Police Officer - Sandy City

Job Description

We are currently looking for qualified candidates for the position of Police Officer. Under the general supervision of a Police Sergeant, the Police Officer provides a range of routine and emergency police services. Police Officers enforce criminal laws along with county and city ordinances.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must obtain and maintain Utah LEO POST certification
• Must possess and maintain a valid Utah Driver’s License
• Must be able to qualify on a yearly basis in required areas such as firearms, emergency vehicle operations, department physical ability course, and arrest control (unless excused by Chief of Police)
• Must attend mandatory training as defined by department policy
• Must pass a one-year probationary period
• Must have knowledge of criminal and traffic laws, rules of proper verbal and written communication, ethical principles, and principles of self-defense
• Must demonstrate great responsibility for the care, condition, and use of materials, equipment, money, and tools
• Must demonstrate great responsibility for decisions that affect the lives and well-being of others
• Must demonstrate the use of sound judgment when deciding when to take police action and what situations warrant an arrest
• Must be able to type at least 30 words per minute (typing test required)

Utah State Statute requires that a peace officer meets the following:

• Must be a United States citizen OR a lawful resident who has been in the United States legally for 5 years and has legal authorization to work in the United States
• Must be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment as a peace officer
• May not have been convicted of an offense involving dishonesty, unlawful sexual conduct, physical violence, and/or domestic violence
• May not have been convicted of the unlawful use, sale, or possession of a controlled substance in the past five years
• May not have been convicted of a crime for which the applicant could have been punished by imprisonment in a federal penitentiary of this or another state
• Must be a High School graduate
• Must demonstrate good moral character as determined by a background investigation
• Must be free of any physical, emotional, or mental conditions that might adversely affect the performance of duty as a peace officer 

Note: Candidates not qualifying during any phase of testing, excluding the psychological test phase, may reapply and test for a position during any new hiring process. Candidates not passing the psychological phase of testing will not be allowed to retake the psychological test for a minimum two year time period from the original job posting date. Applications may only be submitted online at https://jobs.citysuitehr.com/sandycity. If you don’t have access to a computer you can visit Sandy City Human Resources office to apply at 10000 Centennial Parkway, Suite 310 (10000 S. 170 W) Sandy Utah. Sandy City will provide reasonable accommodations for any applicant during the examination and selection process. Sandy City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, protected veteran’s status or other classes protected by applicable federal, state and local employment law. In addition, it is the City’s policy not to discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to application procedures, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, training or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. If you have special needs or questions, please call 801-568-7151. Sandy City is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Must pass drug test before hire. If the position is a step position, it may be filled at a lower level.

Company Description

Sandy City is located in beautiful Salt Lake County, Utah. Our walkable and transit-oriented city center called "The Cairns" connects mountain adventure with an active urban lifestyle. With a bustling city arts and entertainment scene, world-class mountain skiing and summer recreation, a strong network of trails and outdoor public spaces, and unsurpassed shopping and dining, Sandy City is a destination location like no other!

With low property taxes, a low crime rate, great job availability, a highly-rated school system, and excellent entertainment and recreation options, Sandy City is a great place to live and work. If you think you are ready to be a part of our community, then we encourage you to continue with this job application!

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Retirement
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-term Medical Leave
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Training Opportunities
• Expressions of Appreciation
• Departmental Specific Awards
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Bereavement Leave
• Court Witness and Jury Duty Leave
• No Social Security Deductions