Police Officer

Kaysville City•Kaysville, UT

1d•$34 - $53•Onsite

About The Position

The Police Officer works under the direction of the Sergeant and is responsible for the protection of life and property and the enforcement of laws and ordinances. The Kaysville Police Department works cohesively with the community, striving to enhance public safety through education, engagement, and enforcement.

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma or the equivalent (GED).
Some knowledge of police terminology and practices; some knowledge of municipal and state law.
Knowledge of standard safety practices and procedures relating to police operations and equipment.
Skill in the use of firearms, the operation of police vehicles, and all related police equipment.
Ability to wear and carry ballistic vest, handgun, duty belt, and all related police equipment.
Ability to remain composed in stressful situations; ability to react quickly; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the police, other agencies, and the public; ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Must have a valid Utah driver's license and be deemed insurable and able to operate City-owned vehicles.
Possession of the Peace Officer Certification from Utah Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) is preferred.
Must acquire and maintain certification with the Bureau of Criminal Identification.
Must acquire and maintain certifications in the use of firearms, less-lethal devices, CPR, and all other related law enforcement tools and applications.

Nice To Haves

Utah POST certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists in responding to the protection of life and property calls, such as robbery, burglary, family disturbances, theft, and vandalism.
Assists in investigation and follow-up investigation on scene and suspect; makes arrests.
Writes and compiles crime case reports, arrest reports, complaint reports, and traffic accident reports for each case handled during the shift; issues tickets to traffic violators and testifies in court.
Performs traffic enforcement and routine patrol; operates the intoxilyzer and radar equipment; monitors traffic movement; reports hazards, such as blockages of street view, holes, etc.
Assists in conducting security checks of business and residential establishments.
Implement training for canines for use in police work.
Learns problem-solving techniques to address community problems.
Participates in directed patrols.
Provides both written and verbal information to the public upon request.
Performs vehicle, foot, and bicycle patrol.
Performs related duties as required.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
Paid time off (174 hours) and Holidays (13 days annually)
HSA (up to $2400 HSA contribution annually, City paid)
Life Insurance ($50,000 City Paid)
Annual Uniform Allowance
Training and growth opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement plan
Complete gym on premise
Gym Membership Reimbursement ($20/month)
Cell phone plan (City paid)
iPhone or Android - Highly discounted prices on new cell phones.
Paid Parental Leave (eligible after 12 months of employment)
Fully paid Utah Retirement Plan (URS) & Optional 401k/457
Tier II Employees receive an additional 2.02% 401k contribution(subject to change)