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Salt Lake County

Public Safety Deputy - Sheriff's Office

Salt Lake County, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193

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Public Safety Deputy - Sheriff's Office

at Salt Lake County

Hourly rate:

$26.41

per hour.

We will pay for your POST Certification Training and also pay you an hourly wage and full benefits while attending our POST Academy. This recruitment is for an academy with a tentative start date of

June 8th, 2026 .

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

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

$1200 uniform allowance first year and $300 ballistic vest voucher

$900 uniform allowance each year after

Participation in the Utah Retirement Systems Plan

Work Locations Various County Facilities and 3rd District Court.

Contact Email:

SH-HR@slco.org

or call 385-468-9890.

Hiring Process

PT Test (Vertical Jump ≥ 14.5 inches, Push-Up ≥ 14, Isometric Plank ≥ 30 seconds, 1.5 Mile Run

Initial Interview

Conditional Offer

Background Investigations including a Computer Voice Stress Analysis (CVSA)

Background Interviews/Job Offer

If hired, you will be required to pass a Medical/Physical Evaluation and a Drug screen.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a U.S. citizen or have lived in the country for at least five years and have legal authorization to work.

Must be at least 21 years of age by the date of hire.

Must be a resident of the State of Utah at the time of hire.

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 the Utah Department of Public Safety's website.

Must pass the PT Test (test dates March 12th and 14th, 2026).

“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 actually loved it and that was something that I had never experienced with a job before. I found so much value and fulfilment in it. The training is amazing. I learned and grew so much in the academy and have continued throughout my career.” – current Salt Lake County Deputy

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