Correctional Officer
Job Location:
Salt Lake, UT - USA
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Job Summary
Correctional Officer
FT / PT Status Full-Time
Salary $31.52 - $40.24 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office In-Office / On-Site
Recruiter Crystal Haywood
Application Deadline 7/31/2026
Key Responsibilities With a career in Law Enforcement as a Correctional Officer you can earn a total possible compensation package valued up to $92298.90 in the first year.The Utah Department of Corrections is seeking individuals who can balance compassion with accountability while supervising offenders in our care and custody at the Utah State Correctional Facility and various correctional centers inSalt Lake Utah and Weber countiescorrectional center job locations are dependent on availability.(This recruitment isnothiring for the Central Utah Correctional Facility - Gunnison).
-Utah Department of Corrections Bonus Parameters: If hired by the Utah Department of Corrections (UDC) as a correctional officer you will receive a $3000 hiring bonus upon successful completion of the correctional officer training academy. On the 1 year anniversary of your hire date you will receive a second $3000 hiring bonus for a total of $6000. Acceptance of one or both of these bonuses requires you to commit to remain employed within the area of UDC that hired you throughout your 18-month probationary period.
| Job Title | Step 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
| Correctional Officer | $31.52 | $32.39 | $33.28 | $34.18 | $35.14 | $36.10 | $37.08 | $38.12 | $39.17 | $40.24 |
Initial testing consists of a physical fitness test. You will receive additional information about testing date time and location from the recruitment team after you apply.
The minimum requirements for the physical fitness test are as follows:
- Vertical Jump of 14.5 or higher
- Push-ups 14 continuous (military style)
- Plank 30 seconds
- 1.5 Mile Run within 16 minutes 11 second or less
Qualifications Qualifications:
About the Role
Location
1480 N 8000 W
Salt Lake City Utah 84116
United States
Background Check Required A comprehensive background investigation which may include a polygraph may be required.
Drug Test Required Yes
Schedule Code B - Competitive Career Service
Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah we believe hard work is important but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah click here. Other benefits may include:
- Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
- Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
- Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
- Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation strong work ethics and mutual support.
The Agency
For more detailed information about the Utah Department of Corrections; we invite you tobrowse our website.
EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations please contact .
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
