Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $27.22 - $42.76 DOE
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from high school or GED
Must be a US Citizen, at least 21 years of age
Valid driver's license
Must pass background check, drug screen, and psych evaluation
Utah POST Certification
Preference given to those candidates who possess a Utah certification as a Law Enforcement officer
*Lateral Applicants:
Upon successful completion of Probation (1 year), applicants may qualify for Master Officer which includes an additional 10% pay increase. Qualified laterals will be given credit for years of service and will not be required to take the physical fitness test.
GENERAL PURPOSE
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
- Deter crimes and assure community through high-visibility policing
- Patrol assigned areas and monitor activities to protect people/property
- Investigate crimes and apprehend suspected law violators
- Observe and respond to various situations or emergencies
- Follow rules, guidelines and protocols
- Conduct initial investigations
- Gather evidence and ensure successful prosecutions
- Produce internal reports and provide feedback on case status
- Foster good public relationships and liaise with community groups or individuals
- Coordinate operations with other emergency services
REQUIREMENT AND SKILLS
- Excellent knowledge of standard operating procedures, judicial procedures, civil and constitutional laws
- Knowledge and skills of law enforcement principles and practices
- Adequate interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to build effective working relationships
- Sound judgement along with effective decision making skills
- Conflict resolutions and problem solving skills
- Responsibility, dependability, honesty and integrity