Police Officer

City-of-South-Jordan-; South Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of South Jordan is seeking a Full-Time Police Officer to protect and serve a growing community. You will patrol all areas, respond to emergencies, secure crime scenes, conduct investigations, and assist the public with professionalism and integrity.

Join a department committed to community policing, teamwork, and ongoing training, while you enforce laws, prepare detailed reports, and participate in court proceedings as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Utah Class D driver's license required.
• Able to handle high-pressure situations with integrity.
• Strong communication and commitment to service.

Responsibilities

• Patrol all areas of South Jordan to deter crime and assist the public.
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls, secure crime scenes, conduct investigations, and make arrests when laws are violated.
• Enforce traffic laws, conduct DUI and accident investigations, and assist motorists.
• Prepare and submit detailed reports and testify in court when required.
• Serve legal documents and maintain records of legal dispositions.
• Maintain issued equipment, including firearms and patrol vehicles.
• Represent the department positively, through ongoing community policing efforts.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Strong communication

Integrity and sound judgment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Join the City of South Jordan as a Full-Time Police Officer!

Are you ready to serve and protect a vibrant, growing community? The City of South Jordan is seeking a Full-Time Police Officer to join the South Jordan Police Department.

What You'll Do:

• Patrol all areas of South Jordan to deter crime and assist the public.
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls, secure crime scenes, conduct investigations, and make arrests when laws are violated.
• Enforce traffic laws, conduct DUI and accident investigations, and assist motorists.
• Prepare and submit detailed reports and testify in court when required.
• Serve legal documents and maintain records of legal dispositions.
• Maintain issued equipment, including firearms and patrol vehicles.
• Represent the department positively, through ongoing community policing efforts.

Who You Are:

• High school graduate or equivalent (GED).
• Valid Utah Class D driver license.
• Skilled in handling high-pressure situations with integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Strong communicator with a commitment to responsible service.

Why Join South Jordan?

• Work in a forward-thinking, community-oriented department.
• Serve in one of Utah's most desirable and fastest-growing cities.
• Enjoy a collaborative work environment committed to professional excellence and continuous training.

A complete list of essential functions and minimum requirements of this position may be viewed on the job description, located on the City's website - https://sjc.utah.gov/502/Job-Descriptions. To request accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the City's EEO Program Manager at 801-254-3742 ext. 1852.

It is the policy of the City of South Jordan to provide equal employment opportunity in City government for all persons; to prohibit discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy genetics, or disability.