Police Sergeant (Detective / Training)

$35.42 - $46.04/hourly, DOE

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Work Schedule: The Maricopa Community Colleges Police Department operates 24 hours per day, seven (7) days per week, 365 days per year. Schedules may include rotating shift work, nights, weekends, holidays, or otherwise non-standard work schedules. Mandatory overtime may be required.

12 Months

10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision—creating excellence in education for a better world.

We focus on people—not profits.
With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we’re changing college.

We don’t just support our community—we help build it.
We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset.
Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
• Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings
• Pre-Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)

The Maricopa Community Colleges Police Department is seeking an experienced, professional, highly motivated and well rounded law enforcement leader to serve as an Investigations/Training sergeant in a growing college police department. Laterals and Out-of-State Waiver applicants are strongly encouraged.

The Investigations/Training Sergeant will report directly to the Assistant Chief or designated supervisor and will perform general and specialized detective assignments, manage case loads and conduct follow up on assigned cases. This position will also be responsible for planning, managing and directing all department training, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with AZPOST regulations. This position will enforce state statutory laws and acknowledge compliance with federal guidelines in accordance with the U.S. Department of Education.

An associate’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution and four (4) years of experience as a sworn police officer or peace officer. Such experience must be gained from employment with a municipality or public entity within the United States, and is only considerable when employed as a solo-capable officer and excludes time spent during initial training, within an academy, or under the direction or oversight of a Field Training Officer.

Additional years of experience, working in the capacity of a sworn police officer, or peace officer, as described above, may be substituted for the required degree; however, there is no substitution allowed for the required experience.

1. Experience supervising a detective squad or investigations unit

2. Ten (10) Years or more of combined law enforcement, investigations and training experience.

3. Experience with report management systems, intelligence gathering & dissemination, evidence & chain of custody integrity and case submittals.

4. Experience in Training others in the LE Field

5. Bachelor's degree or higher or equivalent combination of education and training.

6. Demonstrated Experience in Investigative Principles, Practices and Strategies

7. AZPOST instructor certifications in firearms, physical fitness and/or arrest/defensive tactics.

8 College or University law enforcement experience.

9. One year of relevant full-time MCCCD experience during the previous two years

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:

Possession and maintenance of a valid Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) certification as a Peace Officer in the State of Arizona, including the satisfaction of all qualifications (age, citizenship, background, psychological, ethical, medical, or otherwise) required for such certification, at the date of or subsequent to the date of hire. A valid certification is to indicate that the individual is authorized to engage in enforcement duties, carry a firearm, wear or display a badge, make arrests, perform patrol functions, and operate a marked police vehicle. Certifications that are restricted are not considered valid for the purpose of initial hire.

• Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Arizona Driver License (Class D) with an initial and ongoing driving record to the satisfaction of MCCCD.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification is required for the duration of employment within this classification.

Background Check: Because of the confidential and sensitive nature of information handled, successful completion of a comprehensive background investigation, which may include, but is not limited to, polygraph testing, fingerprinting, and a psychological examination to the initial and ongoing satisfaction of MCCCD is required.

Firearms: Positions within this classification have frequent exposure to firearms and are regularly required to carry a firearm. Incumbents must successfully complete initial and ongoing firearms qualification in compliance with AZPOST requirements. Such qualification will occur on an annual basis or on another schedule, in compliance with any applicable laws, rules, or regulations, as determined by MCCCD. Incumbents must maintain the legal ability to carry and utilize firearms in the course of their duties at all times during employment within this classification.

Substance Abuse Testing: Due to the nature of police work, positions within this classification shall be subject to pre-employment, ongoing/random, and/or incident-based alcohol, drug, and/or controlled substance testing in compliance with any applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application.

Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed.

Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered.

Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.

• Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position.
• Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or;
• Part-Time employment, to include Adjunct or Associate Professor (must include number of hours worked, contact hours or load)
• Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position.
• Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview.

Other Requirements: Depending on the assignment and work task, the classification may be required to utilize or wear safety equipment or personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by applicable laws, rules, and regulations, or as determined by any relevant MCCCD safety policies, procedures, and/or practices, to perform essential functions of the position.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments. Work frequently includes exposure to a variety of weather conditions, for short or long durations, including rain, wind, dust, cold temperatures and extreme desert heat. Work may include moderate exposure to hazardous materials (such as chemicals, fumes, fuels, odors, poor ventilation, gasses, particulates, blood or other body fluids). Work may include frequent exposure to adverse environmental conditions (such as uneven ground, slippery surfaces, vehicular traffic, loud noises, disruptive or uncooperative individuals, imminent dangers or threats, sick, injured, victimized, and/or deceased individuals, persons with concealed and unconcealed weapons, and/or individuals under the influence of alcohol, illicit drugs, or other substances). May respond to, work in, or be exposed to emergency conditions, or environments where limited or no information regarding dangers or hazards is known. Conditions or situations may be encountered where there is the possibility of danger to life, health, or bodily injury to self and others.

Travel: Travel to various locations within or adjacent to the District is required to perform the essential functions of this classification.

Open until filled

First Review: Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Applications received after the review date may not be screened

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.

The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.