Correctional Officer

State of Utah • Salt Lake City, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

With a career in Law Enforcement as a Correctional Officer, you can earn a total possible compensation package valued up to $92,298.90 in the first year. The Utah Department of Corrections is seeking individuals who can balance compassion with accountability while supervising offenders in our care and custody at the Utah State Correctional Facility and various correctional centers in Salt Lake, Utah and Weber counties. The Utah Department of Corrections offers a contract buyout of up to $20,000 to qualified applicants that are currently working for another law enforcement agency in the state of Utah. UDC now offers 1 for 1 years of service credit on our certified pay plan. The entry pay rate will increase for each prior year of Corrections or Law Enforcement experience.

Requirements

• Meet SFO Standards
• Meet POST Standards
• Must be at least 19 years old before the Academy start date
• New hire employees in certified positions, shall not have any tattoos above the shirt collar line, which includes anywhere on the neck, head and face.
• Physical fitness test: Vertical Jump of 14.5" or higher, Push-ups, 14 continuous (military style), Plank, 30 seconds, 1.5 Mile Run within 16 minutes 11 seconds or less

Nice To Haves

• Preference may be given to those who are currently in Public Safety.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and security of facilities
• Supervising offenders in our care and custody

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement plans
• Paid training through POST certification
• Job Stability
• Career Growth
• Meaningful Work
• Supportive Work Environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed