POST InvestigatorFT / PT Status - Full-Time
Benefits Eligibility - This position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary - $50.00 - $61.87 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office - In-Office / On-Site
Recruiter - Application Deadline - 10/21/2026*
*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
POST InvestigatorThe Utah Department of Public Safety, Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) is looking for an Investigator to investigate officer misconduct cases, conduct applicant backgrounds and teach some basic training courses. This person will play an integral role in POST's mission to strengthen faith and confidence in law enforcement for the citizens of Utah.
QualificationsPrincipal Duties:- Conduct investigations into officer misconduct complaints of inappropriate activities, and/or illegal actions.
- Teach basic training courses: report writing, interview and interrogation, etc.
- Review and process police academy candidates' applications to determine entrance eligibility.
- Enforces laws, rules, and regulations.
- Conducts investigations into allegations of a variety of inappropriate activities, rules infractions or illegal actions.
- Identifies problems or potential problem areas and recommends solutions.
- Interprets, clarifies, explains and applies agency policy and procedures, business practices, federal or state laws and regulations, etc.
- Ensures compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines, etc.
- Receives, researches and responds to incoming questions or complaints; provides information, explains policy and procedures, and/or facilitates a resolution.
- Maintains detailed inspection or investigation records, prepares reports, and attends to other related administrative requirements.
- Acts as an expert witness.
- Gives testimony and /or recommendations in court cases and/or hearings.
- Provides assistance and/or on-the-job training.
Ideal Candidate:- Is currently Law Enforcement (LEO) certified
- Has a minimum seven (7) years law enforcement experience
- Has a minimum two (2) years investigative experience
- Has extensive experience with teaching and training presentations
- Is self motivated
- Is meticulous and thorough
- Has the ability to take a concept and turn it into a finished product
- Has knowledge on interviewing techniques and processes
- Has the ability to read, interpret and apply laws, administrative rules, case law to facts of cases
Preference:- May be given to current Department of Public Safety employees.
Supplemental Information:- POST certification; Peace Officer Standards Training in Utah is required
- A valid driver license is required to drive a motor vehicle on a highway in this state per UCA53-3- 202(1)(a).
- Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.
- Applicants are subject to drug screening and extensive background investigation prior to final offer of employment.
- Incumbent shall reside within 50 miles of POST (410 West 9800 South, Sandy, Utah)
About the RoleLocation -
410 West 9800 South
Sandy, Utah, 84070
United States
Background Check Required - A comprehensive background investigation, which may include a polygraph, may be required.
Drug Test Required - Yes
Schedule Code - AX - Employees in supervisory positions
