POST Investigator

State of Utah • Sandy, UT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Utah Department of Public Safety’s Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) is seeking an Investigator to investigate officer misconduct, conduct applicant background reviews, and teach basic training courses. The role supports POST’s mission to strengthen Utah citizens’ faith and confidence in law enforcement. The position is in-office/on-site at 410 West 9800 South, Sandy, Utah, and the incumbent must reside within 50 miles of POST. The position is full-time and eligible for a full benefits package. Salary is $50.00–$61.87 per hour.

The investigator conducts investigations into complaints and allegations involving inappropriate activities, rule infractions, or illegal actions; reviews police academy applicants for entrance eligibility; interprets and applies agency policies, procedures, laws, and regulations; and ensures compliance with applicable requirements. The role also responds to questions and complaints, maintains detailed records and prepares reports, serves as an expert witness, testifies or makes recommendations in court cases and hearings, and provides assistance or on-the-job training. Teaching duties include basic training courses such as report writing and interview and interrogation.

Requirements

• Current law enforcement officer (LEO) certification.
• At least seven years of law enforcement experience.
• At least two years of investigative experience.
• POST certification; Peace Officer Standards Training in Utah is required.
• Valid driver license required to drive a motor vehicle on a highway in Utah.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, administrative rules, and case law to case facts.
• Applicants are subject to drug screening and an extensive background investigation before a final offer; a polygraph may be included.
• Must reside within 50 miles of POST at 410 West 9800 South, Sandy, Utah.
• Work requires physical exertion and may require standing, walking over rough surfaces, bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, and repeatedly or for long periods lifting items up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Extensive experience with teaching and training presentations.
• Self-motivated.
• Meticulous and thorough.
• Ability to take a concept and turn it into a finished product.
• Knowledge of interviewing techniques and processes.
• Preference may be given to current Department of Public Safety employees.

Responsibilities

• Investigate complaints and allegations of officer misconduct, inappropriate activities, rule infractions, and illegal actions.
• Teach basic training courses, including report writing and interview and interrogation.
• Review and process police academy candidates’ applications to determine entrance eligibility.
• Enforce laws, rules, and regulations.
• Identify problems or potential problem areas and recommend solutions.
• Interpret, clarify, explain, and apply agency policies and procedures, business practices, and federal or state laws and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
• Receive, research, and respond to questions or complaints; provide information, explain policies and procedures, and facilitate resolutions.
• Maintain detailed inspection or investigation records, prepare reports, and complete related administrative requirements.
• Act as an expert witness and provide testimony or recommendations in court cases and hearings.
• Provide assistance and/or on-the-job training.

Benefits

• Full benefits package eligibility.
• Job stability within a well-established organization.
• Career growth, skill development, and opportunities for leadership.
• Meaningful work that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive work environment emphasizing cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
• Work/life balance is described as an important element of the organization’s culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed