Inmate Classification Specialist

Posting Date

09/16/25

Application Deadline

09/22/25

Pay Range

Min - 1st Quartile - Mid - Max
$25.25 $28.88 $32.50 $39.75

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Sheriff

About the Position

Are you looking for a position that will take advantage of your attention to detail and knack for precision? Consider applying to become an Inmate Classification Specialist!

Your main responsibility will be to assess, evaluate, and assign appropriate custody levels for inmates, ensuring that they are placed in the most suitable environments for their safety and rehabilitation. Your expertise will play a significant part in minimizing the risk of violence and promoting a rehabilitative environment within the facility. By accurately classifying inmates, you will help create an atmosphere that prioritizes the welfare of both inmates and staff.

The position of an inmate classification specialist is both challenging and rewarding. Your dedication and strong decision-making skills will contribute to the overall safety and order within the correctional system, safeguarding the well-being of both inmates and staff.

Make a difference in the lives of inmates and contribute to the overall safety of the correctional facility. Apply now for this rewarding opportunity in inmate classification.

About the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office:

Do you possess integrity, strong interpersonal skills, and do you have a desire to serve your community?  We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team with a variety of openings for Civilian, Detention and Sworn personnel.  The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) invites you to become part of Arizona's leading law enforcement agency where we come together as a team to support and provide public safety. 

Position Qualifications

We recognize your time is valuable, so please apply if you meet the following required qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Social or Behavioral Sciences, Criminal Justice or a closely related field.

Combined education and experience qualifications

• Other combinations of education or experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year for year basis.

Other requirements

• Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license or have the ability to obtain by the time of hire.

• Training that may be provided on-the-job: FEMA NIMS – IS100 and 700; Safety; Payroll; PREA.

• Prior to hiring, the Sheriff's Office requires that all candidates pass an extensive background review.

Compensation is more than a salary with MCSO:

• Growth and stability since 1871
• Choice of three medical plans – starting as low as $70/month
• Holidays – 10/year + 1 personal day
• Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System
• Paid sick and parental leaves (birth/adoption)
• 10% discount at KinderCare facilities in the Valley and upcoming MCKids Club to serve County employees and their families exclusively
• MCSO Mentoring program to provide personal and professional growth opportunities for all employees
• Access to free County gyms
• Learn more at Benefits Overview 

Essential Job Tasks

(This is not an all-inclusive list of all job duties that may be required; employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned.)

• Promote a professional work environment that fosters positive working relationships within Classification, Detention, CHS staff, and any other agencies. 

• Monitor daily workload and prioritize classifications to ensure compliance within court mandated time frames.  

• Research prior booking information, criminal histories, and court information in accordance with department policy. 

• Interview inmates, notating any significant information, and acquiring inmate signatures for all necessary classification documents.   

• Ensure compliance with PREA by conducting questionnaires with inmates.

• Distribute the Informational Handbook for Inmates to inmates.