Deputy Sheriff- Corrections

UTAH COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT100 East Center, Suite 3800, Provo, UT 84606 Phone: (801) 851-8158Fax: (801) 851-8166 Email: humanresources@UtahCounty.gov Value of Public Service Employment is vital to the success of our state, county, and local communities.”JOB ANNOUNCEMENTLaunch Your Law Enforcement Career — No Experience Required!No law enforcement experience? No problem. Once hired, you will be paid while attending training and sponsored through the Utah POST Academy to obtain your Basic Corrections Officer Certification.Starting Pay:Deputy Sheriff I – Corrections: $29.36–$32.94/hourDeputy Sheriff II – Corrections: $30.74–$35.35/hour (requires a minimum of 18 months of certified corrections experience)Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalentAt least 19 years old to attend POST AcademyValid driver's license (Utah license required within 60 days of hire)Testing/Interview Process:Video ExamCandidates must score at least 70% on each section.Physical Fitness Test1.5-mile run in 17 minutes or less30-second plank10 push-ups without restIn-Person Interviews (2–3 Weeks After Testing)The top 18–25 scoring candidates will be invited to participate in an in-person interview with our hiring panel.Work Schedule:7 night shifts4 days off4 day shifts7 days off3 day shifts3 days offThen the schedule repeats.What You'll Do:Deputy Sheriffs assigned to Corrections help maintain the safety and security of the Utah County Security Center. Duties include inmate booking, housing, transportation, supervision, and inmate work programs.Important Hiring Information:Testing is conducted every 2–3 months based on hiring needs. The most recent testing date took place on May 11, 2026.Applicants will be contacted when a new testing date has been scheduled. All testing communication and updates will be sent via email.Additional Employment Requirements:Pass background investigationPolygraph examinationPsychological evaluationMedical exam and drug screeningBecome POST certified within 12 months of hireFull Job Descriptions:Deputy Sheriff I – Corrections: Sheriff II – Corrections: Include:100% paid health insurance premiumsUp to 6.2% 401(k) matchUtah Retirement System pension options14 paid holidaysDental & Vision InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Pre-tax HSA savingsUtah County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.AAP/EEO StatementIt 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#J-18808-Ljbffr

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