City of Tucson

INSTRUCTION SPECIALIST (NONPERM) (#6220)

$19.97-$29.95 Hourly / $41,537.60-$62,296.00 Yearly
Salary Grade: 1022

General Description

Performs a variety of police-related tasks in support of law enforcement activities in an educational role.  Develops police training programs, and instructs police personnel and instructors regarding equipment, procedures, and tactics.
This is a civilian classification meaning the employee is not a sworn officer, does not carry a firearm, does not respond to in-progress incidents, and does not make arrests.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and ten (10) years of directly related experience.

*Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Special Job Requirements

Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training specialty proficiency certificate(s) (Physical Training, Arrest and Control Tactics, Firearms, Tactical Driving).

Pre-employment Medical Testing Requirements

Basic Physical
30 lb Lift Test
Non-NIDA Drug Test

Other Information

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Occupational Group Code: 34
Occupational Group Description: Police
EEO Job Category Code: D
EEO Job Category Description: Protective Services 
Organizational Level: First Level Employee
NCCI: 7720
Bargaining Unit: Not represented

Driving Requirements

The following information pertains to driving requirements for this classification with the City of Tucson. Under "Driving Level" None, Secondary or Primary, refers to the driving responsibility as it relates to the essential functions of the classification. License Type, is just that, the type of Arizona Driving License required for the classification. If the position requires a Commercial Drivers License (CDL), the endorsements will be listed under "Endorsements." Under Safety Sensitive a "Yes" means employees with this classification are subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. License Type A,B,C,D,or M may require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage. Exceptions to classification driving requirement's may exist based on position.

Driving Level: Primary

License Type: Valid and Unrestricted Class D - Driver 

CDL Endorsements: None

Safety Sensitive: Yes

Job Description Disclaimer

This description is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty. They are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.

CLASS: 6220;