Qualifications and Training at Sheriff's Auxiliary Volunteers of Pima County, Inc

Minimum Qualifications

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Valid driver's license
  • Able to read, write, and speak the English language
  • Successfully pass a background inquiry
  • US citizen or legal resident
  • High School Diploma

To learn more about the qualifications in your area, contact your local SAV office.
Tucson: (520) 351-4903
Green Valley: (520) 351-6744 or visit their website
Ajo: (520) 387-8531

Training

Associate Course 12 Hours Classroom/12 Hours On-the-Job Training

  • Department Organization
  • SAV History
  • Rules and Regulations
  • Civil Liability
  • Standards of Conduct
  • Use of Force
  • Fingerprinting
  • Bloodborne Pathogens
  • EEO
  • Office Etiquette

Basic Course 40 Hours Classroom

  • Rules and Regulations
  • Defensive Driving
  • Scam Squad
  • Public Speaking
  • Expectations and Conduct
  • Department Programs Training
  • Crime Prevention/Neighborhood Watch/Home Security
  • CPR
  • Internal Affairs
  • National Incident Management System

Field Operations One Week Classroom/1-on-1 with Field Training Officer

  • Emergency Response
  • Traffic Control
  • Radio Procedures
  • Accident and Crime Scene Management
  • Special Events

Patrol FO Qualified/1-on-1 with Field Training Officer

  • Threat Assessment/Use of Force/OC Spray
  • Radio Procedures
  • Neighborhood Watch
  • Mt Lemmon
  • Bicycle Patrol (Additional Training Required)