Lateral Police Officer

Salary: $31.91-$48.20 per hour

Position Summary:

This position works under the direction of a department sergeant; performs police patrols, investigations, traffic regulation and related law enforcement activities. Probationary period for a police officer is twelve months. The essential functions of the position include assisting in responding to life and property calls such as robbery, burglary, family disturbances, theft, and vandalism; assisting in investigation and follow up on scene and suspect; and making arrests of offenders. Writing and filing crime case reports, arrest reports, and complaint reports for each case handled during the shift. This position will perform traffic enforcement and routine patrol; operate the Intoxilyzer and radar equipment; monitor traffic movement; report hazards, such as blockages of street view, holes, etc.; and provide both written and verbal information to the public upon request.

Requirements:

• Must possess a Utah POST Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) certification in good standing or be certifiable prior to date of employment
• Must be a United States citizen
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must possess a valid Utah driver’s license or have the ability to obtain one prior to employment
• Must be able to pass an in depth background investigation