Lateral Police Officer

The Lateral Police Officer position is a rank for persons who have completed the Washington State Basic Police Academy or who are eligible to hold a certificate of equivalency issued by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission.

Police officers work rotating schedules and shifts around the clock and throughout the year. A police officer is responsible for general police duties in the enforcement of laws, prevention of crime, and other public services as needed to maintain the peace and ensure security and the safety of persons and property within the city.

This position requires a high level of problem-solving ability, self-initiative, and the ability and willingness to work a majority of the time without direct supervision. Successful performers are those who are capable and willing to make decisions that are consistently in line with the agency's mission, goals, and objectives.

Benefits included with this position: 11 paid holidays, 10-19 hours of paid vacation per month, 12 hours of paid sick leave per month, 85% employer paid medical insurance, 100% employer paid dental and vision insurance, LEOFF II retirement, 4.25% deferred compensation contribution, $50,000 life insurance policy, EAP, $100 monthly VEBA contribution, and long-term disability, specialty pays, shift differential. $2,000 bonus upon hire

The application process is through Public Safety Testing, and the City of Cheney, Applicants must complete a City of Cheney application and the PST process.


For more information, click on the Lateral Police Officer document under Attached Files in the Job Details box.