Correctional Officer Gunnison

State of Utah Office of the Governor • Gunnison, UT

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Utah Department of Corrections is seeking individuals who can balance compassion with accountability while supervising offenders in our care and custody at the Central Utah Correctional Facility in Gunnison Utah. 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 department 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
• 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.
• Must be at least 19 years old before the Academy start date.
• 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
• A comprehensive background investigation, which may include a polygraph, may be required.
• Drug Test Required

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, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and retirement plans
• $6000 Signing Bonus
• Paid training through POST certification
• career path opportunities in various areas like training, transportation, programming, CIRT, investigations, etc.
• contract buyout of up to $20,000 to qualified applicants that are currently working for another law enforcement agency in the state of Utah
• 1 for 1 years of service credit on our certified pay plan
• 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