Corrections Deputy: POST Academy Cadet (Paid Training)

careers-slco; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Safety retirement

Health insurance

Paid sick leave

Vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office is recruiting for a Corrections Deputy in Salt Lake County, Utah. The role provides training through the POST Academy, with the academy start date tentatively set for March 1, 2027, and includes a funded training path plus hourly wages and full benefits during training.

The position leads into a POST-certified career, offering growth and advancement within public safety. Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications and pass the required tests to proceed in

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or have lived in the country for at least five years and have legal authorization to work
• Must be at least 19 years of age by the date of hire
• Must be a resident of the State of Utah at the time of hire
• Must possess a valid Utah Driver's license at time of hire
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Must not have any disqualifying criminal history. Details can be found on Utah Department of Public Safety's website.
• Must have a passing NPOST score at 70% or higher
• Must pass the PT Test.

Responsibilities

• Assist with housing prisoners, processing new arrestees
• Respond to emergency situations and provide appropriate responses
• Learn defensive tactics and de-escalation techniques
• Work with the mentally ill population and adhere to safety protocols
• Engage in public interactions and perform law enforcement duties outside and inside facilities

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office is recruiting for a Corrections Deputy in Salt Lake County, Utah. The role provides training through the POST Academy, with the academy start date tentatively set for March 1, 2027, and includes a funded training path plus hourly wages and full benefits during training.

The position leads into a POST-certified career, offering growth and advancement within public safety. Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications and pass the required tests to proceed in