Salt Lake County
Public Safety Deputy - Sheriffs Office
Salt Lake County, West Jordan, Utah, United States, 84088
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Public Safety Deputy - Sheriffs Office
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Base pay range: $26.41/hr - $26.41/hr.
Job Description PUBLIC SAFETY DEPUTY
No Experience Or Training Required
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 selected 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 thereafter
Participation in the Utah Retirement Systems Plan
Work locations are at various County Facilities and 3rd District Court.
For any questions, please e-mail
SH-HR@slco.org
or call 385-468-9890.
JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! No Experience Or Training Needed!
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 Utah Department of Public Safety's website.
Must pass the PT Test. Test date March 12th and 14th, 2026.
Physical Fitness (PT) Test Minimum Requirements
Vertical Jump = 14.5 inches
Push-Up = 14
Isometric Plank = 30 seconds
1.5 Mile Run = Under 16 minutes and 11 seconds.
Only those who pass the PT test will continue through the hiring process.
Hiring Process
PT Test
Initial Interview
Conditional Offer
Background Investigations Process including a Computer Voice Stress Analysis (CVSA)
Background Interviews/Job Offers
If hired, you will be required to pass a Medical/Physical Evaluation and a Drug screen.
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management
Business Consulting and Services
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Public Safety Deputy - Sheriffs Office
role at
Salt Lake County .
Base pay range: $26.41/hr - $26.41/hr.
Job Description PUBLIC SAFETY DEPUTY
No Experience Or Training Required
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 selected 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 thereafter
Participation in the Utah Retirement Systems Plan
Work locations are at various County Facilities and 3rd District Court.
For any questions, please e-mail
SH-HR@slco.org
or call 385-468-9890.
JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! No Experience Or Training Needed!
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 Utah Department of Public Safety's website.
Must pass the PT Test. Test date March 12th and 14th, 2026.
Physical Fitness (PT) Test Minimum Requirements
Vertical Jump = 14.5 inches
Push-Up = 14
Isometric Plank = 30 seconds
1.5 Mile Run = Under 16 minutes and 11 seconds.
Only those who pass the PT test will continue through the hiring process.
Hiring Process
PT Test
Initial Interview
Conditional Offer
Background Investigations Process including a Computer Voice Stress Analysis (CVSA)
Background Interviews/Job Offers
If hired, you will be required to pass a Medical/Physical Evaluation and a Drug screen.
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management
Business Consulting and Services
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Salt Lake County by 2x.
Get notified about new Deputy Sheriff jobs in
West Jordan, UT .
“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
#J-18808-Ljbffr