Reserve Police Officer

Position Title

Reserve Police Officer

Job Posting Closing Date

• ***OPEN FILE RECRUITMENT***
• [Applications will be considered in the order they are received for any positions available at that time. They will remain on file for a minimum of 60 days.]
• The Provo City Police department is seeking currently employed police officers to fill-in as needed by serving in the role of Reserve Police Officer.

Job Details

What is the compensation?

Pay Rate: $35 - $40 per hour (Depending on experience)

Part-time Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA) and receive the following great benefits: a) free admission to the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating, and Provo Shooting Sports Park; b) a free Provo City Library Card; c) a 25% discount on Provo Recreation Center memberships (direct family only); and d) discounts from various local and national vendors.

What are the main duties?

• Enforce all laws of the State of Utah and/or the City of Provo and Utah County.
• Patrol assigned areas to discover, control, and/or prevent violations of the law.
• Respond to calls, emergencies, and alarms.
• Deliver emergency messages.
• Mediate civil complaints.
• Gather intelligence.
• Serve warrants and subpoenas.
• Educate the public in prevention of all crimes.
• Actively seek out and detect all criminal activity.
• Investigate complaints, traffic accidents, and crimes by interviewing complainants, suspects, witnesses and victims.
• Subdue, overcome, and control persons by using reasonable force.
• Maintain security of and escort prisoners from crime scenes to jail, court, or other assigned areas.
• Handle inquiries or complaints.
• Render first aid when necessary.
• Assist the public, control crowds, and intervene in crises.
• Perform other duties as required.

What are the minimum requirements?

• Requires a POST Category I certification.
• Two years of experience as a police officer.
• A valid, lawful driver license.
• Cannot be on probation with another agency.

***APPLICANTS MUST BE CURRENTLY EMPLOYED AS A FULL TIME POLICE OFFICER***

What is the selection process?

This is an open file posting . Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted for any positions available at that time. They will remain on file for a minimum of 60 days. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City?

Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live . Visit provo.gov to learn more!

Provo City is an equal employment opportunity employer. Opportunities are always available, so apply today to be a part of Provo’s team!

Full Time/Part Time

Part time

Position Type

On-Call/Reserve

Scheduled Hours

10