Police Officer​/Senior Police Officer

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$33.60-$52.74 per hour

Park City Municipal is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Officer and Senior Police Officer from Utah POST certified candidates and lateral transfers. Park City Municipal will compensate lateral candidates based on their previous law enforcement experience and qualifications.

Under direct supervision of the shift Sergeant and general supervision of the section Lieutenant, a police officer performs technical law enforcement duties through intervention and resolution of problems, enforcement of law and ordinances, maintaining order, and protecting the general welfare of the community. Officers are expected to support the Department and City’s vision and values, enforce the law, and contribute to the community.

• Patrol the Park City area, checking for problems and illegal activities.
• Make decisions related to Park City and State of Utah laws to ensure consistent law enforcement and safety of the community and guests.
• Direct traffic, conduct traffic enforcement, and issue citations for violations.
• Prepare cases for court and collaborate with the City Prosecutor and County Attorney’s offices.
• Act as an Officer in Charge (OIC) and provide team leadership or supervisory support.
• Respond to emergency and non‑emergency calls for service, providing guidance and direction to the public.
• Work closely with all levels in the Police Department, neighboring public safety agencies, the Summit County Attorney’s Office, courts, Park City Fire Department, and various City departments.
• Conduct criminal investigations, including drafting, serving, and executing search warrants, and interviewing complainants, witnesses, and suspects.
• Provide emergency first aid and life‑saving measures for suspects, citizens, and first responders.
• Perform emergency management functions such as incident command as assigned.
• Serve official processes (notices, summonses, subpoenas) as assigned.
• Participate in Community Oriented Policing teams and special assignments (e.g., School Resource Officer, Investigations, Community Outreach, Traffic Unit, Medical Examiner, SWAT, Instructor roles).

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Utah P.O.S.T. category I certification.
• Valid Utah State Driver’s License.
• Ability to pass psychological and physical evaluation.
• Full background investigation clearance.
• Ability to meet and maintain department physical agility standards.
• Completion of required training and certifications in support of essential functions.
• Current job‑related certifications (Intoxilyzer, RADAR/lidar, first aid, AED, CPR).
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
• Annual POST physical fitness standard or approved alternative fitness test compliance.

• At least two years post‑high school education in criminal justice or a related field.
• Basic Spanish communication ability.
• Completed Emergency Management certifications.

• Occasional handling of objects and tools; must reach, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• May need to use physical force and lift more than 100 pounds.
• Acceptance of vision requirements (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception).
• Use of a duty belt and bullet‑resistant vest (≈25 pounds).
• Work in office, vehicles, and outdoor settings with all weather exposure.
• Shift work of 10–12 hour shifts covering 24‑hour operations year‑round, including holidays and weekends.
• Potential exposure to fire, chemical, electrical, mechanical hazards; bodily fluids; illicit substances; fast‑moving vehicles and accidents.