of extreme weather conditions.use specialized protective equipment or clothing.perform the physical requirements of the work (e.g., run and/or jump over rough terrain and obstacles; physically take custody of persons; subdue combative suspects; safely search persons and places.communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.qualify and maintain firearms proficiency.provide first-aid attention to those contacted in the course of assignment.testify in court as a witness.

Minimum Qualifications: Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and one (1) year of experience as a detention or correction officer OR graduation from a certified law enforcement training academy.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 18 years of age by hire date. Must possess a valid Arizona Driver license by hire date. Must be able to work any hours including weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, call-outs and overtime. Must successfully complete a Department selected detention/transport training program. This requirement may be waived if an approved training program has been completed or similar work has been performed within the last five (5) years.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: May be exposed to fumes or dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, outdoor weather, moving mechanical parts and moderate to loud noise levels. Will be required to control combative, intoxicated, mentally ill, and uncooperative prisoners. Must successfully complete the examination process. Progression to the next step requires an overall performance rating of at least "Standard" in the last 12 months.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

NOTE: This information should also be included and detailed in your application in the Work History or Education section.03Do you possess a high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)?YesNo04Do you, or will you be able to, possess a valid Arizona driver license by the starting date? YesNo05Will you be 18 years of age or older in the next two months? YesNo06Are you legally entitled to work in the United States? YesNo07Are you willing and able to work holidays, weekends, irregular hours and shift work, with possible extended shift hours? YesNo08As a requirement for this position, the selected candidate must successfully complete the Department-selected detention transport training program. This requirement may be waived if an approved training program has been completed or similar work has been performed within the last five years. I understand and acknowledge09I have read, understand, and agree to the requirements and working conditions associated with this classification. YesNo10DPS Guidelines for Tattoos, Body Art, and Body Alterations include but are not limited to the following: Tattoos, body art, and body alterations on exposed areas of the head, face, tongue, mouth, teeth, neck, and chest are prohibited. Tattoos on the face are prohibited, except for cosmetic tattoos correcting medical conditions or permanent facial makeup that adheres to grooming standards. Ear-piercing openings must not exceed the size of a standard piercing (approximately 1 mm). Any visibly stretched or enlarged ear-piercing opening is prohibited. I understand, if employed by the Department of Public Safety, I must meet the standards above. YesNo11Have you ever been convicted of a felony or an offense which would be a felony if committed in the state of Arizona? YesNo12I understand if selected for a position, I will take a polygraph and answer questions regarding my past drug use among other items. Providing untruthful or misleading answers will result in disqualification. I certify the responses I provide to the following questions regarding my prior drug use will be true and accurate to the best of my recollection. YesNo13Have you ever sold, produced, cultivated, or transported marijuana, or any other illegal drug, for sale? YesNo14Please select the option below which details any marijuana usage (e.g., THC extracts, cannabis, hashish, or marijuana extracts) legally or illegally within the last six (6) months. None1 - 5 times6 - 10 times11 - 20 times21 - 30 timesMore than 30 times15Select the option that details any dangerous drug, illegal narcotic or vaporous substance usage NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition or used in a bona fide religious ceremony within the last seven (7) years. (Does not include marijuana or heroin.)None1 time2 - 3 times4 - 5 times6 - 8 timesMore than 8 times16Select the option that details any dangerous drug, illegal narcotic or vaporous substance usage NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition or used in a bona fide religious ceremony since turning 21 years of age. (Does not include marijuana or heroin.)None1 time2 - 3 times4 - 5 times6 - 8 timesMore than 8 times17Select the option that details any dangerous drug, illegal narcotic or vaporous substance usage NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition or used in a bona fide religious ceremony during your lifetime. (Does not include marijuana or heroin.)None1 time2 - 3 times4 - 5 times6 - 8 timesMore than 8 times18Please select the option below which details any Adderall or similar drug usage within the last three (3) years NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition. None1 - 5 times6 - 10 times11 - 20 times21 - 30 timesMore than 30 times19Please select the option below which details any steroid or similar drug usage within the last three (3) years NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition. None1 - 5 times6 - 10 times11 - 20 times21 - 30 timesMore than 30 times20Please select the option below which details your heroin usage over your lifetime. None1 - 5 times6 - 10 times11 - 20 times21 - 30 timesMore than 30 times Required Question