Deputy Sheriff- Corrections

## Deputy Sheriff
- Corrections Apply locations:
1 | Sheriff - Security Center time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition :
R0001702##
** UTAH COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
** 100 East Center, Suite 3800, Provo, UT 84606 Phone:
Fax:
Email: humanresourceshttp://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). ***“The Value of Public Service Employment is vital to the success of our state, county, and local communities.”
***** Utah County Government Employees start every day with the well-being of the entire community in mind:
**** How can I make my community a better place?
**** Who will need my help and protection?
**** How will I make a difference for someone?
**** We hire smart, compassionate, loyal, ethical, committed, innovative people.
**** Apply today and join our Team.**#
** JOB ANNOUNCEMENT**# Launch Your Law Enforcement Career — No Experience Required!## No law enforcement experience? No problem. Once hired, you will be paid while attending training and sponsored through the Utah POST Academy to obtain your Basic Corrections Officer Certification.

Starting Pay:  
• Deputy Sheriff I – Corrections: $29.36–$32.94/hour  
• Deputy Sheriff II – Corrections: $30.74–$35.35/hour (requires a minimum of 18 months of certified corrections experience)
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* Minimum Qualifications:

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* • High school diploma or equivalent  *
* • At least 19 years old to attend POST Academy*
* • Valid driver’s license (Utah license required within 60 days of hire)
** Testing/Interview Process:
** Video Exam Candidates must score at least 70% on each section.

Physical Fitness Test  
• 1.5-mile run in 17 minutes or less  
• 30-second plank  
• 10 push-ups without rest

In-Person Interviews (2–3 Weeks After Testing)  The top 18–25 scoring candidates will be invited to participate in an in-person interview with our hiring panel.##

Work Schedule:

• 7 night shifts
• 4 days off
• 4 day shifts
• 7 days off
• 3 day shifts
• 3 days off Then the schedule repeats.
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* What You’ll Do:

** Deputy Sheriffs assigned to Corrections help maintain the safety and security of the Utah County Security Center. Duties include inmate booking, housing, transportation, supervision, and inmate work programs.# Important Hiring Information:
Testing is conducted every 2–3 months based on hiring needs. The most recent testing date took place on May 11, 2026.# Applicants will be contacted when a new testing date has been scheduled. All testing communication and updates will be sent via email.#
** Additional Employment Requirements:  
• Pass background investigation  
• Polygraph examination  
• Psychological evaluation  
• Medical exam and drug screening  
• Become POST certified within 12 months of hire
** Full

Job Description s:  Deputy Sheriff I – Corrections   Sheriff I Corrections 4911 eputy Sheriff II – Corrections   Sheriff II Corrections 4011 enefits Include:  
• 100% paid health insurance premiums  
• Up to 6.2% 401(k) match  
• Utah Retirement System pension options  
• 14 paid holidays  
• Dental & Vision Insurance  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  
• Pre-tax HSA savings

Utah County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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