Deputy Sheriff & Corrections Officer Positions
Job Description
The Wasatch County Deputy Sheriff Merit Commission announces recruitment with testing pending for the purpose of establishing a hiring roster as the Sheriff's Office regularly has openings for the positions of Deputy Sheriff and Corrections Officer.
The testing consists of a physical training exam, which is a pass/fail test based on POST Academy standards.
In addition, the test includes a written test, and a panel interview and Sheriff's Interview. The passing score on each test is 70%.
Applicants passing all tests are placed on a list of eligible applicants in the order of overall score, beginning with the highest. When a position opens, the Wasatch County Sheriff's Office fills the opening by selecting a candidate from the top three applicants. Applicants may increase their overall score if they qualify for additional credit for military service and/or post-secondary education.
A description of the testing procedures, complete job descriptions, and the Wasatch County Law Enforcement Employment Application can be found under the SERVICES PAGE at www.wasatchcounty.gov. 2026 Entry level Deputy Sheriff wage is $33.96 /hour plus full benefit package. Entry level Corrections Officer wage is $32.01/hour plus full benefit package.
Completed Wasatch County Law Enforcement Employment Applications including other application materials must be submitted through the online application portal. Wasatch County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.