Lateral Police Officer

JOIN TEAM APD AS A LATERAL POLICE OFFICER! Up to $30,000 Lateral Hiring Bonus & Take Home Car Program The Auburn Police Department (APD) is seeking experienced, motivated, and service-driven law enforcement professionals to join our team as Lateral Police Officers. This is an opportunity to serve a continuously growing community within a modern, well-resourced police department that values professionalism, trust, integrity, and officer wellness. Our community is policed by professional officers who are not afraid to bravely stand up to danger and adversity. Officers serve with a noble purpose and make decisions based on trust and honesty. All employees of the APD are committed to providing exceptional customer service to the citizens we serve. Responsibilities As a member of APD, you will perform general police work including the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances, maintenance of order, and prevention and investigation of crimes. This work involves a substantial element of personal danger and requires acting without direct supervision and exercising independent discretion in emergencies. All officers are expected to treat the public with tact, courtesy, and efficiency, and to perform duties under little direct supervision. Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service Patrol assigned areas to deter crime and provide a visible public safety presence Investigate crimes, collect evidence, interview witnesses, and make arrests when warranted Prepare thorough, accurate reports, logs, and documentation Handle domestic disputes, juvenile matters, and incidents involving individuals in crisis Pursue suspects on foot and in vehicles, safely performing physically demanding tasks Use appropriate levels of force to protect life and property Provide first aid and life-saving assistance Communicate effectively orally and in writing in all settings Maintain professionalism while managing stressful, hostile, or emotionally charged situations This is not an all-inclusive list. Please view the class specification for a full list of job responsibilities. Qualifications and Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) United States citizen, lawful permanent resident, or Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipient At least 20 1/2 years of age at the time of application Fluently read and write English using proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation Meet all Civil Service Rules and Regulations, including physical requirements listed in Rule 21.01 Valid driver's license without impending loss at the time of appointment (if coming from out of state, obtain WA State driver's license within 30 days) Basic Law Enforcement Training graduate or equivalent accepted by Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Additional Requirements for Selection Be 21 years of age by appointment date/date of hire Provide documentation necessary to confirm equivalency as required by WAC (linked above) Successfully complete a thorough background investigation (suitability assessment, reference checks, employment verifications, polygraph, credit check, driving abstract review, drug screening, psychological interview, fingerprinting, Chief's interview, pre‑employment physical examination) If Hired Qualify quarterly for firearms Obtain First Aid/CPR certification annually Obtain and maintain BAC verifier certification Qualify for Access Certification Automatic Disqualifiers To see a list of APD's automatic disqualifiers, click here. Lateral Categories & Hiring Bonuses Lateral Police Officer: Successfully completed a state-certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy (WA State or equivalent) and has at least one year of experience as a commissioned police officer. Hiring Bonus = $30,000 Certified Entry‑Level Lateral Police Officer: Successfully completed a state-certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy (WA State or equivalent) and has less than one year of experience as a commissioned police officer. Hiring Bonus = $10,000 Why Choose the City of Auburn? Competitive salary with annual step increases Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employee premiums paid by the City Employer contributions to Washington State Department of Retirement Systems pension plans Annual paid vacation as outlined in the CBA with 60 hours of vacation front‑loaded upon hire Front‑loaded WA Paid Sick Leave with additional sick leave accruals each pay period and an additional 60 hours of sick leave front‑loaded upon hire Paid holidays per the Collective Bargaining Agreement (12 each year) Tax‑free health savings account (VEBA) Optional flexible spending accounts Deferred compensation plans (pre‑tax and Roth options) Employee wellness programs within the department and citywide Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Commitment to Inclusion Team Auburn values a wide range of perspectives and life experiences and believes our strength comes from the diversity of people and ideas. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals who will help us foster a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and service to the community. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) The City of Auburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. No person is lawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. Our EOO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, or other forms of compensation. Communication From the City of Auburn We primarily communicate via e‑mail during the recruitment process. E‑mails from auburnwa.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner. 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