How old do you have to be to be a Detention Officer?
You can test at 18 years 10 months old and be hired as long as you turn 19 years old by the end of the academy
How old do you have to be to be a Peace Officer?
You can test at 20 years 6 months and be hired as long as you turn 21 years old by the end of the academy
What are the physical requirements to test to become a Detention Officer?
27 push ups; 29 sit ups; ½ mile in 4 ½ minutes or less
What are the physical requirements to test to become a Peace Officer?
27 push ups; 29 sit ups; 1 ½ miles in 15 minutes and 24 seconds
Can you have a medical marijuana card and be hired as a YCSO Employee?
No
Do I need to live in Yavapai County to be employed by YCSO?
Peace Officers have a requirement to live in the jurisdiction that they are assigned to. All other positions DO NOT require you to live in Yavapai County.
Do I need to be a US Citizen to apply for YCSO?
Yes
List of Acceptable Documents
Can you have a felony conviction and be hired as a YCSO Employee?
No
What age do I have to be to be hired as a civilian by YCSO?
18 years old
Do I have to have a high school diploma or GED to be hired by YCSO?
Yes