Lateral Police Officer

Position Title:

Lateral Police Officer

Job Description:

We’re looking for well-qualified police officers who want to work for Utah’s capital city! Continue your career with Salt Lake City Police Department and discover endless opportunities for growth and development.

To qualify, you must have:

• At least one full year of experience working in a Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) capacity for an agency whose primary responsibility is responding to calls for service in the community.

• A current Utah Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certificate as a Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) ​or successfully passed the Utah POST waiver exam (if you are an out-of-state candidate).

INCENTIVE OPTIONS

• Eligible lateral hires may receive a one-time cash bonus up to a maximum of $7,000.00, less all applicable taxes and withholdings. 

Or

• Eligible lateral hires may receive a one-time cash bonus up to a maximum of $3,500.00, less all applicable taxes and withholdings, and 80 hours of front- loaded Vacation Leave. Vacation hours will be credited upon completion of onboarding and may be used in accordance with department scheduling policies.

Modification, or termination of this program is at the discretion of the Chief’s office.

IN ORDER TO QUALIFY:

Must be hired as a lateral police officer.
Must have at least two years as a law enforcement officer.
Must have a current POST Certification or POST Waiver.
Must successfully complete all pre-employment requirements and 
onboarding

Other conditions apply and will be discussed at the time of hire

NOTE FOR APPLICANTS REGARDING SLCPD TATTOO POLICY

Employees are permitted to display tattoos and body art on their hands, arms, and legs when they do not distract or interfere with the employee's on-duty actions and responsibilities. Employees are not permitted to display tattoos that are located on the neck above the collarbone, the face, or head; an exception to this would be cosmetic micro-blading tattoos. Tattoos that are found to be offensive, obscene, vulgar, depict graphic nudity, or are prejudicial to any segment of the population are strictly prohibited. Any tattoos that may potentially bring discredit upon the Salt Lake City Police Department are also prohibited. Exceptions to this policy may be made at the discretion of the Office of the Chief.

A full list of typical duties and qualifications can be found here: https://www.slcdocs.com/HR/Hire/SLCPD_PoliceOfficer_JobDescription.pdf.

Opportunities are limited; this position may be closed at any time without notice. Apply today to avoid missing this opportunity!

Ready for the change? Select the Apply button above and submit your application with your resume and Utah POST certificate (or equivalent) attached. We’ll review your application and reach out with the next step.

We welcome all out-of-state police officers!

Applying from out-of-state? No problem! Here’s some information to get the ball rolling:

• You don’t have to start the waiver process (or “challenge” POST) before applying to SLCPD. Feel free to submit your application at any time!

• The POST waiver process consists of (1) a successful POST application, (2) a knowledge-based exam, and (3) a physical fitness test. The exam and the physical fitness test are held once a month in Sandy, Utah. Find out more information about the waiver here: https://post.utah.gov/waiverreactivation-process/.

• We can help consolidate your trips to Utah! If you submit your application to us and complete your background packet before completing the waiver process, we’ll work with you to get your in-person background components done while you’re in Utah for the waiver testing.

• Coordinate directly with Utah Peace Officer Standards and Training at (801)256-2300 to complete the Utah Waiver Process. Questions about your SLCPD application can be directed to Taylor Saunders, HR Recruiter, at (801) 360-6473 or by email at [email protected].

Why SLCPD?

• Get year-for-year credit towards your starting pay and vacation accruals! We value your experience; all of your qualifying experience is credited towards your pay rate, so you don’t have to start over. If you have four years of qualifying experience, you’ll start at our four-year rate!

• Receive full City benefits starting day one! That includes health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a variety of discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services. Read more about our benefits here: https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/.

• We have specialty assignments galore! Whether you prefer to have boots on the ground with our SWAT team or bike patrol, prefer working behind the scenes with our intelligence and detective divisions, or if you want to train our next generation of officers with our training unit, there’s something for everyone.

• All your equipment is provided for you! Everything from take-home vehicles and uniforms to handcuffs and body cams is included and paid for by the department to ensure you’re fully equipped for success.

• Enjoy competitive pay incentives! Whether it’s your regular merit increases, Career Path incentive pay for your bachelor's degree, or overtime opportunities, SLCPD has plenty of opportunities to increase your earning potential.

Position salary range:

Entry        $36.69

2 Year      $38.89

4 Year      $41.23

6 Year      $43.71

8 Year      $46.32

10 Year   $49.10

12 Year   $52.05

Disqualifying conditions and legal requirements can be found here: https://post.utah.gov/prospective-officers/qualifications/ and here: https://post.utah.gov/prospective-officers/legal-requirements/.

You can find more information on the lateral recruitment process and the Salt Lake City Police Department Recruitment rules here:

• Lateral Recruitment Process: https://www.slcdocs.com/HR/Hire/SLCPD_LateralRecruitmentProcess.pdf

• Salt Lake City Police Department Recruitment Rules: http://www.slc.gov/hr/policies-and-administration/fire-police-rules/

• SLPA (Police Union) Labor Agreement: https://www.slc.gov/hr/policies-and-administration/labor-agreements/

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.  All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a criminal background check in accordance with City policy and applicable law.  Criminal offenses will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and do not automatically disqualify a candidate from City employment.

Department

Police

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40