Firearm Instructor Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $56,455.00 - $79,754.00 Annually
Location : Phoenix, AZ
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 13105-26Unc-02Young
Division: Highway Patrol Division
Opening Date: 07/31/2026
Summary Statement
The Arizona Department of Public Safety is seeking motivated individuals for our Field Operations Specialist positions in Youngtown, Arizona (the far West Valley area) who work under general supervision, performing and coordinating a variety of tasks, functions, and projects assisting law enforcement personnel and public safety operations. Performs related duties as required. This position is designated as uncovered; the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the Director of the Department of Public Safety. Application period may close without notice.
Essential Functions (not intended to be all inclusive)
1. Performs a variety of assignments of a support, administrative, or technical nature based on the needs of an assigned area.
2. Performs research, prepares reports, and develops and provides instruction on assigned topics.
3. Performs technical assignments and functions, such as operation of unmanned aerial systems, evidence collection, blood draws, impairment investigations, collision investigations, and highway safety operations.
4. Obtains and maintains specialty certifications, such as Drug Recognition Expert, Firearms Instructor, etc.
5. Assists the public with first-on-scene aid (e.g., traffic control, fire control, motorist assistance).
6. Supervises trainees, pre-hires, and interns.
7. Assists troopers as directed with emergency and routine duties.
8. Performs special projects or assignments as directed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
Knowledge of:

1. police methods, practices, and procedures.
2. department policies, manuals, procedures, rules, and regulations.
3. department recruiting methods and programs.
4. knowledge of Arizona revised statutes.
5. police operations and specialty skillsets/certifications.
6. incident management protocols and procedures.
7. instructional methods and training practices.
8. report writing.
9. courtroom procedures.
10. evidence collection and management practices.

Skill in:

1. the use and maintenance of police and emergency equipment.
2. the use of personal protective equipment.
3. the use of criminal justice information systems.
4. the use of computer software programs.
5. writing detailed reports and written communication.
6. coordinating complex incident response.
7. verbal communication and public presentations.

Ability to:

1. work independently and as part of a team.
2. establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during the assignment.
3. communicate orally and in writing to present information logically and clearly.
4. understand written and verbal instructions to complete assigned tasks accurately.
5. exercise sound judgment in safeguarding confidential or sensitive information.
6. read, comprehend, and interpret written materials of simple to moderate complexity.
7. work with interruptions.
8. adapt to changing priorities.
9. organize, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks.
10. work within stringent deadlines to complete work assignments.
11. effectively communicate orally and in writing.
12. evaluate information, make decisions, and take appropriate action.

Minimum Qualifications
Requires five (5) years of experience as a police officer, or five (5) years of experience in a similar job/assignment with experience in traffic safety and highway/roadway operations.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. May be required to work irregular work hours, nights and weekends, and respond to callouts.
2. Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 75 pounds).
3. Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
4. Ability to travel extensively throughout the State.
5. Ability to bend, stretch, stoop, reach, and climb (stairs and ladders).
6. Drive for long periods of time.
7. May be exposed to dangerous/hazardous chemicals.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must obtain ACJIS Terminal Operator Certification within six months of hire or promotion and maintain certification throughout the course of this assignment.
Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver license by employment date.
A summary of the Arizona Department of Public Safety Benefits is linked
01
Select the option below that indicates how you meet the minimum qualifications for this job.

• Five (5) years of experience as a police officer
• Five (5) years of experience in a similar job/assignment with experience in traffic safety and highway/roadway operations. (Must detail this experience in the next question.)
• None of the above

02
Describe the specific experience that qualifies you for this position. This experience should also be documented in the employment portion of the application.
03
Do you, or will you be able to, possess a valid Arizona driver license by the starting date?

• Yes
• No

04
I understand I must obtain an ACJIS Terminal Operator Certification within six months of start and maintain the certification throughout the course of this assignment.

• Yes
• No

05
Are you legally entitled to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

06
Place a checkmark next to each item below to indicate you understand, acknowledge, and agree to the following working conditions and physical requirements associated with this classification.

• May be required to work irregular work hours, nights and weekends, and respond to callouts
• Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 75 pounds).
• Ability to bend, stretch, stoop, reach, and climb (stairs and ladders
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions
• Ability to travel extensively throughout the State
• May be required to drive for long periods of time
• May be exposed to dangerous/hazardous chemicals

07
DPS Guidelines for Tattoos, Body Art, and Body Alterations include but are not limited to the following:• Tattoos, body art, and body alterations on exposed areas of the head, face, tongue, mouth, teeth, neck, and chest, are prohibited.• Tattoos on the face are prohibited, except for cosmetic tattoos correcting medical conditions or permanent facial makeup that adheres to grooming standards.I understand, if employed by the Department of Public Safety, I will need to meet the standards above.

• Yes
• No

08
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or an offense which would be a felony if committed in the state of Arizona?

• Yes
• No

09
I understand if selected for a position, I may take a polygraph and answer questions regarding my background including any past drug use. While some experimentation with drugs is allowable, providing untruthful or misleading answers is not. I certify the responses I provide to the following questions regarding my prior drug use will be true and accurate to the best of my recollection.

• Yes
• No

10
Have you ever sold, produced, cultivated, or transported marijuana, or any other illegal drug, for sale?

• Yes
• No

11
Please select the option below which details any marijuana usage (e.g., THC extracts, cannabis, hashish, marijuana extracts, or marijuana edibles) legally or illegally within the last six (6) months.

• No experimentation with marijuana
• 1 - 5 times
• 6 - 10 times
• 11 - 20 times
• 21 - 30 times
• More than 30 times

12
Please select the option that details any dangerous drug, illegal narcotic or vaporous substance usage NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition or used in a bona fide religious ceremony within the last seven (7) years. (Does not include marijuana or heroin.)

• None
• 1 time
• 2 - 3 times
• 4 - 5 times
• 6 - 8 times
• more than 8 times

13
Please select the option that details any dangerous drug, illegal narcotic or vaporous substance NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition or used in a bona fide religious ceremony since turning 21 years of age. (Does not include marijuana or heroin.)

• None
• 1 time
• 2 - 3 times
• 4 - 5 times
• 6 - 8 times
• more than 8 times

14
Please select the option that details any dangerous drug, illegal narcotic or vaporous substance usage NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition or used in a bona fide religious ceremony during your lifetime. (Does not include marijuana or heroin.)

• None
• 1 time
• 2 - 3 times
• 4 - 5 times
• 6 - 8 times
• more than 8 times

15
Please select the option below which details any Adderall or similar drug usage within the last three (3) years NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition.

• None
• 1 - 5 times
• 6 - 10 times
• 11 - 20 times
• 21 - 30 times
• More than 30 times

16
Please select the option below which details any steroid or similar drug usage within the last three (3) years NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition.

• None
• 1 - 5 times
• 6 - 10 times
• 11 - 20 times
• 21 - 30 times
• More than 30 times

17
Please select the option below which details your heroin usage over your lifetime.

• No experimentation with heroin
• 1 - 5 times
• 6 - 10 times
• 11 - 20 times
• 21 - 30 times
• More than 30 times

Required Question