Public Safety Officer: Protect, Serve & Impact Communities

City of Seattle; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

City of Seattle Police Department seeks Police Officers to serve Seattle residents as frontline public safety professionals. The role emphasizes ethical service and alignment with city values, with a multi-step hiring process including exams, background checks, medical and psychological evaluations.

Entry Level and lateral paths exist; applicants must meet eligibility standards, pass criminal and medical screenings, and demonstrate commitment to community trust and public safety.

Qualifications

• Be at least 20.5 years of age.
• U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or DACA eligibility.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Pass pre-employment exams and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain public safety and order, respond to emergencies, and protect lives and property.
• Operate in accordance with the City of Seattle Police Department mission and local laws.
• Complete interviews, investigations, and reporting as part of routine policing duties.
• Provide testimony and present evidence in judicial settings.

Skills

Public safety

Driving

Typing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

City of Seattle Police Department seeks Police Officers to serve Seattle residents as frontline public safety professionals. The role emphasizes ethical service and alignment with city values, with a multi-step hiring process including exams, background checks, medical and psychological evaluations.

Entry Level and lateral paths exist; applicants must meet eligibility standards, pass criminal and medical screenings, and demonstrate commitment to community trust and public safety.