Top 15 Police officer Jobs in Layton Ut

Police Officer I, II or III
CITY OF FARMINGTON —Farmington, UT
- $31.45 - $49.11 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Entry Level Police Officer (May 2027 Academy)
SALT LAKE CITY CORP —Salt Lake City, UT
- $36.69 - $52.05 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Full-Time Lateral or Entry Level Police Officer I, II or III
Layton City —Layton, UT
- $33.35 - $52.02 an hour
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
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Police Officer
Clearfield City —Clearfield, UT
- $32.25 - $53.30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- No experience needed
- Research
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Police Officer Per Diem
Intermountain Healthcare —Salt Lake City, UT
- $50 an hour
- Part-time
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
Police Officer
Weber State University —Ogden, UT
- From $67,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
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Part Time Event Police Officer
Weber State University —Ogden, UT
- $15 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Word processing
- High school diploma or GED
Entry Level Police Officer
City of South Salt Lake —South Salt Lake, UT
- From $32.21 an hour
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Writing skills
- Residential
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Public Safety Deputy - Sheriff's Office
Salt Lake County —Salt Lake City, UT
- $27.82 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Pass drug screening
- No experience needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Police Officer
Pleasant View City —Pleasant View, UT
- From $31.37 an hour
- Full-time
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
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Sheriff Receiving Requisition
Salt Lake County —Salt Lake City, UT
- Full-time
- Mid-level
Lateral Police Officer
SALT LAKE CITY CORP —Salt Lake City, UT
- $36.69 - $52.05 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Criminal background check
- 4 years
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
Control Room Operator Courts- Sheriff's Office
Salt Lake County —Salt Lake City, UT
- $39,309 - $58,964 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
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Police Officer - Lateral
City of South Salt Lake —South Salt Lake, UT
- $32.21 - $52.41 an hour
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
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Temp Property Asset Coordinator- Sheriff's Office
Salt Lake County —Salt Lake City, UT
- $24.69 - $37.03 an hour
- Part-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Databases
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Police Officer I, II or III

CITY OF FARMINGTON -
Farmington, UT

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Job Details

Full-time
$31.45 - $49.11 an hour
1 day ago

Benefits

401(a)
Paid parental leave
Health insurance
Parental leave

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
LiDAR
Peace Officer Certification
Physical conditioning
State-specific police officer certification

Full Job Description

POLICE OFFICER I, II or III

Job Title: Police Officer (I, II or III)

Department: Police

Report to: Sergeant

Hours: 4 days a week, rotating 10-hour shifts Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Pay Structure: Step-and-Grade System

PO I Entry $31.45 to max PO III Step 4 $49.11

Close Date: August 5th, 2026

Position Summary:

Provide critical law enforcement services through routine patrol, traffic enforcement, and community protection. Responds to incidents threatening life and property including thefts, robberies, burglaries, disturbances, and arson. Conducts both on scene and follow-up investigations. Makes arrests, documents cases through detailed reports, testifies in court, operates specialized equipment, performs security checks of businesses and residences, issue citations, and carries out other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Patrol assigned areas to deter crime, enhance public safety, and identify suspicious activities.
Respond to calls for service and engage in proactive policing efforts.
Conduct preliminary and follow up investigations of crimes, incidents and accidents.
Gather evidence; interview victims, witnesses, and suspects.
Enforce Federal, State and Local laws.
Abide by and follow departmental policies and procedures.
Make arrests based on probable cause and handle detainee transport and processing
Prepare detailed and accurate reports.
Provide court testimony regarding cases, evidence, and procedures.
Conduct extra patrols, DUI investigations, traffic enforcement and accident investigations.
Engage in community policing by fostering positive relationships with residents.
Secure, preserve, and process evidence in accord with legal and departmental standards.
Maintain physical readiness, including passing annual physical fitness and firearm tests.
Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental operations and public safety.

Knowledge of:

Federal, State and Local laws, ordinances, and regulations applicable to law enforcement.
Law enforcement policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
Principles of ethics, professionalism, and confidentiality in law enforcement.

Skilled in:

Observing and recalling details accurately for reports, investigations, and testimony.
Preparing clear, accurate, and comprehensive reports for incidents, arrests, and investigations.
Quickly assessing situations, adjusting as needed, and making decisive judgements in high-stress environments.

Ability to:

Follow strict protocols and procedures to protect self and others.
Maintain physical readiness to perform essential tasks in various environments and conditions.
Create positive, meaningful interactions that strengthen community relationships and reflect the guiding principles of the Farmington Police Department.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must demonstrate good moral character and be physically/ mentally fit for duty. Maintain required training and certifications, have a clean criminal history consistent with law enforcement responsibilities, and provide a verifiable employment and personal history that reflects integrity and reliability. Applicants must successfully pass all pre-employment screenings, which may include physical testing, a written exam, a skills assessment, an oral interview, a detailed background investigation, a polygraph, a psychological exam, and a drug screening.

Police Officer I

A high school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum age of 21 at appointment, as required for Utah P.O.S.T. certification.
Valid Utah Driver’s License or the ability to obtain within 14 days of hire.
Current Utah Law Enforcement Officer Certification (LEO).
- Must be in good standing with P.O.S.T. and current employer.
- (In Lieu of LEO must have BCO or SFO or be enrolled in LEO)
Must meet eligibility requirements for Utah Law Enforcement Officer P.O.S.T. certification, including U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency as required by state law.

Police Officer II

Must meet all Police Officer I qualifications.
Must have a minimum of two (2) years of direct policing experience, or equivalent.
Must possess active CIT certification and active Radar/ Lidar certification.

Police Officer III

Must meet all Police Officer I qualifications and Police Officer II qualifications and;
Must have a minimum of five (5) years of direct policing experience, or equivalent.
Must possess active FTO certification, Instructor Development Certification.
Must have a minimum of one collateral duty direct experience. Examples include, but are not limited to, Department Instructor, PIO, Evidence Management, K9, VFAST, SWAT or POU.

Physical Requirements:

Officers must maintain physical fitness standards set by Utah P.O.S.T. and departmental policy. Applicants are required to successfully pass an LEO exit standard test.

Vertical Jump (17.5) inches)
Push-ups (21 reps with no time constraint and no rest during this phase of the test)
Isometric Plank (1:30 one minute 30 seconds)
1.5 Mile Run 14:46 or less)

Work Environment:

Work may occur indoors or outdoors in all weather conditions and indoors in office or administrative settings. Officers may encounter potentially dangerous or high stress situations, including hazardous conditions. Officers may be exposed to loud noise, hazardous materials, bloodborne pathogens, traffic hazards, confined spaces, and emotionally stressful situations.

Testing Process:

Scenario & Report Writing

August 11th, 2026 starting at 9:00 am sharp
Passing candidates will be invited back later the same day for a panel interview
Panel Interview – BY INVITATION ONLY
August 11th, 2026 time to be determined after phase 1

Note: Dates are subjective to change. This outline is not a complete list of requirements or steps, and the organization reserves the right to modify the process at any time.

Passing physical fitness standard test is required prior to starting. Test to be determined after above process has completed.

Some of Farmington City Benefits include:

$1,000 annual wellness reimbursement
$500 annual medical deductible reimbursement
4 weeks of Paid Parental leave (with qualifying event)
Monthly city contributions into a 401a if medical coverage is not selected
Bi-annually front-loaded Holiday Hours to be used in flexible manner
Education Assistance up to $3,000 annually
Free Farmington Gym and Family pool passes
8 hours of Birthday leave

Applicants:

Farmington City is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations. For questions or accommodation requests, contact Human Resources at 801-451-2383.

To be considered you will need:

A high school diploma or equivalent
A valid Utah Driver’s License
To be a United States citizen
To be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment
To obtain/possess and maintain LEO P.O.S.T. certification within 12 months of hire; governed by Utah Code Ann. § 53-6-203
To demonstrate good moral character as determined by a background investigation
To be free of any physical, emotional, or mental conditions that might adversely affect the performance of duty as a Police Officer To attend mandatory training and qualify annually in specified disciplines and obtain certifications as required by department policy

You may not have been:

Convicted of an offense involving dishonest, unlawful sexual conduct, physical violence and/or domestic violence
Convicted of the unlawful use, sale or possession of a controlled substance in the past five years
Convicted of a crime for which the applicant could have been punished by imprisonment in a federal penitentiary of this or another state

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police officer jobs in layton ut

Police Officer I, II or III

Entry Level Police Officer (May 2027 Academy)

Full-Time Lateral or Entry Level Police Officer I, II or III

Police Officer

Police Officer Per Diem

Police Officer

Part Time Event Police Officer

Entry Level Police Officer

Public Safety Deputy - Sheriff's Office

Police Officer

Sheriff Receiving Requisition

Lateral Police Officer

Control Room Operator Courts- Sheriff's Office

Police Officer - Lateral

Temp Property Asset Coordinator- Sheriff's Office

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