Lateral Police Officer

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We’re looking for well-qualified police officers who want to work for Utah’s capital city! Continue your career with Salt Lake City Police Department and discover endless opportunities for growth and development.

Lateral Police Officer

• At least one full year of experience working in a Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) capacity for an agency whose primary responsibility is responding to calls for service in the community.
• A current Utah Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certificate as a Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) or successfully passed the Utah POST waiver exam (if you are an out-of-state candidate).

A full list of duties and qualifications can be found here.

Opportunities are limited; this position may close at any time without notice. Apply today!

Click the Apply button above and submit your application with your resume and Utah POST certificate (or equivalent). We will review your application and contact you for the next steps.

We welcome all out-of-state officers! You don’t need to start the waiver process before applying. The process includes a knowledge exam and physical fitness test held in Sandy, Utah. More info: here.

• Get credit for your experience towards your starting pay and vacation accruals.
• Full city benefits from day one: health, dental, vision, paid time off, and more.
• Various specialty assignments available.
• All equipment provided.
• Competitive pay incentives and overtime opportunities.

Entry: $33.20/hr; 2-year: $35.19/hr; 4-year: $37.30/hr; 6-year: $39.54/hr; 8-year: $41.91/hr; 10-year: $44.42/hr; 12-year: $47.09/hr.

More info on qualifications and recruitment process links provided in the original description.

Offers are contingent on background check and legal compliance.