support University of Utah Police. Body worn camera footage should be utilized whenever possible, and it will be requested by UUPD records.
Conducts or assists in criminal, narcotics, traffic, and gang
related investigations by applying specialized skills, gathering
evidence, and protecting the crime scene.
Assists the criminal intelligence operation by gathering
information from other law enforcement agencies, confidential
informants, or the general public to provide substantiated
facts.
Assists with initial reports, prepares written reports, and
maintains detailed and accurate records for files, follow-up
investigations, and court purposes.
Performs surveillance in high risk or known crime areas in
order to apprehend suspects involved in criminal activity.
May assist with interviews of witnesses/suspects to acquire
relevant information.
Assistance on cases may include assistance for the Salt Lake
County District Attorney; testifying and giving evidence in
court.
Assistance with traffic control
Assistance with event and venue security and specific
locations, screening at entrances, and supporting other contract
security/University employees with event operations as needed.
Uses and maintains equipment provided by employing agency or
University
Uses logic and reasoning to independently make critical
decisions, and uses initiative and common sense in a variety of
police functions.
Officers must safely effect forcible arrest(s), safely control
combatant(s), respond to emergencies, protect and ensure the safety
of University students, staff, faculty and visitors while working
extended hours in demanding and stressful environments.
Minimum Qualifications
- Certification as a Utah Post LEO (Law Enforcement Officer)
- Currently employed as a Law Enforcement Officer at an agency
within the State of Utah. Employing agency has a memorandum of
understanding with the University of Utah Department of Public
Safety to assist with special events at the University of
Utah.
- United States citizen; United States national; or 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
- Valid Utah Driver's License to be obtained upon date of
hire
- Considerable human relation and communication skills
- • Qualified applicants must successfully complete the
department approved Law Enforcement Officer employment
verification
Preferences:
- Bachelor's degree in Criminology, Police Science, or a related
area, or equivalency
DISQUALIFIERS INCLUDE:
FELONY CONVICTION - Applicants may not have been convicted of a
crime which could have been punished by imprisonment in a federal
penitentiary or by imprisonment in the penitentiary of this or
another state. Felony convictions as a minor (under 18 years of
age) may not automatically disqualify an individual, and will be
individually reviewed.
MISDEMEANOR CONVICTION - Misdemeanor crimes involving violence,
sexual conduct, or dishonesty require a minimum two-year waiting
period from date of conviction or involvement. Conviction of
misdemeanor crimes not listed above may require a one (1) year wait
depending upon the crime and severity.
MORAL CHARACTER - Applicants shall demonstrate good moral
character, as determined by a department conducted background
investigation including criminal history records as well as
expunged records. Conviction of any criminal offense is an
indication that the applicant may not be of good moral character
and may be grounds for disqualification. Applicants may be required
to take a truth verification examination which will be used as part
of the background investigation.
MILITARY SERVICE - Applicants will be disqualified for any
discharge less than honorable.
PHYSICAL, EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL CONDITION - Applicants must pass a
psychological evaluation with a passing suitability rating.
Specific questions as to the suitability of a candidate's physical
and mental condition will be determined during this
examination.
TATTOOS - Tattoos, brands, and decals cannot be obscene, offensive,
distract from professional appearance, or interfere with on-duty
actions and responsibilities.
ILLEGAL DRUGS - Applicants may not have used any illegal drug while
employed in any law enforcement or prosecutorial position, or while
employed in a position which carries a high level of public trust.
Applicants may not have sold, manufactured, cultivated, or
distributed any illegal drug. Any use of LSD or PCP will
automatically exclude the applicant from the process. Applicants
may not have used hard drugs or their derivatives and synthetic
equivalents within five (5) years prior to the application closing
date.
Preferences
- Bachelor's degree in Criminology, Police Science, or a related
area, or equivalency
Special Instructions
Requisition Number: PRN17082N
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Work Schedule Summary: Special assignments only ex:
Football, Basketball, Concerts, etc.
Department: 02263 - Public Safety Special Events
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $57.75 - $63.00
Close Date: 08/19/2026
Open Until Filled:
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