Inmate Classification Supervisor

Posting Date

09/08/25

Application Deadline

09/14/25

Pay Range

MIN - MID - MAX
$60,500.00 - $75,750.00 - $91,000.00

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Sheriff

About the Position

If you are a driven and compassionate individual looking to make a difference in the lives of incarcerated individuals and detention officers, then the Inmate Classification Supervisor position is for you! This exciting opportunity offers a unique chance to contribute to the rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders, while supporting the safety and security of detention officers.

In this role, you will supervise the Inmate Classification Specialists to ensure that inmates are classified into the appropriate custody level and housing type. This role oversees prioritization of classifications to maintain compliance with all court mandates.

Elevate your impact – apply today!

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 Work, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, or another closely related field.

Experience

• Two (2) years of professional-level social work experience.

OR

Combined education and experience qualifications

• Postgraduate degrees or professional-level related experience may substitute for the education or experience on a year-for-year basis.

Other requirements

• Training that may be provided on-the-job: FEMA NIMS – IS100 and 700; Safety; Payroll; PREA.
• Arizona driver's license upon hire.
• Prior to hiring, the Sheriff's Office requires that all candidates pass a background review.

Our Preferred Candidate has

• Three (3) years of professional level social work experience in criminal justice or behavioral science.
• Two (2) years of experience as Inmate Classification Specialist with the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office.
• Prior lead and/or supervisory experience.
• Open availability and is able to work any shift.

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.)

• Supervises Inmate Classification Specialists and ensures that all activities involving classification operations are performed effectively, efficiently and in conformance to Office Policy, and any applicable Federal, State or Local laws. 
• Evaluates procedures, encourages innovative ideas, and recommends improvements. 
• Advises personnel of new directives, policies, procedures, and goals.
• Communicates a clear vision of team goals, values, and objectives.
• Ensures that everyone understands each other’s roles, responsibilities, how they relate to department objectives, and monitors progress toward achieving objectives.  
• Prepares Employee Performance Appraisals and maintains employee performance records.  
• Counsels and coa