Description

• If you are currently employed as a Correctional Officer, or have your SFO certification, please apply as an SFO/BCO Police Officer.
• If you are currently attending a Police Academy or have your LEO certification, but have no Police Officer experience, please apply as a Certifiable/Currently Attending Police Officer.

Learn more here: West Valley City Police Department Recruiting / Hiring

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS:

• Copy of passing NPOST results (not required for out of state applicants to submit an application*). A passing score is 70% or higher in each section of the test. The test must be certified by Stanard and Associates. This is required for West Valley PD even though Utah POST no longer requires the NPOST.

*Out of state applicants: we recommend you take the NPOST exam while you are in town for the physical test. Passing the NPOST is a requirement to move forward in our hiring process.

OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS:

• Copy of College Diploma

HIRING PROCESS:

• Application - All applications must be filled out correctly and include the required attachments
• Personal Background Investigation - First Review
• Physical Fitness Test - Tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, July 7th at 2pm. Date subject to change.
  • Vertical Jump (14.5 inches)
  • Push-Ups (14 Reps - Maximum repetitions with no time constraint and no rest during this phase of the test)
  • Isometric Plank (:30)
  • 1.5 Mile Run (16:11)
• Preliminary Panel Interview - Tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, July 8th. Date subject to change.
• Personal Background Investigation - Full Investigation
• Chief of Police Panel Interview
• Conditional Offer of Employment
• CVSA, Psychological Examination, Medical Examination, & MVR
• Final Offer

SUMMARY:

The position of Police Officer is subordinate to the Police Chief and all other ranking officers on the department. Responsible for the protection of life and property, and the enforcement of federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Work is performed in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and state statutes.

Starting Pay: $33.45 per hour

Benefits: Full Benefits; health, dental, and life insurance, paid time off and paid holidays, vision reimbursement plan, parental leave

Retirement: Utah Retirement Systems, pension and/or 401(k)

Schedule: Days, afternoons, or graveyards (assigned shift)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Application Deadline: May close any time after May 31st, 2026

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Safely operates department vehicle during normal and emergency driving situations in accordance with department policy and state statue.
• Responds to; calls for service, assistance from other officers and at the direction of supervisory personnel.
• Performs initial investigations of both criminal activity and/or traffic accidents.
• Recognizes and protects crime scenes for the preservation and gathering of evidence.
• Prepares thorough and complete reports of investigations and daily activity.
• Maintains a working knowledge of criminal and traffic law.
• Takes a pro-active approach to law enforcement thru the recognition of violations of criminal and traffic law and takes appropriate action.
• Prepared and capable of using required force to effect arrests up to and including deadly force.
• Ability to verbally articulate in court facts pertaining to investigations, arrests, and/or traffic citations in which the officer participated as a primary or backup officer.
• Provides assistance to community members including assisting motorists, giving directions and answering general questions.
• Maintains a professional appearance and adheres to department dress and grooming standards.
• Has a working knowledge of all department-issued equipment and maintains the equipment in good working order.
• Works with other agencies in a spirit of cooperation.
• Maintains required certifications and proficiency to include participation in mandatory department physical fitness standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Moderately heavy physical activity.
• Required to stand, walk or sit uncomfortably for extended periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The job places life or personal safety at risk.
• Exposure to stress as a result of increased responsibility and human behavior.
• Exposure to disagreeable elements such as cold, damp, heat and noise.
• Intermittent exposure to infections, disease, disturbed or emotionally unbalanced individuals, and critical incidents that involve citizens that are seriously injured or have lost their lives.
• Subject to traffic hazards during emergency responses through heavy traffic.
• May be subject to shift work or assignments which require non-traditional work schedules.
• Ability to be recalled and respond to critical incidents as required.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime as workload dictates.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPLICATION:

• Graduation from high school or possession of GED certificate.
• Must have a valid drivers license.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
• Must attach a copy of passing Stanard & Associates NPOST exam scores (A passing score is 70% or higher in each section of the test).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen; or A lawful permanent resident of the United States who has been in the United States legally for the five years immediately before the day on which the application is made; and has legal authorization to work in the United States.

West Valley City is an “Equal Opportunity Employer” and selects, hires, promotes, and compensates employees without regard to race, religion, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, color, national origin, or any other non-meritorious factor. The City evaluates applicants for employment or candidates for promotion based upon their knowledge, skills, experience, education, and potential for job performance consistent with the needs of the position.