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uintahut
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Deputy Sheriff I- Corrections
uintahut· Sheriff
About this role
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Deputy Sheriff I- Corrections
This position is a hands-on entry-level law enforcement role focused on maintaining a safe and secure environment. You will supervise inmates, ensuring their physical and medical needs are met. This includes the full intake process, from creating arrest records and reports to fingerprinting and taking mug shots.
Additionally, you'll be responsible for supervising inmates on work details, performing general facility maintenance and repairs, and keeping the jail and recreation areas clean. You will also participate in interstate extradition transports to states like Nevada, Colorado, and Wyoming.
You must be a high school graduate or have a GED. Additionally, you need to have successfully completed the Police Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Academy for Correctional Officer Certification. No prior experience is required. We may offer to provide your P.O.S.T. training, which would include a two-year commitment to work for the county after completion.
Special Qualifications:
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must possess a valid Utah State Driver's License.
Must work rotating shift work.
Must work on-call 24 hours.
Must complete 40 hours of training per year to maintain certification.
This full-time position offers $27.28 an hour, depending on experience, and a comprehensive benefits package. You'll receive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and various supplemental insurance options. Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), an Employee Assistance Program, and an exciting perks program. Plus, you'll be part of Uintah County's award-winning wellness program, offering fun activities, convenient on-site health fairs and seminars, and full access to our on-site wellness center equipped with gym equipment.
Please view the full job description in the link below.
To view Uintah County benefit information, please click on the link below
Uintah County Benefit Information
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Deputy Sheriff I- Corrections position at uintahut?
The salary for this Deputy Sheriff I- Corrections role at uintahut is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Deputy Sheriff I- Corrections position at uintahut located?
This Deputy Sheriff I- Corrections role at uintahut is based in Vernal, Utah, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Deputy Sheriff I- Corrections role at uintahut full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time position. It is posted as a Deputy Sheriff I- Corrections role in the Sheriff department at uintahut.
Which team or department does the Deputy Sheriff I- Corrections at uintahut belong to?
This Deputy Sheriff I- Corrections position is part of the Sheriff department at uintahut. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Deputy Sheriff I- Corrections position at uintahut?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to uintahut's official application portal hosted on bamboohr where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Deputy Sheriff I- Corrections job at uintahut posted?
This Deputy Sheriff I- Corrections position at uintahut was posted on Jun 4, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Deputy Sheriff I- Corrections
uintahut
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