About this Deputy Sheriff- Enforcement/Patrol 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
The Utah County Sheriff’s Office is the primary law enforcement agency for Utah County and is dedicated to preserving public safety and maintaining peace within the community. Deputies perform a wide range of law enforcement duties, including patrol operations, criminal investigations, court security, emergency services, and oversight of the Utah County Correctional Facility.
APPLICATION PROCESS
The deadline to participate in the upcoming September testing and interview process was August 20, 2026. The next testing and interview session is anticipated to take place approximately two to three months after the September session.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be notified via email and provided with a Supplemental Questionnaire to complete as the first step in the testing process. The questionnaire allows applicants to highlight relevant work history, current Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) certifications, college transcripts or degrees, and specialized POST certifications.
Deputy Sheriff I – Enforcement
(Currently Attending POST Academy)
Starting Pay:
$31.35-$36.06 (Based on experience)
Qualifications:
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Currently enrolled in a POST-approved Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) course and able to obtain certification within twelve (12) months, OR possess current Utah POST Law Enforcement Officer certification
Deputy Sheriff II – Enforcement
(Current Utah Law Enforcement Certification with Law Enforcement Experience)
Starting Pay:
$36.06-$41.42 (Based on years of law enforcement experience)
Qualifications:
• One (1) year of experience as a certified Law Enforcement Officer
• Current Utah POST Law Enforcement Officer certification required
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
This recruitment is continuous and will remain open until positions are filled. Testing is conducted approximately every three months.
Please review the full job descriptions below to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications:
Deputy Sheriff I – Enforcement
(Currently attending POST Academy)
http://hr.utahcounty.gov/cms/uploads/Deputy_Sheriff_I_Enforcement_4015_c46dcf0e94.pdf
Deputy Sheriff II – Enforcement
(Current Law Enforcement certification with law enforcement experience)
http://hr.utahcounty.gov/cms/uploads/Deputy_Sheriff_II_Enforcement_4016_f55525f986.pdf
INTERNAL APPLICANT QUALIFICATIONS
(Current Utah County Sheriff Employees)
• One (1) year of experience as a certified Law Enforcement Officer and/or Corrections Officer
• Must possess current Utah POST Law Enforcement Officer or Corrections Officer certification
• Applicants selected with Corrections certification must obtain Law Enforcement certification within twelve (12) months of promotion
• Employees reassigned or transferred into this classification must already possess Law Enforcement certification
BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDES
• 100% paid health insurance premiums
• Up to 6.2% employer 401(k) match
• Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options)
• 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.