Position Title:

　　Entry-level Police Officer Testing - March 18, 2024

　　Job Posting Closing Date:

　　03/10

　　The Provo City Police Department regularly conducts entry-level police officer testing. Applications are assessed in the order received for any testing underway at that time. Applicants must successfully pass all 3 stages of the testing process to be placed on the eligibility list from which appointments are made.

　　Provo City offers competitive pay; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans; free use of the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena, and City Library; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the local market. Provo City does not contribute to Social Security for sworn officers.

　　BEFORE APPLYING, PLEASE REFER TO UTAH PEACE OFFICE STANDARDS AND TRAINING (POST) REQUIREMENTS HERE (https://post.utah.gov/prospective-officers/qualifications/) TO ENSURE YOU WILL NOT BE DISQUALIFIED FROM THE PROCESS. WITH QUESTIONS ABOUT WHAT MAY OR MAY NOT DISQUALIFY YOU, PLEASE CONTACT UTAH POST AT 801-256-2313.

　　TESTING REQUIREMENTS: Provo's testing process consists of a physical fitness test (PT), a written exam, and an oral interview.

　　Physical Fitness Test: Provo's PT test matches the Utah POST entrance requirements, shown below. If you have passed this test in the last 3 months, you may email a certified copy of your scores to [email protected] ([email protected]) . If not, you will be contacted to register for Provo's upcoming PT.

　　Vertical Jump (at least 15 inches)

　　Push-Ups (at least 16 Reps - Maximum repetitions with no time constraint and no rest during this phase of the test)

　　Isometric Plank (held for one minute)

　　1.5 Mile Run (in 15 minutes and 37 seconds or less)

　　Date: March 18, 2024

　　Time: 7:20 a.m.

　　Written Exam: Provo currently uses the National Police Officer Selection Test (NPOST). If you have passed the NPOST in the last 6 months, and wish to be excused from it, you may email a certified copy of your scores to [email protected] ([email protected]) . If not, you will be scheduled to sit for Provo's next sponsored written exam.

　　Date: March 18, 2024

　　Time: 1:00 p.m.

　　Oral Interview: All eligible candidates will be invited to participate in Provo's in-person, structured oral interview. No remote interviews are allowed at this time.

　　Typically held in the days following the Physical and Written Exams.

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　　Candidates who successfully complete all parts of the testing process will be placed on the hiring eligibility list. Those who rank high enough will be contacted for an interview with the Command Staff and/or Chief of Police.

　　NOTE: Candidates who have served on active duty in any branch of the United States Military for at least 6 months can submit their form DD-214 to [email protected] ([email protected]) to receive preference points in the testing process.

　　JOB DETAILS:

　　Pay Rate: Starting at (G28) $27.67 per hour.

　　Click here (https://provoutahgov-my.sharepoint.com/:i:/g/personal/rkarnes_provo_utah_gov/ETwxeSbWE7xAptxpGkz1kFoBj-2SoJ68u7enGVt7xBTOvQ?e=VL3z4f) for the full career series pay advancement path.

　　Essential Duties:

　　Click here (https://www.provo.org/home/showpublisheddocument/1289/636530903912900000) for the full classification specification and listing of Job Duties.

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

　　A valid, lawful Driver License.

　　Applicant must be 21 years of age at time of testing.

　　United States citizen or a lawful permanent resident of the United States (who has been in the United States legally for 5 years and has legal authorization to work in the United States).

　　Applicant must obtain Utah State Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Law Enforcement Officer Certificate during probationary period.

　　Provo City’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Plan Utilization Report is available on the City Human Resources (http://provo.org/departments/human-resources) page or at the Provo Human Resources office.

　　Full Time/Part Time:

　　Full time

　　Position Type:

　　Regular

　　Scheduled Hours:

　　40

　　It is the policy of Provo City to select, develop, and promote employees based on their ability and job performance. It has been, and shall continue to be, the policy of the City to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer/employee relations without regard to race; color; religion; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related condition; age; national origin; disability; sexual orientation; or gender identity. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee's compensation; benefits; terms and conditions of employment; and opportunities for promotion, training and development, transfer, and other privileges of employment. It has been, and shall continue to be, the City's policy to maintain a working environment free of discrimination and intimidation. It is further the policy of the City to comply in good faith with applicable local, state, and federal statutes concerning Equal Employment Opportunity.

　　Employment with Provo City offers a variety of opportunities to start and grow an exciting career serving your community, including in public safety, utility services, leisure services, administration, and other areas. Opportunities are always available, so apply today to be a part of Provo’s team!