Lateral Police Officer

City of Auburn, Washington; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Take-home car program

Hiring bonus $30,000

Annual step increases

Pension plans

Job summary

The City of Auburn seeks experienced lateral police officers to join the Auburn Police Department. The role involves standard police work: protecting life and property, enforcing laws, and investigations, with duties under limited supervision. Applicants must meet WA state training requirements and civil service rules.

Highlights include a $30,000 hiring bonus and a take-home car program, with competitive benefits and pension plans. Lateral category requires prior certification and experience.

Qualifications

• Must possess the ability to read and write English with proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or DACA recipient.
• Be able to meet all Civil Service Rules and Regulations.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and obtain WA license if coming from out of state.

Responsibilities

• Perform general police work including protection of life and property, enforcement of laws, maintenance of order, and crime prevention/investigation.
• Act with independence and discretion in emergencies and during duties with little supervision.
• Complete required background investigations and pre-employment screenings.

Skills

English reading/writing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic Law Enforcement Training (WA CJTC)

Job description

UP TO $30,000 LATERAL HIRING BONUS & TAKE HOME CAR PROGRAM

The Auburn Police Department (APD) is seeking experienced, motivated, and service-driven law enforcement professionals to join our team as Lateral Police Officers. This is an opportunity to serve a continuously growing community within a modern, well-resourced police department that values professionalism, trust, integrity, and officer wellness. Our community is policed by professional officers who are not afraid to bravely stand up to danger and adversity. Officers serve with a noble purpose and make decisions based on trust and honesty. All employees of the APD are committed to providing exceptional customer service to the citizens we serve.

As a member of APD, you will perform general police work involving the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances, maintenance of order, and prevention and investigation of crimes. This work involves a substantial element of personal danger and employees must be able to act without direct supervision and exercise independent discretion in emergencies. All officers are responsible for recognizing the social importance of police functions, for tactful and courteous treatment of the public, and for conscientious and efficient performance of duties under little direct supervision.

To move forward in our process, you must:

• Possess a High School Diploma, or equivalent (GED)
• Be a United States citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or be a Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipient
• Be at least 20-1/2 years of age at the time of application
• Be able to fluently read and write the English language using proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Be able to meet all Civil Service Rules and Regulations, including the physical requirements listed in Rule 21.01
• Possess a valid driver's license, without impending loss at the time of appointment
  • If coming from out of state, you will be required to obtain a WA State driver's license within 30 days
• Be a Basic Law Enforcement Training graduate, or equivalent, as accepted by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission
  • See Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 139-05-210 for more information

If selected to move forward, you must:

• Be 21 years of age by your appointment date/date of hire
• Be able to provide documentation necessary to confirm equivalency as required by WAC (linked above)
• Successfully complete and pass a thorough background investigation which will include, but is not limited to, a suitability assessment, reference checks and employment verifications, polygraph examination, credit check, driving abstract review, drug screening, psychological interview, fingerprinting, Chief's interview, and pre-employment physical examination.

If hired, you must:

• Qualify quarterly for firearms
• Obtain a First Aid/CPR certification annually
• Obtain and maintain a BAC verifier certification
• Qualify for Access Certification

Automatic Disqualifiers

To see a list of APD's automatic disqualifiers, click here.

Lateral Categories & Hiring Bonuses

Lateral Police Officer: Successfully completed a state-certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy (WA State or equivalent) and has at least one year of experience as a commissioned police officer.

• Hiring Bonus = $30,000

Certified Entry-Level Lateral Police Officer: Successfully completed a state-certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy (WA State or equivalent) and has less than one year of experience as a commissioned police officer.

• Hiring Bonus = $10,000

Why Choose the City of Auburn?

• Competitive salary with annual step increases
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employee premiums paid by the City
• Employer contributions to Washington State Department of Retirement Systems pension plans
• Annual paid vacation as outlined in the CBA with 60 hours of vacation front-loaded upon hire
• Front-loaded WA Paid Sick Leave with additional sick leave accruals each pay period with an additional 60 hours of sick leave front-loaded upon hire
• Paid holidays per the Collective Bargaining Agreement (12 each year)
• Tax-free health savings account(VEBA)
• Optional flexible spending accounts
• Deferred compensation plans (pre-tax and Roth options)
• Employee wellness programs within the department and Citywide
• Employee Assistance Program(EAP)

Commitment to Inclusion

Team Auburn values a wide range of perspectives and life experiences and believes our strength comes from the diversity of people and ideas. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals who will help us foster a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and service to the community.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The City of Auburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. No person is lawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, or other forms of compensation.

Communication From The City Of Auburn

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