Salt Lake County
Public Safety Deputy - Sheriffs Office
Salt Lake County, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Public Safety Deputy – Sheriff's Office, Salt Lake County
Salary range:
$26.41/hr
(base pay)
Job Description The Public Safety Bureau is responsible for a wide variety of law enforcement functions across the Salt Lake Valley. Deputies transition between law enforcement and client‑focused community policing as situations demand. This position is both challenging and rewarding; duties include:
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 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 per month
Sick leave starting at 8 hours per month
11 paid holidays per year
$1,200 uniform allowance first year and $300 ballistic vest voucher
$900 uniform allowance each year thereafter
Participation in the Utah Retirement Systems Plan
Minimum Qualifications
U.S. citizen or have lived in the U.S. for at least five years and have legal authorization to work
At least 21 years of age by the date of hire
Resident of the State of Utah at the time of hire
Valid Utah driver’s license at time of hire
High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
No disqualifying criminal history (see Utah Department of Public Safety website)
Pass the PT test (vertical jump 14.5 inches, push‑up 14, isometric plank 30 seconds, 1.5 mile run under 16:11). Test dates March 12–14, 2026
Hiring Process
PT Test
Initial Interview
Conditional Offer
Background Investigation (including Computer Voice Stress Analysis)
Background Interviews/Job Offers
Medical/Physical Evaluation and drug screen
Contact For any questions, please e-mail SH-HR@slco.org or call 385‑468‑9890.
Work Locations Various County Facilities and 3rd District Court.
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$26.41/hr
(base pay)
Job Description The Public Safety Bureau is responsible for a wide variety of law enforcement functions across the Salt Lake Valley. Deputies transition between law enforcement and client‑focused community policing as situations demand. This position is both challenging and rewarding; duties include:
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 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 per month
Sick leave starting at 8 hours per month
11 paid holidays per year
$1,200 uniform allowance first year and $300 ballistic vest voucher
$900 uniform allowance each year thereafter
Participation in the Utah Retirement Systems Plan
Minimum Qualifications
U.S. citizen or have lived in the U.S. for at least five years and have legal authorization to work
At least 21 years of age by the date of hire
Resident of the State of Utah at the time of hire
Valid Utah driver’s license at time of hire
High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
No disqualifying criminal history (see Utah Department of Public Safety website)
Pass the PT test (vertical jump 14.5 inches, push‑up 14, isometric plank 30 seconds, 1.5 mile run under 16:11). Test dates March 12–14, 2026
Hiring Process
PT Test
Initial Interview
Conditional Offer
Background Investigation (including Computer Voice Stress Analysis)
Background Interviews/Job Offers
Medical/Physical Evaluation and drug screen
Contact For any questions, please e-mail SH-HR@slco.org or call 385‑468‑9890.
Work Locations Various County Facilities and 3rd District Court.
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