Entry Level Corrections Officer (Multiple Vacancies)

GovernmentJobs.com — City of Kirkland, WA; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Kirkland, recognized as one of the most livable cities in America, invites you to join a community-focused team that values innovation and collaboration.

We offer competitive wages and benefits, a supportive work environment, and opportunities to grow while serving the Kirkland community. If you are committed to public safety and excellent service, explore how you can contribute to our city’s ongoing success.

Qualifications

• Minimum age is 21 years.
• High school diploma or equivalent; related criminal justice experience and/or education preferred.
• Must possess a valid Washington State Driver’s License with an adequate driving record.
• Must be able to obtain a police security clearance including polygraph, psychological, and background prior to hire.

Skills

Driver's License

Defensive tactics

Physical fitness

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Why Work for Kirkland?

Ranked as one of the most livable cities in America, Kirkland is an attractive and inviting place to live, work, and visit. We have big city vision while maintaining a small-town, community feel.If you are a candidate with the desire to join an organization looking to innovate into the future, the City of Kirkland is the place for you!
If you ask our employees why they love where they work, they’ll tell you about the great people, work environment, supportive management and City Council, and fearless innovation.

We also invest in you!
Competitive Wages: We strive to maintain competitive compensation packages and work to provide wages that meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities of our employees.

Awesome Benefits: The City offers benefits that are unmatch

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum age is 21 years.


• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Related criminal justice experience and/or education preferred.


• Must possess a valid Washington State Driver’s License with an adequate driving record.


• Must not possess physical or visual impairments which would prevent the employee from maintaining physical custody of others, which may include application of physical restraint techniques. Must possess sufficient health and physical capacity to participate in defensive tactics training and other required physical activity.


• Must be able to obtain a police security clearance including polygraph, psychological, and background prior to hire. Must be able to successfully complete the S