Patrol & Investigations Officer

City of Mukilteo; Mukilteo (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Mukilteo seeks Police Officer candidates to uphold public peace, protect life and property, and enforce laws and ordinances of the City and State. Duties include patrols by vehicle (and occasionally by foot, bike, or motorcycle), responding to a wide range of calls, and conducting investigations with attention to evidence and testimony.

Responsibilities also cover traffic enforcement, accident investigation, public outreach, and collaboration with the community to maintain safety.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and obtain WA license within 30 days.
• Ability to read/write English to perform duties.
• Must pass physical, psychological, and truth-detection exams.
• Must pass drug screening.
• Clean driving record and no felony convictions.
• Other requirements per Mukilteo Civil Service Rules.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned area by car; sometimes on foot, bike, or motorcycle.
• Respond to diverse calls including accidents, burglaries, thefts, and disturbances.
• Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations; interview witnesses and victims; preserve evidence.
• Enforce traffic laws; monitor speed; direct traffic; issue citations.
• Investigate traffic accidents to determine causes; patrol for enforcement.
• Engage with the public; provide talks and crime prevention information.
• Transport prisoners when needed; serve warrants; contribute to a positive department image.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Public interaction

Observation and reporting

Vehicle operation

Physical fitness/defensive tactics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Mukilteo seeks Police Officer candidates to uphold public peace, protect life and property, and enforce laws and ordinances of the City and State. Duties include patrols by vehicle (and occasionally by foot, bike, or motorcycle), responding to a wide range of calls, and conducting investigations with attention to evidence and testimony.

Responsibilities also cover traffic enforcement, accident investigation, public outreach, and collaboration with the community to maintain safety.