Police Officer I / II

Pleasant Grove, UT
Pleasant Grove City

Salary: $26.35 -$34.03.

Position Summary:

A Police Officer is responsible for Administrative duties within the Police Department. These duties may include technical, administrative, management, investigative, crime prevention, interacting with public, and duties and responsibilities as are required under the job description of Road Patrol Officer, as necessary.

Essential Functions:

  • Upholds and enforce the law impartially, to protect life, liberty, property, human rights and the dignity of the members of the public.
  • Patrol the city to preserve law and order. Prevent and discover the commission of a crime, and enforce the criminal and traffic code of the State of Utah.
  • Provide a visible presence to deter crime and reassure the community.
  • Answer calls and complaints involving thefts, burglaries, assaults, and other misdemeanors and felony crimes
  • Conduct preliminary investigations, identify, secure, and gathers evidence.
  • Make arrests, prepare written reports, and testify in court.
  • Identify individuals and locations at risk of being involved in crime.
  • Issues traffic citations; direct traffic, and investigate traffic accidents.
  • Works in partnership with businesses, groups and individuals.
  • Respond to citizen and community needs.
  • Demonstrate initiative and keep abreast of current trends, practices and programs by participating in career and professional development.
  • Maintain professional work habits and image.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Utah POST Certification.
  • Valid Utah Driver’s License.
  • Prior experience is preferred but not mandatory.