Sheriff Winder is committed to hiring and retaining the highest quality law enforcement personnel. The Unified Police Department is a diverse group of employees and volunteers that are united in a
common goal to provide the safety and welfare of the citizens of Salt Lake County. Explore your options to either become employed full-time as a career, or volunteer to make a difference in your community.
Positions
Crossing Guard
The Unified Police Department Special Operations Division is staffed with 192 regular and substitute crossing guards for 52 area schools in Canyons, Jordan, and Granite School Districts. These schools are located within the unincorporated / township areas of Salt Lake County, as well as in Herriman City, Holladay City and Riverton City through a contract agreement with the UPD.
These dedicated men and women brave the various extreme weather conditions to ensure the safety of the children as they cross hazardous roadways going to and from school. The Unified Police Department appreciates these hard-working crossing guards, and we are committed to keeping our children safe
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Police Officer
Deadline: February 24, 2012 at 5:00pm
Minimum Qualifications: must be at least 21 years of age; US citizen; graduation from high school or GED; successful completion of Utah N.P.O.S.T. exam; a valid Utah Driver License; no disqualifying convictions, or offense involving dishonesty, unlawful sexual conduct, physical violence, or the unlawful use, sale or possession of a controlled substance; not have been convicted of a DUI within the previous two years beginning with the date of conviction to the date of application; no marijuana use in the last two years or other drug use in the last five years. POST/Law Enforcement Officer (police academy) certification is not required.
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Reserve Officer Program
The position of Reserve Officer is a volunteer position. The UPD will provide uniforms and equipment. Reserve Officers are required to complete a field training program during the first six months and then work at least two 10-hour shifts a month.
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The Unified Police Department is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
