Police Officer (Advanced Entry-Level)

ADVANCED ENTRY OFFICER INCENTIVES

Hiring Bonus of $15,000. The incentive is paid $5,000 at time of hire, $5,000 at completion of the Police Training Officer (PTO) program and $5,000 at completion of probation. Vacation Leave Bank – New advanced entry officers will receive 50 hours of vacation leave upon completion of the PTO program. Sick Leave Bank – New advanced entry officers will receive 50 hours of sick leave upon completion of the PTO program. Note: Hiring incentive is not available to Puyallup Corrections Officers who utilize the new CO to PO program where the CO was previously hired with an incentive at our jail.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Monthly Salary: $9,684.00 – $10,759.00. Puyallup officers have opportunity to receive additional pay, including: Patrol Shift Differential: Patrol officers working twelve (12) hour shifts under the 24‑day work cycle receive a patrol shift differential of 5.77%. Education Incentive Pay: Bachelor Degree 4% and Associate Degree/90 Credits 2%. Premium Pay: ISU Detective 7.5%; Police Training Officer 5%; Canine Officers, Metro Cities SWAT, School Resources Officer, Community Outreach Officer and Motorcycle Officer 3%; Metro Cities Major Collision Response Team certified as Recon 4% and Tech 2%; Bilingual Premium and Accreditation Premium 1%. Employees may stack multiple premium pays. Longevity Pay, beginning at 5 years of service. Officers may also contribute to the qualified, deferred compensation plan with the city matching contributions up to 4% of the employee's base wage. Group insurance includes medical, dental, vision, life, and long‑term disability coverage for employees and their dependents. Premiums are modest for the first year, and after meeting wellness program incentives in a calendar year, next year's premiums are 100% paid by the city.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Patrol a designated area of the city during an assigned shift, including by foot, bicycle, motorcycle, or vehicle, to preserve law and order, prevent and discover the commission of crime, and enforce traffic regulations. Answer calls and complaints involving fire, traffic accidents, domestic situations, robberies and other misdemeanors, disturbances and felonies, and take necessary police action. Conduct preliminary investigations at scenes of crimes and accidents; gather evidence; locate and question witnesses. Apprehend, interview, and arrest suspects; restrain suspects if necessary. Interview witnesses and/or complainants; collect material evidence and perform crime scene work; perform surveillance; testify as a witness in court. Prepare and submit reports; operate computers utilizing a variety of software programs, including database, word processing, and other applications. Assist other jurisdictions and agencies. Participate in undercover investigations of narcotics, gambling, vice, and other activities, violations and crimes. May be called on at any time for emergency duties. Perform other duties as assigned.

ABILITY TO

Work in partnership with the community to solve law enforcement issues and improve quality of life. Meet the minimum standards of strength, agility and endurance as specified in the Cooper Test. Learn pertinent state and local laws and departmental policies and procedures. Think and act quickly and appropriately in emergency situations. Maintain cooperative working relationships with co‑workers. Deal with the public in a tactful, pleasant and courteous manner. Follow verbal and written instructions. Communicate effectively in English, including speaking, reading and writing. Establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of work. Maintain regular, reliable and punctual attendance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 21 years of age at time of application. United States citizen, lawful permanent resident, or deferred action for childhood arrivals recipient. Speak, read, and write the English language. Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a valid Washington State driver's license. Graduate of the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) Basic Law Enforcement Academy and have up to 24 months experience as a police officer in a city, county, or state law‑enforcement agency in Washington State, OR have at least 3 years of experience as a Corrections Officer with the Puyallup Police Department. If not currently employed as a police officer, must have no break in service of more than 24 months.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

Complete a 12‑month trial service period. Obtain breathalyzer and radar operator certifications within the first six months of hire. Maintain physical fitness necessary to perform all essential functions of a police officer. No visible offensive tattoos or body art may be displayed while in uniform. Meet documented physical demands such as standing, walking, handling, lifting up to 20 pounds, operating vehicles, operating firearms, and other requirements listed in the job announcement.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The City of Puyallup is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, disability will be considered only in the context of an applicant’s ability to perform essential functions of the job and to determine reasonable accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr City-of-Puyallu