FT- Lateral Police Officer - Ogden Police Department

Ogden City Corporation • Ogden, UT

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About The Position

Ogden City is hiring a full-time sworn Lateral Police Officer for its Police Department. Lateral candidates must hold a Police Officers' Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certificate or be able to obtain one, and must meet the listed lateral employment and training guidelines. The salary ranges from $64,032.93 to $98,575.73 annually, depending on step. Afternoon shifts receive an additional 2.5% differential, and graveyard shifts receive an additional 5.0% differential.

Ogden City offers eligible officers benefits, a $1,100 initial uniform allowance, an annual education incentive of $1,000 for an associate degree, $2,000 for a bachelor's degree, or $3,000 for a master's degree, and a $7,500 hiring bonus for successful lateral candidates. Applications are accepted online through July 16, 2027. Applicants without computer access may apply at the Ogden City Human Resources office during its stated weekday business hours. Applications and resumes are evaluated and ranked based on relevant education and experience; highest-ranking applicants may be invited to interview.

Requirements

• Must be currently employed, or have been employed within the last two years, as a peace officer/law enforcement officer in Utah or another state; may have retired or resigned from a full-time sworn law enforcement position within the last two years.
• Must be at least 21 years old at the time of appointment.
• Training equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade is required.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Utah driver's license.
• Must possess a Police Officers' Standards and Training certificate or be able to obtain one.

Nice To Haves

• Some prior state, municipal, or local law enforcement experience is desired.
• A P.O.S.T. Category I or II certificate is desired but not mandatory.
• An associate degree emphasizing law enforcement, with a minor that enhances the officer's social awareness, is desired but not mandatory.

Benefits

• $1,100 initial uniform allowance.
• Annual education incentive: $1,000 for an associate degree, $2,000 for a bachelor's degree, or $3,000 for a master's degree.
• $7,500 hiring bonus for successful lateral candidates.
• Eligible for benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED