Non-Certified

West Valley City•West Valley City, UT

5d•$35 - $49

About The Position

This position is for individuals who hold an SFO and/or BCO certification, or who have not attended POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) or an equivalent police academy. Applicants with LEO certification, police officer experience, and completed FTO should apply as a Lateral Police Officer. Applicants with active LEO certification who have not completed a Police Officer FTO program should apply as a Certifiable Police Officer. Applicants currently attending a police academy should apply as a Currently Attending Police Officer. The Police Officer is subordinate to the Chief of Police and all other ranking officers in the department. The role protects life and property and enforces federal, state, and local laws and ordinances in accordance with departmental policies, procedures, and state statutes. Officers work days, afternoons, or graveyards on an assigned shift. Starting pay is $35.12–$48.55 per hour, depending on experience. Previous qualifying law enforcement experience receives 1-for-1 service credit up to 10 years, including Corrections time and qualifying Military Police experience.

Requirements

Graduate from high school or possess a GED certificate.
Possess a valid Utah driver’s license or have the ability to obtain one.
Be at least 21 years of age.
Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Attach passing Stanard & Associates NPOST exam scores; a passing score is 70% or higher in each section. Out-of-state applicants may submit an NPOST registration receipt with the application, but must pass the exam to continue in the hiring process.
Be a U.S. citizen, or a lawful permanent resident who has been legally in the United States for the five years immediately before applying and is legally authorized to work in the United States.
Be able to work independently.
Be willing and able to work overtime as workload dictates.
Be able to work assigned shifts, which may include non-traditional schedules, and be recalled to respond to critical incidents as required.

Nice To Haves

SFO and/or BCO certification (optional application attachment).
College diploma (optional application attachment).
Previous law enforcement experience, including qualifying Corrections or Military Police experience, may receive service credit.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a department vehicle during normal and emergency driving situations in accordance with department policy and state statute.
Respond to calls for service, requests for assistance from other officers, and directions from supervisory personnel.
Conduct initial investigations of criminal activity and traffic accidents.
Recognize and protect crime scenes to preserve and gather evidence.
Prepare thorough and complete reports of investigations and daily activity.
Maintain working knowledge of criminal and traffic law and proactively recognize violations and take appropriate action.
Be prepared and capable of using required force to effect arrests, up to and including deadly force.
Verbally articulate in court facts relating to investigations, arrests, and traffic citations in which the officer participated as a primary or backup officer.
Assist community members, including assisting motorists, giving directions, and answering general questions.
Maintain a professional appearance and comply with department dress and grooming standards.
Maintain knowledge of department-issued equipment and keep it in good working order.
Work cooperatively with other agencies.
Maintain required certifications and proficiency, including participating in mandatory department physical fitness standards.

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Voluntary pet insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Education assistance program
Police officer housing incentive within West Valley City jurisdictional boundaries
Utah Retirement Systems pension and/or 401(k)