Police Officer (Entry Level)

We Want Your Service in Our Department! We are actively looking to hire high quality candidates. Everett Police Department serves a population over 112,000. We believe in community-oriented policing and work in partnership with the community to enhance quality of life and reduce crime through our core values of integrity, professionalism, and honor. The City of Everett is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our goal is to recruit and hire capable and engaged job candidates from a wide range of backgrounds. We are committed to creating and supporting an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees. About the Position This is a Civil Service class involving general police activities associated with the protection of life and property by enforcement of state and municipal codes, regulations and ordinances. The Civil Service eligibility register for this position is subject to continuous modification as a result of the open/continuous nature of the process. Highest grades earned within the past year as a result of this screening process are valid for twelve (12) months after certification by the Civil Service Commission. This job classification is represented by Everett Police Officers Association. Hiring offers are contingent upon successful completion of a City-paid LEOFF medical evaluation and medical history review that may include back x-rays and will include drug screening. How to Apply Please visit Public Safety Testing website and you will be able to fill out your application online and select the testing date, time, and location most convenient for you. Applicants must also complete their Personal History Statement via Public Safety Testing website. Why Work for Everett Police Department? Competitive wages, medical/dental/vision benefits, vacation accrual, employee funded VEBA, rotating patrol schedule, free primary care, uniforms and gear provided, college tuition reimbursement, equipment allowances, city match on deferred compensation, dry cleaning benefit, LEOFF 2 pension plan, take-home car program, floating holidays, holiday bank. Benefits The City provides excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and basic life insurance plans. Employees will also accrue vacation, sick, and holidays throughout the calendar year. Potential Assignments Downtown Bike Patrol Training Officer Marine Unit Dive Team K-9 Handler Hostage Negotiator Major Crimes Detective Property Crimes Detective School Resource Officer Gang Resource Unit Tactical Unit (SWAT) Bomb Technician ACT Team Member Range Master Video Forensics Detective Motorcycle Unit Community Outreach & Enforcement Team Eligibility Requirements Excellent physical condition. U.S. Citizenship or a lawful permanent resident, or deferred action for childhood arrivals recipients (DACA). Must be 20.5 years of age by eligible register certification date; and 21 years of age by date of commission. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Washington State Driver license within 30 days of hire and the ability to maintain it for the duration of employment. Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent. Examination Process The screening process will consist of a written test (pass score 70.00 and above) and successful completion (pass) of the Physical Ability Test (PAT) within six months prior to the closing date. Veterans’ preference applicants must submit a copy of their DD214. All portions of the process sample and measure the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities. Additional screening includes employment and general background investigation, medical, drug testing, psychological and polygraph examinations. FILING OPENS: January 1, 2026

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