About this Deputy Sheriff - Corrections role at Utah County
UTAH COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
100 East Center, Suite 3800, Provo, UT 84606 Phone: (801) 851-8158
Fax: (801) 851-8166 Email: [email protected]
“The Value of Public Service Employment is vital to the success of our state, county, and local communities.”
Utah County Government Employees start every day with the well-being of the entire community in mind:
How can I make my community a better place?
Who will need my help and protection?
How will I make a difference for someone?
We hire smart, compassionate, loyal, ethical, committed, innovative people.
Apply today and join our Team.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Launch 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: $29.95/hour
• Deputy Sheriff II – Corrections: $31.35–$36.06/hour (requires a minimum of 18 months of certified corrections experience)
Minimum Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 19 years old to attend POST Academy
• Valid driver’s license (Utah license required within 60 days of hire)
Testing/Interview Process:
Video Exam
Candidates must score at least 70% on each section.
Physical Fitness Test
• 1.5-mile run in 17 minutes or less
• 30-second plank
• 10 push-ups without rest
In-Person Interviews (2–3 Weeks After Testing)
The top 18–25 ranked candidates will be invited to participate in an in-person interview with our hiring panel.
Work Schedule:
• 7 night shifts
• 4 days off
• 4 day shifts
• 7 days off
• 3 day shifts
• 3 days off
Then the schedule repeats.
Testing is conducted every 2–3 months based on hiring needs. The most recent testing date took place on August 26, 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 investigation
• Polygraph examination
• Psychological evaluation
• Medical exam and drug screening
• Become POST certified within 12 months of hire
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.
Full Job Descriptions:
Deputy Sheriff I – Corrections
http://hr.utahcounty.gov/cms/uploads/Deputy_Sheriff_I_Corrections_4911_b55c06a197.pdf
Deputy Sheriff II – Corrections
http://hr.utahcounty.gov/cms/uploads/Deputy_Sheriff_II_Corrections_4011_bd287208e8.pdf
Benefits Include:
• 100% paid health insurance premiums
• Up to 6.2% 401(k) match
• Utah Retirement System pension options
• 14 paid holidays
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pre-tax HSA savings
Utah County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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.