Police Officer I
Cedar City•Cedar City, UT
•Onsite
About The Position
Under general supervision, performs professional duties in enforcing federal, state and local laws to preserve the peace, and protect the rights and property of all people. Performs related responsibilities as required. See full job descriptions for details.
Requirements
- Must be a United States Citizen or a legal permanent resident continuously for the past five years.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment.
- Must possess a valid Utah Driver License.
- Must have no felony or domestic violence convictions.
- Must pass and maintain department physical fitness standards.
Responsibilities
- Enforcing federal, state and local laws to preserve the peace
- Protecting the rights and property of all people
Benefits
- Utah Retirement System participation
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Insurance premiums paid 100% by Cedar City
- Contributions to a Health Savings Account
- All equipment and uniforms, including dry cleaning, are provided
- Take home cars for employees who live within 25 miles of the Cedar City Police Department
- Free access to city swimming pool
- Free access to city golf course
- Open horse-riding pass at the Cross Hollow Event Center for employee and dependent family members
- Twelve paid Holidays per year
- Vacation leave upon hire
- Sick leave upon hire
- Compensatory time accrual
- Shift differential pay
- Overtime available for hours worked over 80 in a 14-day pay period
- Free Police Gym membership for self/spouse/children age 12-18
- Educational Assistance Opportunities
- Employee assistance program (Counseling)
- 80 hours annual military leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
