Deputy Constable

Posting Date

10/02/26

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Pay Range

$59,000 - $83,500 annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Constables

About the Position

The Deputy Constable is an appointed position working under the direction of the appointing Constable. The Deputy Constable assists the Constable and assumes the full responsibility of the Constable in his or her absence. A Deputy Constable possesses the powers and may perform the duties allowed by law for the office of the Constable.

About Us

The mission of the Constables is to execute mandated civil and criminal processes for citizens of Maricopa County, ensuring they receive timely, cost-effective, and professional service.

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 the 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 an 11.98% 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

This position requires a High School diploma or GED.

Other Requirements

The Deputy Constable must be an AZPOST-certified law enforcement officer (Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training). The selected candidate must pass a law enforcement background check and possess a valid Arizona driver's license in good standing.

We Also Value

Our preferred candidate will have prior police experience and skill in dealing with difficult and/or violent situations.

Job Contributions

• Serves all civil process presented by the Constable or other competent authority, including subpoenas, summons, orders of protection, injunctions against harassment, writs of restitution (evictions), and writs of execution (property seizures)
• May be required to physically seize property to satisfy court judgments
• May be required to make civil arrests as ordered by the court
• May be called upon to attend the Court of the Justice of the Peace to maintain order.
• Prepare reports, including criminal supplemental reports and incident reports when needed
• Complete affidavits of service for return to the court of origin
• Interact with Constable and Justice Court Staff on a daily basis

Working Conditions

The Deputy Constable may encounter verbally and physically abusive defendants when serving orders of protection, seizing property, and evicting defendants from their homes and residences. The Deputy Constable may be required to intervene when criminal activity is observed.

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 [email protected] to initiate the interactive process.