Employment
Sheriff Winder is committed to hiring and retaining the highest quality law enforcement personnel.
The Salt Lake County Sheriff’s office is a diverse group of employees and volunteers that are united in a common goal to provide the safety and welfare of the citizens of Salt Lake County.
Explore your options to either become employed full-time as a career, or volunteer to make a difference in your community.
Employment Update
Minimum Qualifications:
- 21 years old, U.S. Citizen
- High school graduate or GED
- Valid Utah driver’s license
- Score of 70% or better on the National Peace Officers
Selection Test (NPOST).
NPOST TEST
The NPOST test is required for all sworn positions. You can take this test at any time. If you want to apply for a sworn position and have not taken this test, please read the sworn handbook in the right hand column for more information about the test.
Correctional & Protective Services Officers
We are not currently accepting applications for Correctional Officer or Protective Services Officer. If you are interested in applying for Correctional Officer or Protective Services Officer, please read the handbook and fill out an online interest card. Services. You will then be notified when the positions open again.
If you have any questions about these positions, please contact Sgt. Paul Long at plong@slco.org or 801-468-3916.
Reserve Officers
The position of Reserve Officer is a volunteer position. The UPD will provide uniforms and equipment. Reserve Officers are required to complete a field training program during the first six months and then work at least two 10-hour shifts a month.
We accept applications throughout the year for Reserve Officers. You must be Special Functions or Law Enforcement certified to apply. Please contact Officer Brian Lohrke, 801-743-5706, blohrke@updsl.org if you have any questions.
Click here for an application. Please return the application to Unified Police Department Training Unit, 3365 S. 900 W., second floor.
Police Officers
We are not accepting applications at this time
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