Patrol Officer: Protect, Enforce & Serve

Mount Vernon Police Department; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mount Vernon Police Department is seeking a Police Officer to protect life and property, enforce laws, maintain order, and investigate crimes in the City of Mount Vernon. Officers provide public services and education, following department guidelines and modern policing practices.

Responsibilities include patrolling, responding to calls, citing and arresting violators, and preparing reports. A commitment to mission and vision, safety, and professional conduct is essential.

Responsibilities

• Patrols a designated area in a police patrol vehicle and on foot to deter and detect crime.
• Responds to calls for service and investigates complaints.
• Issues citations, makes arrests, and completes necessary reports.
• Investigates crime scenes, gathers evidence, interviews victims and witnesses.
• Reports to crime scenes and accidents, administers first aid, and coordinates with other units as needed.

Job description

The Mount Vernon Police Department is seeking a Police Officer to protect life and property, enforce laws, maintain order, and investigate crimes in the City of Mount Vernon. Officers provide public services and education, following department guidelines and modern policing practices.

Responsibilities include patrolling, responding to calls, citing and arresting violators, and preparing reports. A commitment to mission and vision, safety, and professional conduct is essential.