Police officer - certified

Spokane Police Department; Spokane (WA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Spokane is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Police Officer. Responsibilities include general law enforcement duties, patrolling areas to ensure public safety, investigating various incidents, and assisting the community with inquiries. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and complete the Washington State Criminal Justice Basic Law Enforcement Academy.

Applicants must be a minimum of 20 years old at the time of application and meet specific physical standards. This is an equal opportunity position aimed at fostering diversity within the organization.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school or equivalent.
• Successful completion of the Washington State Criminal Justice Basic Law Enforcement Academy.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and valid WSCJTC BLEA certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform general duty police work in law enforcement.
• Patrol designated areas to preserve law and order.
• Investigate accidents, fires, and suspicious activities.
• Assist the public with inquiries and provide general information.

Education

Completion of high school or equivalent

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Performs general duty police work in the enforcement of laws and ordinances.

• Exercises powers of arrest and control; defends self and uses force and deadly force; enforces motor vehicle laws; operates vehicle under emergency conditions and provides emergency assistance; responds to crime scenes and performs criminal investigations; participates in special operations.
• Patrols a designated area on foot or in a radio and computer equipped vehicle to preserve law and order, to prevent and discover the commission of crime, to direct traffic and to enforce traffic and parking regulations.
• Answers calls and investigates complaints involving accidents, fires, misdemeanors and felonies; investigates suspicious activities. Administers first aid, interviews witnesses, gathers information and evidence, makes arrests, prepares reports, testifies as witness in court.
• May be assigned, on a permanent or shift basis, to such specialized technical or administrative duties as: working police desk, maintenance of criminal records, license inspection, photographic and identification work, traffic safety training, field training, radio operation, etc. Advises public on laws and ordinances, provides general information and otherwise assists the public.
• Performs related work as required.

Open Entry Requirements

• Education: Completion of high school or equivalent.
• Experience: Successful completion of the Washington State Criminal Justice Basic Law Enforcement Academy. No prior law enforcement experience is required.
• Licenses: Possession of a valid driver's license and a valid WSCJTC BLEA certification.

Other Requirements

• Candidates must be 20 years of age at the time of application and 21 years of age at the time of appointment.
• Must be within the normal weight range for height.
• Physical requirements for this position, including eyesight, hearing, and other physical abilities are consistent with state law and guidelines.
• All successful candidates who have been offered a position will be required to pass a post-offer physical and psychological examination prior to appointment.
• A police record may be grounds for rejection.

Probationary Period

Entry-level and certified employees will have an 18-month probationary period upon hire.

Note

Before applying, please read the City of Spokane Police Department Hiring Standards.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status, or disability status. As a Fair Chance Employer, City of Spokane does not conduct initial background screening for non-public safety positions.