FT - Police Officer - New Hire

Ogden City • Ogden, UT

412d • $60,859 - $93,690

About The Position

The Ogden City Police Department is seeking new hire police officers to join their team. This position involves fulfilling physical fitness requirements, completing training, and serving the community as a law enforcement officer. New officers will receive a uniform allowance and have opportunities for educational incentives based on their academic achievements.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment.
• Completion of the twelfth grade or equivalent education is required.
• Possession of a P.O.S.T. category I or II certificate or an associate degree in law enforcement is desired but not mandatory.
• Valid Utah driver's license is required.

Nice To Haves

• Possession of an associate degree with an emphasis in law enforcement.
• Experience in community service or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Complete physical fitness requirements as part of the hiring process.
• Participate in training and development programs.
• Serve and protect the community as a police officer.
• Respond to emergency calls and incidents.
• Conduct investigations and gather evidence.
• Enforce laws and regulations.

Benefits

• Initial $1,100 uniform allowance.
• Annual education incentive for degrees: $1,000 for Associate, $2,000 for Bachelor, $3,000 for Master.
• Self-sponsored POST graduate hiring bonus of $3,000.
• Medical and Dental insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Life Insurance.
• Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Employee Loan Program for computer, bike, and exercise equipment loans.
• Wellness Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree