Deputy Sheriff- Enforcement

Deputy Sheriff I & II Enforcement

The Utah County Sheriff's Department is the law enforcement agency in the county and is responsible for the preservation of the peace. The Sheriff and deputies make arrests, oversee the courts and the County Correctional Facility, and prepare legal documents for the Sheriff's sale.

Under the general supervision of a Sergeant-Enforcement, performs field Peace Officer duties at the full-performance level. Incumbents may be assigned to Investigations, Patrol, Emergency Services, or Judicial Services.

This recruitment is continuous and will remain open until all positions are filled. Testing is conducted approximately every three months, with the next anticipated session scheduled for May/Jun 2026. The testing process is weighted as follows:

• Supplemental Questionnaire: 40% of the overall final score
• Practical Scenario: 30% of the overall final score
• Oral Interview: 30% of the overall final score

Please review the job descriptions to ensure you meet the minimum requirements:

Deputy Sheriff I Enforcement- (Certifiable, currently attending POST Academy)

Deputy Sheriff II Enforcement - (Law Enforcement Certified with Law Enforcement Experience)

If you do not meet the minimum requirements for the Deputy Sheriff II Enforcement position, you may still qualify for the Deputy Sheriff I Enforcement role and be hired in an underfill capacity. (You must obtain a law enforcement certificate through POST by the date of hire or be currently enrolled.)

Starting Pay: Deputy Sheriff II Enforcement - Grade 726 Step A - $35.35- Step G $40.61 (based on experience)

Deputy Sheriff I Enforcement Grade 724 Step A - $ 30.74- Step G $35.35

Job Qualifications: Deputy Sheriff I - Enforcement

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Applicant must be currently enrolled in a Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) course approved by POST and must obtain Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) certification within the first twelve (12) months in position.
• Applicant must possess Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) certification issued through the Utah State Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Agency.
• Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and obtain a valid State of Utah Driver's License within sixty (60) days of employment.

Job Qualifications: Deputy Sheriff II - Enforcement

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• One (1) year of work experience in the capacity of a certified Law Enforcement Officer.
• Applicants must possess current Utah Law Enforcement Officer certification through the Utah State Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Agency.
• Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and obtain a valid State of Utah Driver's License within sixty (60) days of employment.

Benefits Package Includes:

• 100% paid premiums for health insurance
• Up to 6.2% match in your 401(k)
• Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options)
• Pre-tax savings Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Fourteen (14) paid Holidays
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• AAP/EEO Statement
• It is the policy of Utah County Government to assure equal employment opportunity to its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic status of gender identity.

UTAH COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Deputy Sheriff I & II Enforcement

The Utah County Sheriff's Department is the law enforcement agency in the county and is responsible for the preservation of the peace. The Sheriff and deputies make arrests, oversee the courts and the County Correctional Facility, and prepare legal documents for the Sheriff's sale.

Under the general supervision of a Sergeant-Enforcement, performs field Peace Officer duties at the full-performance level. Incumbents may be assigned to Investigations, Patrol, Emergency Services, or Judicial Services.

This recruitment is continuous and will remain open until all positions are filled. Testing is conducted approximately every three months, with the next anticipated session scheduled for May/Jun 2026. The testing process is weighted as follows:

• Supplemental Questionnaire: 40% of the overall final score
• Practical Scenario: 30% of the overall final score
• Oral Interview: 30% of the overall final score

Please review the job descriptions to ensure you meet the minimum requirements:

Deputy Sheriff I Enforcement- (Certifiable, currently attending POST Academy)

Deputy Sheriff II Enforcement - (Law Enforcement Certified with Law Enforcement Experience)

If you do not meet the minimum requirements for the Deputy Sheriff II Enforcement position, you may still qualify for the Deputy Sheriff I Enforcement role and be hired in an underfill capacity. (You must obtain a law enforcement certificate through POST by the date of hire or be currently enrolled.)

Starting Pay: Deputy Sheriff II Enforcement - Grade 726 Step A - $35.35- Step G $40.61 (based on experience)

Deputy Sheriff I Enforcement Grade 724 Step A - $ 30.74- Step G $35.35

Job Qualifications: Deputy Sheriff I - Enforcement

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Applicant must be currently enrolled in a Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) course approved by POST and must obtain Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) certification within the first twelve (12) months in position.
• Applicant must possess Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) certification issued through the Utah State Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Agency.
• Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and obtain a valid State of Utah Driver's License within sixty (60) days of employment.

Job Qualifications: Deputy Sheriff II - Enforcement

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• One (1) year of work experience in the capacity of a certified Law Enforcement Officer.
• Applicants must possess current Utah Law Enforcement Officer certification through the Utah State Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Agency.
• Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and obtain a valid State of Utah Driver's License within sixty (60) days of employment.

Benefits Package Includes:

• 100% paid premiums for health insurance
• Up to 6.2% match in your 401(k)
• Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options)
• Pre-tax savings Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Fourteen (14) paid Holidays
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• AAP/EEO Statement
• It is the policy of Utah County Government to assure equal employment opportunity to its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic status of gender identity.

UTAH COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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