FT- Lateral Police Officer - Ogden Police Department

Ogdenbusiness; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their police department as lateral officers. This full-time position offers a competitive salary with multiple pay steps, along with a generous hiring bonus for qualified candidates. The role requires prior law enforcement experience and a commitment to community safety. Successful applicants will enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. If you're passionate about making a difference and serving your community, this position could be your next great opportunity.

Benefits

Uniform Allowance

Education Incentives

Hiring Bonus

Health Benefits

Qualifications

• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Utah driver's license.
• Prior law enforcement experience is desired.

Responsibilities

• Serve and protect the community as a sworn officer.
• Conduct investigations and enforce laws.

Skills

Law Enforcement Experience

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Law Enforcement

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

P.O.S.T. Certificate

Valid Utah Driver's License

Job description

Join to apply for the FT- Lateral Police Officer - Ogden Police Department role at Ogden City Business Development Division.

OGDEN CITY - LATERAL POLICE OFFICER

Department: Police Department

Pay Grade: GRADE PO - Pay steps listed below

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Full-Time Sworn Officer, Eligible for Benefits

Required Prerequisites

• Upon hire, initial $1,100 uniform allowance (A list of required items to be purchased will be supplied).
• Annual education incentive:
• $1000 for associate degree
• $2000 for bachelor's degree
• $3000 for master's degree.
• Ogden City offers a $5000 hiring bonus for successful lateral candidates.

Experience And Training Guidelines

Some prior state, municipal, or local law enforcement experience is desired. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment; training equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade is required. Possession of a P.O.S.T. category I or II certificate or an associate degree with an emphasis in law enforcement with a minor that would enhance the officer's social awareness is desired but not mandatory. POSSESSION OF, OR ABILITY TO OBTAIN, A VALID UTAH DRIVER'S LICENSE IS REQUIRED.

Lateral Transfer Experience And Training Guidelines

Must be currently or within the last two years employed as a Peace Officer (Law Enforcement Officer) in Utah or another state; may have retired or resigned from a full-time SWORN L.E.O. position within the last two years. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment; training equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade is required.

SALARY RANGE - POLICE OFFICER

STEP 0: Annual Rate $60,859.27, Hourly Rate $29.26

STEP 1: Annual Rate $63,293.64, Hourly Rate $30.43

STEP 2: Annual Rate $65,825.39, Hourly Rate $31.65

STEP 3: Annual Rate $68,458.41, Hourly Rate $32.91

STEP 4: Annual Rate $71,196.75, Hourly Rate $34.23

STEP 5: Annual Rate $74,044.62, Hourly Rate $35.60

STEP 6: Annual Rate $77,006.40, Hourly Rate $37.02

STEP 7: Annual Rate $80,086.66, Hourly Rate $38.50

STEP 8: Annual Rate $83,290.13, Hourly Rate $40.04

STEP 9: Annual Rate $86,621.74, Hourly Rate $41.65

STEP 10: Annual Rate $90,086.61, Hourly Rate $43.31

STEP 11: Annual Rate $93,690.07, Hourly Rate $45.04

SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL ADDED TO STEP: Afternoons additional 2.5%; Graveyards additional 5.0%

OGDEN CITY APPLICATION PROCEDURE

On-line applications will be accepted at www.ogdencity.com until August 29, 2025. If you do not have access to a computer, you may come to the Ogden City Human Resources office located at 2549 Washington Blvd., Suite 220, Ogden, UT 84401 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. All applications/resumes will be evaluated and ranked based on relevant education and experience as stated therein. Highest ranking applicants may be invited for a personal interview.

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE - AA/EOE/ADAAA - FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries

• Government Administration