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Job Description The City of Saratoga Springs is accepting applications for Police Officers; this is for full‑time sworn positions within the Saratoga Springs Police Department.
Successful applicants must be Utah P.O.S.T. Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) certified or be currently enrolled in the Utah P.O.S.T. LEO Academy.
Lateral appointments will be considered for those applicants with applicable law enforcement credit on a year‑for‑year basis per the city policy, up to a maximum of Step 10.
Qualifications
Must possess Utah P.O.S.T. Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) certification in good standing or be currently enrolled in the Utah POST Law Enforcement Officer Academy.
Must be clear of any prior felony or significant misdemeanor criminal record.
Must possess a valid Utah Driver's License.
Must maintain firearm proficiency to include department firearms qualifications.
Must maintain law enforcement certification by completing annual training requirements (40 hours).
Job Responsibilities These positions will serve Saratoga Springs City (population 40,000) and Bluffdale City (population 16,000). Both cities are growing, offering significant opportunities for long‑term professional growth. The Police Department welcomes applicants committed to community‑oriented policing. Assignments include Patrol, Investigations, School Resource Officer, K9, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement, DARE, and SWAT.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Some knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques and equipment; applicable federal, state, county, and city laws and ordinances and departmental rules and regulations.
Hazardous waste classifications and emergency procedures related to control, containment and confinement.
Investigative procedures and practices.
Legal liabilities associated with arrest and law enforcement.
Courtroom procedures and laws of evidence.
Skill in the use of firearms, operation of police vehicles (EVO qualified) and other specialized equipment including breathalyzers, radar units, video camera systems, police batons, tasers and restraining devices; perform basic CPR and First Aid.
Ability To
React effectively in emergency, life‑and‑death, and high‑stress situations.
Exhibit imagination, initiative and problem‑solving capability in coping with varied law‑enforcement situations.
Follow standard safety practices and procedures common to law‑enforcement work.
Perform work requiring good physical condition.
Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public.
Working Conditions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job in accordance with state and federal law.
Saratoga Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Compensation and Benefits Salary Range:
Step 0 – $30.68
Step 1 – $31.60
Step 2 – $32.55
Step 3 – $33.53
Step 4 – $34.53
Step 5 – $35.57
Step 6 – $36.63
Step 7 – $37.73
Step 8 – $38.87
Step 9 – $39.64
Step 10 – $40.44
Step 11 – $41.24
Step 12 – $42.07
Step 13 – $42.91
Benefits:
The City offers a competitive benefits package including several health insurance options (one with a $0.00 employee premium payroll deduction with the Wellness program), dental insurance, life and long‑term disability insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental‑health counseling, a free Teledoc program, monetary incentives for wellness program participation, and an HSA with an employer match. Additional options include Vision, Accident, Hospital, Critical Illness, additional Life Insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSAs). The City participates in the Utah Public Retirement System (pension). It does not participate in Social Security; the City contributes 6.2% of salary into a 401(k) retirement plan. Officers with college degrees may be eligible for an incentive ($25 per month for an associate’s degree, $50 per month for a bachelor’s, $75 per month for a master’s). Officers also receive a uniform allowance ($1,300 per year, paid bi‑weekly). Leave includes 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) accrued annually, 40 hours of short‑term medical, and 11 holidays annually. Flexible work week schedules are available (subject to approval).
Selected lateral applicants will be invited to a department interview. An interview with the Chief of Police will then be scheduled for a future date. Entry‑level applicants must take a written exam and pass the Utah POST LEO fitness test (or provide proof of passing within the last year). Selected entry‑level applicants will be invited to a department interview followed by an interview with the Chief of Police. Send questions to Laura Gamon (lgamon@saratogasprings-ut.gov) or Human Resources at hr@saratogasprings-ut.gov.
Disclaimer The City reserves the right to reject any and all applicants, waive any requirement specified in this announcement, and hire anyone as deemed in the city's best interest, subject to legal requirements. Any application is at the applicant’s sole risk and expense. The City anticipates hiring one of the applicants but offers no guarantee of hiring.
Application Instructions The City of Saratoga Springs only accepts applications through our online application at https://www.saratogasprings-ut.gov. All candidates must submit an online application and may attach supporting documentation such as a cover letter, résumé, or proof of certifications.
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Police Officer
role at
City of Saratoga Springs .
Job Description The City of Saratoga Springs is accepting applications for Police Officers; this is for full‑time sworn positions within the Saratoga Springs Police Department.
Successful applicants must be Utah P.O.S.T. Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) certified or be currently enrolled in the Utah P.O.S.T. LEO Academy.
Lateral appointments will be considered for those applicants with applicable law enforcement credit on a year‑for‑year basis per the city policy, up to a maximum of Step 10.
Qualifications
Must possess Utah P.O.S.T. Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) certification in good standing or be currently enrolled in the Utah POST Law Enforcement Officer Academy.
Must be clear of any prior felony or significant misdemeanor criminal record.
Must possess a valid Utah Driver's License.
Must maintain firearm proficiency to include department firearms qualifications.
Must maintain law enforcement certification by completing annual training requirements (40 hours).
Job Responsibilities These positions will serve Saratoga Springs City (population 40,000) and Bluffdale City (population 16,000). Both cities are growing, offering significant opportunities for long‑term professional growth. The Police Department welcomes applicants committed to community‑oriented policing. Assignments include Patrol, Investigations, School Resource Officer, K9, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement, DARE, and SWAT.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Some knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques and equipment; applicable federal, state, county, and city laws and ordinances and departmental rules and regulations.
Hazardous waste classifications and emergency procedures related to control, containment and confinement.
Investigative procedures and practices.
Legal liabilities associated with arrest and law enforcement.
Courtroom procedures and laws of evidence.
Skill in the use of firearms, operation of police vehicles (EVO qualified) and other specialized equipment including breathalyzers, radar units, video camera systems, police batons, tasers and restraining devices; perform basic CPR and First Aid.
Ability To
React effectively in emergency, life‑and‑death, and high‑stress situations.
Exhibit imagination, initiative and problem‑solving capability in coping with varied law‑enforcement situations.
Follow standard safety practices and procedures common to law‑enforcement work.
Perform work requiring good physical condition.
Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public.
Working Conditions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job in accordance with state and federal law.
Saratoga Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Compensation and Benefits Salary Range:
Step 0 – $30.68
Step 1 – $31.60
Step 2 – $32.55
Step 3 – $33.53
Step 4 – $34.53
Step 5 – $35.57
Step 6 – $36.63
Step 7 – $37.73
Step 8 – $38.87
Step 9 – $39.64
Step 10 – $40.44
Step 11 – $41.24
Step 12 – $42.07
Step 13 – $42.91
Benefits:
The City offers a competitive benefits package including several health insurance options (one with a $0.00 employee premium payroll deduction with the Wellness program), dental insurance, life and long‑term disability insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental‑health counseling, a free Teledoc program, monetary incentives for wellness program participation, and an HSA with an employer match. Additional options include Vision, Accident, Hospital, Critical Illness, additional Life Insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSAs). The City participates in the Utah Public Retirement System (pension). It does not participate in Social Security; the City contributes 6.2% of salary into a 401(k) retirement plan. Officers with college degrees may be eligible for an incentive ($25 per month for an associate’s degree, $50 per month for a bachelor’s, $75 per month for a master’s). Officers also receive a uniform allowance ($1,300 per year, paid bi‑weekly). Leave includes 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) accrued annually, 40 hours of short‑term medical, and 11 holidays annually. Flexible work week schedules are available (subject to approval).
Selected lateral applicants will be invited to a department interview. An interview with the Chief of Police will then be scheduled for a future date. Entry‑level applicants must take a written exam and pass the Utah POST LEO fitness test (or provide proof of passing within the last year). Selected entry‑level applicants will be invited to a department interview followed by an interview with the Chief of Police. Send questions to Laura Gamon (lgamon@saratogasprings-ut.gov) or Human Resources at hr@saratogasprings-ut.gov.
Disclaimer The City reserves the right to reject any and all applicants, waive any requirement specified in this announcement, and hire anyone as deemed in the city's best interest, subject to legal requirements. Any application is at the applicant’s sole risk and expense. The City anticipates hiring one of the applicants but offers no guarantee of hiring.
Application Instructions The City of Saratoga Springs only accepts applications through our online application at https://www.saratogasprings-ut.gov. All candidates must submit an online application and may attach supporting documentation such as a cover letter, résumé, or proof of certifications.
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