Police Officer

Police Officer

Reports to: Police Chief

Posting Date: February 19, 2026

Salary Range: $31.47 to $51.23 per hour, depending on years of service

Position Type: Full-Time

How to Apply: Apply on our website: bountifulutah.gov

Final date to receive applications: Sunday, March 8, 2026

Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties involved in the enforcement of laws and the prevention of crimes; conducts and participates in general investigations of crimes, accidents, and cases; controls traffic flow and enforces State and Local traffic regulations; serves as Patrol Officer, and/or Specialized Assignments such as Detective, Field Training Officer, S.W.A.T. Team Officer, Motor Officer, PROS Officer, Problem Oriented Policing Detective, or School Resource Officer;

and performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the Department.

Knowledge of functions and objectives of Federal, State, and other local law enforcement agencies, basic principles of criminal law, principles and practices of community policing, safe driving principles and practices.

Skill to operate firearms and modern police equipment, operate modern office equipment including computer software, and operate motor vehicle safely.

Ability to learn modern police methods and procedures related to patrol, apprehension, arrest, search and seizure, traffic control, investigation techniques, investigative methods, interviewing and interrogation, self‑defense tactics, and to interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations. Ability to gather, assemble, analyze, evaluate, and use facts and evidence; prepare clear and concise reports; analyze situations quickly; act calmly in emergencies;

meet physical requirements; exercise judgment, flexibility, creativity, sensitivity; communicate clearly; and maintain positive working relationships.

Requires a high school diploma; possession of a Utah POST Basic Law Enforcement Officer Certification; and possession of, or ability to obtain an appropriate valid Utah driver's license.

Preference will be given to those with law enforcement experience, LEO certified, or currently attending a Utah certified law enforcement academy.

Ability to sit, stand, walk, run, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, and climb; exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards; ability to travel to different sites and locations; availability for shift work.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only tasks to be performed by the employee occupying this position. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by his or her supervisor.

It is the policy of the City of Bountiful to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability. Human Resources will provide reasonable accommodation for any applicants during the selection process.

In the interest of the workplace and public safety, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a chemical screen for the purpose of detecting the presence of alcohol and/or controlled substances in the body and an extensive personal background check. The testing process includes an assessment center and a psychological test.

• Physical Agility Test
  • Vertical Jump (minimum 16 inches)
  • Sit Ups (minimum 35 in one minute)
  • Push Ups (minimum 25, no time limit)
  • Run (1.5 miles in less than 15 minutes 54 seconds)
• Written Exam
• Oral Board Interview

Medical Insurance:
Benefits begin on the date of hire. Bountiful City offers Select Health and PEHP networks, with the choice of Traditional or High Deductible plans on either network. Bountiful pays 100% of the premium for employees (single coverage), 95% of the premium for two-party coverage, and 90% of the…