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Recruiting \/ Hiring<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The West Jordan Police Department accepts applications for Police Officers through a continuous hiring announcement issued through West Jordan City Human Resources. Applicants who successfully complete the initial application will receive notification when the next step in the hiring process is scheduled.  Scheduling of the physical fitness examination for Non-Certified candidates will be done on an \u201cas needed\u201d basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Applicants are divided into four groups: Non-Certified, SFO\/BCO, Certifiable\/Currently Attending, and Certified\/Law Enforcement Experienced. Applicants who successfully complete the initial application will receive notification when the next step in the hiring process is scheduled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Competitive Benefits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Pay Scales<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

WJPD has updated pay scales which put our officers among the highest paid in the state. Qualified candidates can receive 1 for 1 service credit for previous law enforcement experience. They may also receive some credit for previous corrections experience. Check in with us directly for details.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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