PAY RANGE
$30.01 - $52.02
Up to $3000 signing bonus for lateral candidates depending on years experience.
Lateral Applicants - starting wage based on years experience. Year for year credit for experience at other similar sized agencies will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
GENERAL PURPOSE
The position of Police Officer is subordinate to the Police Chief and all other ranking officers of the department. The Police Officer is responsible for the protection of life and property, the detection and prevention of crime, the apprehension of criminals, and the enforcement of federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. Work is performed in accordance with departmental policies and procedures, and state statutes.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from high school or GED.
21 years of age or older.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or lawful resident of the United States for at least five years and have legal authorization to work in the United States.
Successfully pass the written, oral interview, physical fitness testing, background, polygraph, psychological, drug screen and physical.
Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain a Utah drivers license within 14 days of hire date.
Must be P.O.S.T certified within 6 months of hire and maintain certification.
The physical fitness requirements are as follows:
Run 1 ½ miles within 15 minutes and 54 seconds (15:54) Complete 25 push ups Complete 35 sit ups in 1 minute or high/low plank for 1 minute and 30 seconds Complete a 16 inch vertical jump