Public Safety Deputy Lateral - Sheriffs Office
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Government
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Public Safety Deputy Lateral - Sheriff's Office
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Base Pay Range$26.41/hr - $35.59/hr
Job DescriptionPUBLIC SAFETY DEPUTY - LATERAL
This position is open to applicants who currently hold SFO or LEO Certifications from Utah POST and have a minimum of one year experience.
Salary: $26.41 - $35.59 Hourly DOE.
- General law enforcement at government campuses
- Arresting, transporting, and booking people into a custodial facility as needed
- Court Security; including bailiff services
- Executive protection for county council, elected officials, judges, and other employees
- Monitoring select county infrastructures to help ensure the safety of Salt Lake County citizens, visitors, and employees
- Conducting comprehensive security assessments of vulnerabilities at county facilities
- Education incentive allowance up to $900/year
- Flexible medical and dental insurance options
- 100% Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
- Vacation starting at 8 hours/month
- Sick leave starting at 8 hours/month
- 11 paid holidays/year
- $1,200 uniform allowance first year and $300 ballistic vest voucher
- $900 uniform allowance each year after
- Participation in the Utah Retirement Systems Plan
Work locations are at various County Facilities and 3rd District Court.
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"I became first generation law enforcement in my family and as soon as I got a taste of what it was, I was hooked… I am also thankful for the chance they took on me." - a current Salt Lake County Deputy
Additional InformationMinimum Qualifications
- Must be SFO or LEO certified and have a minimum of one year experience
- Must possess a valid Utah Driver's license at time of hire
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Must not have any disqualifying criminal history. Details can be found on Utah Department of Public Safety's website.
- Must be free of any physical, emotional, or mental condition that might adversely affect the performance of the applicant's duties as a peace officer
- Conditional Offer
- Background Investigations Process
- Background Interviews/Job Offers
- If hired, you will be required to pass a Drug screen.
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Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment Type:
Full-time
Job Function:
Management
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