Police Officers - Full-time and Part-time

Lateral Police Officer

We’re looking for well-qualified police officers who want to work for Utah’s capital city! Continue your career with Salt Lake City Police Department and discover endless opportunities for growth and development.

At least one full year of experience working in a Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) capacity for an agency whose primary responsibility is responding to calls for service in the community.

A current Utah Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certificate as a Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) ​ or successfully passed the Utah POST waiver exam (if you are an out-of-state candidate).

NOTE FOR APPLICANTS REGARDING SLCPD TATTOO POLICY

Employees are permitted to display tattoos and body art on their hands, arms, and legs when they do not distract or interfere with the employee's on-duty actions and responsibilities. Employees are not permitted to display tattoos that are located on the neck above the collarbone, the face, or head; an exception to this would be cosmetic micro-blading tattoos. Tattoos that are found to be offensive, obscene, vulgar, depict graphic nudity, or are prejudicial to any segment of the population are strictly prohibited. Any tattoos that may potentially bring discredit upon the Salt Lake City Police Department are also prohibited. Exceptions to this policy may be made at the discretion of the Office of the Chief.

Select the Apply button above and submit your application with your resume and Utah POST certificate (or equivalent) attached. We’ll review your application and reach out with the next step.

We welcome all out-of-state police officers!

Feel free to submit your application at any time!

The POST waiver process consists of (1) a successful POST application, (2) a knowledge-based exam, and (3) a physical fitness test. We can help consolidate your trips to Utah! If you submit your application to us and complete your background packet before completing the waiver process, we’ll work with you to get your in-person background components done while you’re in Utah for the waiver testing.

Coordinate directly with Utah Peace Officer Standards and Training at View phone number on click.appcast.io to complete the Utah Waiver Process. Questions about your SLCPD application can be directed to Taylor Saunders, HR Recruiter, at View phone number on click.appcast.io or by email at Taylor.That includes health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a variety of discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services. Whether you prefer to have boots on the ground with our SWAT team or bike patrol, prefer working behind the scenes with our intelligence and detective divisions, or if you want to train our next generation of officers with our training unit, there’s something for everyone.

All your equipment is provided for you! Whether it’s your regular merit increases, Career Path incentive pay for your bachelor's degree, or overtime opportunities, SLCPD has plenty of opportunities to increase your earning potential.

Disqualifying conditions and legal requirements can be found here: and here: .

You can find more information on the lateral recruitment process and the Salt Lake City Police Department Recruitment rules here:

Salt Lake City Police Department Recruitment Rules:

SLPA (Police Union) Labor Agreement:

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a criminal background check in accordance with City policy and applicable law. Police

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Salt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community. With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work—from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs—with integrity and professionalism.

If you're driven by public service and want to help shape the future of our city, we’d love to work with you.

Salt Lake City offers a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness ( site.

Medical insurance

Dental, vision, life insurance

Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial Perks

Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year)

Retirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k))

Discounted pet insurance, legal services, and more

Use our Total Compensation Calculator ( to see the true value of your job offer—including salary, benefits, retirement, and more.

We know time away from work is essential for rest, personal needs, and family life. Salt Lake City offers generous paid leave to help you recharge and stay balanced. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness ( site.

• 12 paid holidays + 1 personal holiday
• Up to 80 hours personal leave annually
• Bonus leave credit for eligible rehires & publ…