Police Officer - Public Safety Leader & Community Protector

Pleasant Grove City; Pleasant Grove (UT); On-site; USD 65,956 - 100,214; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

URS retirement

Medical insurance

Car allowance

Holiday pay

Overtime opportunities

Education increments

401(k) match

Job summary

Pleasant Grove Police Department is seeking qualified Police Officers to join its patrol teams. The role requires Utah POST certification, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid Utah driver's license.

Candidates should have at least two years of sworn experience and will serve in various patrol and investigative duties to protect residents. The department offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive hourly pay, with opportunities for advancement and specialized assignments within a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Utah POST Certification.
• Valid Utah Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Upholds and enforces the law impartially to protect life, liberty, property, human rights, and the public's dignity.
• Patrols the city to preserve law and order, enforcing Utah criminal and traffic codes.
• Provides visible presence to deter crime and reassure the community.
• Responds to calls involving thefts, burglaries, assaults, misdemeanors, and felonies.
• Conducts preliminary investigations, gathers evidence, makes arrests, and testifies in court.
• Issues traffic citations, directs traffic, and investigates accidents.
• Works with businesses and residents to meet community needs.
• Demonstrates initiative and pursues ongoing professional development.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Interpreting reports

Effective communication

Customer service

Decision-making

Stress management

Physical fitness

Situational awareness

Surveillance equipment use

Team partnership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Utah POST Certification

Valid Utah Driver's License

Job description

Pleasant Grove Police Department is seeking qualified Police Officers to join its patrol teams. The role requires Utah POST certification, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid Utah driver's license.

Candidates should have at least two years of sworn experience and will serve in various patrol and investigative duties to protect residents. The department offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive hourly pay, with opportunities for advancement and specialized assignments within a