UTAH COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

100 East Center, Suite 3800, Provo, UT 84606 Phone: (801) 851-8158

Fax: (801) 851-8166 ‚ Email: humanresources@UtahCounty.gov

http://www.utahcounty.gov

“The Value of Public Service Employment is vital to the success of our state, county, and local communities.”

Utah County Government Employees start every day with the well-being of the entire community in mind:

                How can I make my community a better place?

                Who will need my help and protection?

                How will I make a difference for someone?

We hire smart, compassionate, loyal, ethical, committed, innovative people.

Apply today and join our Team.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

The Utah County Sheriff’s Department is the law enforcement agency in the county and is responsible for the preservation of the peace.  The Sheriff and deputies make arrests, oversee the courts and the County Correctional Facility, and prepare legal documents for the Sheriff’s sale. 

Application Process:

Enforcement recruitment testing is conducted approximately every two to three months. The next anticipated testing and interview cycle is scheduled for March 10th and 11th, 2026

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will receive a Supplemental Questionnaire via email. This questionnaire provides an opportunity to highlight relevant work history, current Law Enforcement Officer certifications, college transcripts or degrees, and any specialized POST certifications. Completion of the Supplemental Questionnaire is required prior to being scheduled for the recruitment test.

POSITION:   Deputy Sheriff I & II Enforcement

The Opportunity:   

 Under the general supervision of a Sergeant-Enforcement, performs field Peace Officer duties at the full-performance level. Incumbents may be assigned to Investigations, Patrol, Emergency Services, or Judicial Services.

Special Instructions:

This recruitment is continuous and will remain open until all positions are filled. Testing is conducted approximately every three months, with the next anticipated session scheduled for March 10th and 11th, 2026. The testing process is weighted as follows:

• Supplemental Questionnaire: 40% of the overall final score

• Practical Scenario: 30% of the overall final score

• Oral Interview: 30% of the overall final score

Please review the job descriptions to ensure you meet the minimum requirements:

- Deputy Sheriff I Enforcement- (Certifiable, currently attending POST Academy) http://hr.utahcounty.gov/cms/uploads/Deputy_Sheriff_I_Enforcement_4015_c46dcf0e94.pdf

-Deputy Sheriff II Enforcement - (Law Enforcement Certified with Law Enforcement Experience) http://hr.utahcounty.gov/cms/uploads/Deputy_Sheriff_II_Enforcement_4016_f55525f986.pdf

If you do not meet the minimum requirements for the Deputy Sheriff II Enforcement position, you may still qualify for the Deputy Sheriff I Enforcement role and be hired in an underfill capacity. (You must obtain a law enforcement certificate through POST by the date of hire or be currently enrolled.)

Starting Pay: Deputy Sheriff II Enforcement - Grade 726 Step A - $35.35- Step G $40.61 (based on experience)

Deputy Sheriff I Enforcement – Grade 724 Step A - $ 30.74- Step G $35.35

Job Qualifications:  Deputy Sheriff I - Enforcement

Requirements for External Applicants

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

• Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

• Applicant must be currently enrolled in a Law Enforcemen