Police Officer - Sponsored, Certifiable, and Lateral

South Jordan City; South Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

City of South Jordan is seeking a Full-Time Police Officer to join the South Jordan Police Department. The role involves patrolling the city, responding to calls, enforcing laws, and maintaining records and equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, a valid Utah Class D license, and the ability to perform under pressure with integrity and strong communication skills. Join a community-focused department committed to ongoing training.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED
• Valid Utah Class D driver license
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations with integrity
• Strong communication and sound judgment

Responsibilities

• Patrol all areas to deter crime and assist the public
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls and secure scenes
• Enforce laws, investigate DUI and accidents, and assist motorists
• Prepare detailed reports and testify in court when required
• Maintain equipment and represent the department positively

Skills

Communication

Integrity

Professionalism

High-Pressure Situations

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.