Police Officer I

Cedar City
Cedar City, UT
Category Operations
Job Description
Role Overview

Under general supervision, performs professional duties in enforcing federal, state and local laws to preserve the peace, and protect the rights and property of all people.

What You Will Do

Performs related responsibilities as required.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Must be a United States Citizen or a legal permanent resident continuously for the past five years, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment.

Requirements

  • Must be a United States Citizen or a legal permanent resident continuously for the past five years
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment
  • Must possess a valid Utah Driver License
  • Must have no felony or domestic violence convictions
  • Must pass and maintain department physical fitness standards

Benefits

  • 100% insurance premiums paid by Cedar City
  • Contributions to a Health Savings Account
  • All equipment and uniforms, including dry cleaning, are provided
  • Take home cars for employee's who live within 25 miles of the Cedar City Police Department
  • Free access to city swimming pool, golf course and open horse-riding pass at the Cross Hollow Event Center for employee and dependent family members
  • Twelve paid Holidays per year
  • vacation & sick leave given upon hire
  • Compensatory time can be accrued
  • Shift differential pay
  • Overtime available for hours worked over 80 in a 14-day pay period
  • Free Police Gym membership for self /spouse/children age 12-18
  • Educational Assistance Opportunities
  • Employee assistance program (Counseling)
  • 80 hours annual military leave
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