Detention Officer Cadet (Entry Level) - Registry

This job was posted by https://www.azjobconnection.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.azjobconnection.gov/jobs/7637573 JOB SUMMARY\ Maintain safety and security of inmates, staff and detention facilities, provide custody and control of inmates, preserve order and discipline, and supervise inmates according to Pinal County Sheriff's Office Adult Detention Center (PCSO-ADC) policies and procedures and state and Federal regulations under basic supervision.This is an Entry/Trainee position, which works under close supervision.\ The application and any supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible.DO NOT state "See resume" in lieu of answering. If the question does not apply, mark N/A. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process and your application will be marked as INCOMPLETE September 22, 2026 (must submit application by September 6*) January 16, 2027 (must submit application by January 3*) March 20, 2027 (must submit application by March 7*) If qualified, eligible applicants will be notified via email regarding next steps *Tentative Academy Dates: August 2026, October 2026, December 2026* Eligible applicants will begin employment prior to Academy start date. *ALL TESTING DATES ARE TENTATIVE AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE. EVERY APPLICANT MUST APPEAR IN PERSON TO TEST. NOTICE TO APPLICANTS: This is a registry intended to collect applications for future vacancies containing one or more positions. Eligible applicants might be placed into a registry until a vacant position becomes available. - This announcement may be closed as soon as a sufficient number of qualified applicants have applied. Detention Cadet Hiring Process Detention Cadet testing typically occurs every other month. Testing Day - The testing day consists of a physical agility test, oral interview, and a preliminary background review. You will need to have the following documents with you on testing day: - Driver's License, Passport, or other Government issued ID. - DD 214 if applicable. If all criteria is met, the Background Investigator will notify Human Resources to submit your personal information into ESOPH. Failure to bring all documents with you on the testing day may delay in the testing process. **1. Physical Agility Assessment -**All applicants must participate and pass a Physical Agility Test, which consists of the following: - Pushups (untimed): 15 or more - Sit ups (1 minute): 19 or more - 300 meter run: 75 seconds or better - 1.5 mile run: 17:40 or better **2. Written Test -**An essay-style test is used to measure comprehension, grammar, and handwriting skills. You must complete this test with a passing grade to advance further in the testing process. - 60 minutes duration - Consists of 3 questions 70% passing **3. Preliminary Background Review-**You will meet with a Background Investigator and answer a short questionnaire. You will need to have all documents required with you on testing day. If all criteria are met, the Background Investigator will notify Human Resources to submit your personal information into ESOPH. **4. ESOPH Background -**You will be sent a link to sign in, answer questions and upload any documents required. You have seven (7) days to complete. **5. Background Review -**Once your background information has been reviewed and all required criteria have been met, you may be scheduled for a final background review. 6. Computerized Voice Stress Analysis (CVSA) Once your background information has been reviewed and all required criteria have been met, you may be cheduled for a Computer Voice Stress Analysis Test. **7. Command Review -**Once your background check is complete, our command staff will review it. Upon approval, you may be invited to a Command Interview. **8. Command Interview -**You will meet and talk with the Command Staff. Upon approval, you will be extended a conditional offer of employment. At this time, you will also be scheduled for a psych evaluation and medical review. 9. Official Offer - Once you have passed all steps including all medical, psych, background and CVSA, you may be extended an official offer and be scheduled a date to attend New Hire Orientation PCSO DETENTION OFFICER SELECTION GUIDELINES: Application: 1. Applicant will not receive nor are entitled to a copy of the contents of their test results. 2.