Police Officer - Exceptional Entry

City of Redmond; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a thriving police department in a culturally diverse community that values integrity and accountability. As a police officer, you'll be part of a team dedicated to enhancing public safety and fostering strong community relationships. Enjoy a work-life friendly schedule with rotating weekends off, and benefit from dedicated resources for training and career advancement. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of residents while working in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you are passionate about serving your community and have the required qualifications, we encourage you to apply and start your journey in law enforcement.

Benefits

4/10 shifts with rotating weekends

3 hours of duty time for physical fitness

Required uniforms and equipment provided

City-provided Life Insurance

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plan

Relocation/moving expense reimbursement

Participation in Deferred Compensation Plan

Working Out of Class Pay

GI Bill Certified Agency

Qualifications

• Must have completed a basic law enforcement academy or peace officer certification.
• Less than 24 months of continuous service as a sworn officer in the last four years.

Responsibilities

• Maintain public safety and community trust through effective policing.
• Participate in training and adhere to physical and medical standards.

Skills

Law Enforcement

Physical Fitness

Community Policing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate of Arts in Law Enforcement or Criminal Justice

Military Experience

Job description

NOTE: To be qualified for our Exceptional Entry role, you must have completed a basic law enforcement academy and have less than 24 months of continuous experience as a sworn law enforcement officer in the past four years.

If you have not completed a basic law enforcement academy or received a peace officer certification but are interested in joining the Redmond Police Department, please see our application instructions under our Entry Level Police Officer job posting to start your journey in law enforcement.

If you have over 24 months of continuous experience as a sworn officer and have a BLEA certification, please apply through our Lateral Police Officer job posting.

Why Join the Redmond Police Department?

The City of Redmond is a thriving, culturally diverse community and home to over 80,000 residents. Redmond is the hub of an array of commerce and industry ranging from technology, aerospace, and gaming to biomedical and innovation start-ups. The City of Redmond seeks to continue a strong police-community relationship that builds trust, advances community policing, and increases public safety.

Our people bring unique skills and qualities to the table, and we all embrace the values of integrity, accountability, and commitment to service. We care about our jobs, the work we do for the community of Redmond, and for each other. In fact, we love working collaboratively to take our City to even greater heights. This spirit creates a purpose-driven culture at Redmond Police that is the biggest reason why people not only choose to work for Redmond but also stay.

We offer a work-life friendly rotating schedule that ensures you will always have some weekends and weekdays off to rest, spend time with family and friends, or just have fun.

As a Redmond Police Officer, you will enjoy our professional and healthy work environment, dedicated resources for training and equipment, and career opportunities. Our Patrol Division offers a good balance of calls for service and case follow-up, which makes for a well-rounded officer.

For more details on why you should join the City of Redmond, visit the Join Redmond Police Department (RPD) website.

Please view the complete Police Officer classification description for more information about the knowledge, skills, abilities, working conditions, physical requirements, automatic and discretionary disqualifiers.

Education and Experience for Exceptional Entry Police Officers:

• Must have basic law enforcement academy or peace officer certification that is equivalent to the Washington State Basic Law Enforcement Academy.
• Must be or have been sworn in as a police officer with less than 24 months of continuous service within the last four years.
• Must have high school diploma or GED certificate;
• Preferred education or experience:
  • Associate of Arts degree in law enforcement, criminal justice or a related field from an accredited college; or
  • Completion of 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours from an accredited college or university; or
  • Two (2) years of military experience; or
  • Two (2) years as a full-time, sworn, law enforcement officer.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

• Ability to obtain the Washington State Basic Law Enforcement Academy certification through the Washington Criminal Justice Training Commission within two years of submitting application (military, corrections, federal and reserve officer training along with other training not approved by CJTC is not accepted).
• Must meet required physical and medical standards and all civil service requirements.
• Possess a valid Washington State driver's license upon hire; out-of-state hires must have a valid driver's license and obtain a valid Washington State driver's license within Washington's required timelines.
• Be at least 21 years of age when the eligibility list is certified.
• United States citizenship or be a lawful permanent resident.
• Successfully pass Redmond Police Department background investigation which includes a Chief's interview, polygraph, psychological, extensive on-site background investigation, drug screening, and medical exam.

Selection Process:

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and have completed Public Safety Testing’s Personal History Questionnaire requirements may advance to the next steps in the selection process.

Automatic Disqualifiers:

• Been convicted of a felony (or pled nolo contendere to a felony charge) or any offense that would be a felony if committed in Washington State, or has been incarcerated for any crime.
• Sold narcotics or dangerous drugs.
• All illegal drug use will be closely scrutinized on a case-by-case basis.
• Had a pattern of abusing prescription medication.
• Been dishonorably discharged from the United States armed forces.
• Received more than two moving traffic violations within the preceding 3 years; or reckless driving violation within the preceding 5 years; or driving while license suspended within the preceding 5 years; or driving while intoxicated within the preceding five years.
• Been involved in more than one motor vehicle accident within the preceding 3 years for which the applicant received a traffic or criminal citation and was convicted, forfeited bail, or entered a plea of "guilty" or "nolo contendere."
• Been previously employed as a law enforcement agent and since has committed or violated federal, state or city laws pertaining to criminal activity.
• Committed any serious violation of Federal, State, City or County laws.
• Lied during any stage of the hiring process.
• Falsified his or her personal history questionnaire or application or failed to disclose pertinent information.
• Been convicted of any crime under a domestic violence statute.
• Unlawful sexual misconduct.

Discretionary Disqualifiers:

• Alcohol or substance misuse and/or abuse.
• Excessive traffic violations.
• Commission of a felony.
• A demonstrated unwillingness to honor fiscal contracts or just debts.
• Any other conduct or pattern of conduct that would tend to disrupt, diminish, or otherwise jeopardize public trust in the law enforcement profession.
• An inability to perform the essential functions of a Police Officer.

Benefits:

The City of Redmond offers an excellent benefits package including:

• 4/10 shifts with rotating weekends every 6-7 weeks, and overtime eligibility
• 3 hours of duty time per week to train for physical fitness plan
• Required uniforms and equipment provided
• City-provided Life Insurance
• Retirement medical through Teamsters Welfare Trust.
• Participation in LEOFF state retirement system
• Participation in Deferred Compensation Plan
• MEBT (Social Security replacement with City match of 80%)
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plan
• Section 125 account (medical spending account) available
• Relocation/moving expense reimbursement for eligible moves
• Working Out of Class Pay
• GI Bill Certified Agency
• 4% Specialty Assignments* (Detectives, Traffic, Pro-Act, Recruiting, Training, Outreach, K-9 and School Resource Officer)
• 4% Collateral Duties* (Firearms Instructors, Defensive Tactics Instructors, EVOC Instructors, SWA

Compensation:

For salary information go to the Current Police Officer Compensation.

Interview:

Applicants who meet the minimum requirements may be invited to participate in the testing process which includes an oral interview, which requires a passing score of 70%. This is a continuous recruitment and applications will be screened as openings occur. A City of Redmond application, veteran's preference form and college education statement must be completed. Those requesting "veteran's preference" must complete the appropriate form at the time of the oral interview and provide a copy of their DD214.

Reapplication:

Applicants who fail one of the phases of the testing process are eligible to reapply for this position after six (6) months from the date of examination. Applicants who fail a component of the background process are eligible to reapply for this position after eighteen (18) months from the date removed from the eligibility list.