Transit Police Officer
Company: Utah Transit Authority
Location: Pleasant Grove
Posted on: April 17, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Description
Description
*A hiring roster may be used for up to 18 months*Job
DescriptionPatrols the total transit system, including facilities,
within UTA service areas. Provides a visible peace officer presence
within those jurisdictions. Inspects passengers in the systems for
proof of fare and provides assistance to transit patrons as
necessary while always maintaining an active public safety
presence. Monitors public behavior for violations of UTA ordinances
and Utah law without direct supervision. Exercises considerable
discretion responding to specific situations in order to protect
patrons and the public. Maintains general law and order, suppresses
criminal activity, makes arrests, completes case reports, and
issues both civil and criminal citations. Testifies in court as
needed and coordinates public safety activities with local law
enforcement agencies. Assesses potential risk to public safety and
recommends opportunities for loss prevention. May be assigned by
UTA Public Safety management to work in varied functional areas;
these could include serving as a trainer in a limited area such as
defensive tactics, OC spray, Taser, firearms, or other assignments
as needed and required.Minimum QualificationsEducation/Training:-
High school diploma or equivalent- Utah P.O.S.T. certified as a Law
Enforcement Officer (LEO) as described within the limits of state
statutes, or is currently certifiable as a Utah LEO.Experience:-
Prior police or customer service experience preferred, but not
required.- Demonstrates superior interpersonal communication skills
and be able to exercise discretion to assess and take appropriate
steps to protect patrons and/or employees against potentially
threatening situations. Officers will be required to carry a
firearm and other duty equipment.- Have a valid Utah driver's
license, with no more than 4 moving violations in the past 3 years.
Cannot have any convictions of driving under the influence of
alcohol, any drug, or the combined influence of any alcohol or any
drug within the last 5 years.- Have no convictions for a civil or
criminal offense involving dishonesty, unlawful sexual conduct,
physical violence to include domestic violence, DUI, or unlawful
sale or possession of a controlled substance within the past 5
years.- Employment will be contingent on passing a psychological
test, a polygraph test, FTA drug and alcohol screening, physical
exam, and a comprehensive background investigation. UTA management
reserves the right to re-test for suitability of employment.- This
job requires regular and predictable attendance.
-OR-
An equivalent combination of relevant education and work
experience. (UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies
of education and experience.)
UTA's benefits package for full-time police officers
includes:
For more information on UTA's Total Rewards benefits package,
please visit: https://jobs.jobvite.com/rideuta/#benefits
Pay Rate: $27.885 to $39.90 per hour, based on experience. This is
a career ladder position.Closing Date: Open until filled
Keywords: Utah Transit Authority, Murray , Transit Police Officer, Other , Pleasant Grove, Utah
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