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Provo, Utah, United States
Onsite
100 East Center, Suite 3800, Provo, UT 84606 Phone: (801) 851-8158
Fax: (801) 851-8166 Email: humanresources@UtahCounty.gov
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.
No law enforcement experience? No problem. Once hired, you will be paid while attending training and sponsored through the Utah POST Academy to obtain your Basic Corrections Officer Certification.
If you are already corrections certified and have prior corrections experience, you may qualify to be hired as a Deputy Sheriff II – Corrections.
All candidates who apply by October 28, 2026, will receive an email with a link to sign up for their preferred testing session.
Following testing, qualified candidates will receive an email with a link to select their preferred interview date and time.
Interview Dates:
Please do not call to request an individual interview or to schedule testing. All testing information, invitations, and updates will be sent by email.
• Deputy Sheriff I – Corrections: $29.95/hour
• Deputy Sheriff II – Corrections: $31.35–$36.06/hour
Minimum Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 19 years old to attend POST Academy
• Valid driver’s license (Utah license required within 60 days of hire)
Testing/Interview Process:
Video Exam
Candidates must score at least 80% on each section.
In-Person Interviews (1-2 Weeks After Testing)
Candidates who successfully pass both the written/video exam and physical fitness test may be considered for an in-person interview with our hiring panel. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by email.
Work Schedule:
• 7 night shifts
• 4 days off
• 4 day shifts
• 7 days off
• 3 day shifts
• 3 days off
Then the schedule repeats.
Additional Employment Requirements:
• Pass background investigation
• Polygraph examination
• Psychological evaluation
• Medical exam and drug screening
• Become POST certified within 12 months of hire
What You’ll Do:
Deputy Sheriffs assigned to Corrections help maintain the safety and security of the Utah County Security Center. Duties include inmate booking, housing, transportation, supervision, and inmate work programs.
Full Job Descriptions:
Deputy Sheriff I – Corrections
http://hr.utahcounty.gov/cms/uploads/Deputy_Sheriff_I_Corrections_4911_b55c06a197.pdf
Deputy Sheriff II – Corrections
http://hr.utahcounty.gov/cms/uploads/Deputy_Sheriff_II_Corrections_4011_bd287208e8.pdf
Benefits Include:
• 100% paid health insurance premiums
• Up to 6.2% 401(k) match
• Utah Retirement System pension options
• 14 paid holidays
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pre-tax HSA savings
Utah County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
AAP/EEO Statement
It is the policy of Utah County Government to assure equal employment opportunity to its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic status of gender identity.
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