In School Police Officers

A POSITION IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE REPRESENTED BY THE FEDERAL WAY POLICE GUILD.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

In accordance with RCW 41.04, veterans who meet criteria for Veteran’s Preference and achieve passing scores on competitive employment examinations have 5 to 10% added to their final weighted score where a ranked eligibility list is established. For Veterans’ Scoring Criteria, please submit copy 4 of your DD214.

RE-APPLICATION

Pursuant to Civil Service Rule 8.12.1 no one may be reexamined for the same class within six (6) months of the effective date of a successful examination.

The mission of the Federal Way Police Department is for every member to consistently earn the public’s trust while enhancing the quality of life for residents, visitors, and businesses within our City. We accomplish our mission by providing the highest quality law enforcement, community education, and support services possible while making the best use of the resources entrusted to us. We are recognized as professional, innovative, diverse, ethical, and as a valued partner in building economic viability in our area.

Requires high school graduation, successful completion of a basic police academy, minimum of one year of continuous law enforcement employment at a municipal, county or state law enforcement agency as a police officer performing the essential duties on patrol, and no more than 18 months break in service or a former police officer with the Federal Way Police Department with no more than 5 years break in service and with written approval by the appointing authority. College level course work in law enforcement or related field, bilingual capability and specialized law enforcement training are highly desirable. Prior to employment must be a citizen of the United States of America or a lawful permanent resident; a valid Washington State driver’s license and good driving record, certificate of successful completion of the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Police Officer Academy or an equivalent basic law enforcement academy certificate; submission to psychological and general medical evaluation; Felony conviction disqualifies.

Hiring bonus of $40,000 for experienced police officers will be paid in four installments. The following installments: first upon meeting requirements for the Equivalency Academy (medical clearance and firearms qualification) of $5,000; Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, and performing individually or as a member of a team, participate in the following activities: enforce state statutes and local ordinances, regulations and laws; patrol and conduct surveillance; receive training and maintain skills proficiency; Successful candidates will have a strong service orientation and demonstrated record of responsiveness to community priorities and concerns.

The incumbent in this position will create and nurture a community-oriented public safety department as envisioned by the City Council and set forth in the department vision and values statement: a department which inspires a sense of confidence and security in the citizens of Federal Way through professionalism, citizen involvement, and creative approaches to public safety; a department which is distinguished as a caring, competent, firm, fair, accessible and innovative organization that actively seeks opportunities to help citizens; a department which is a part of, rather than apart from, the community, fostering an efficient citizen‑police partnership to insure a safe and secure city.

deal effectively with complaints by being polite to customers; and establish a network of contacts.

Communicate with other City personnel, law enforcement agencies and health care and social service providers to coordinate efforts, resolve problems, and exchange information.

choose appropriate materials to complete a job, and decide whether to refer problems to a supervisor.

Motivating: Gain willing cooperation by understanding the personal needs or motives of others; act as liaison with supervisors, clerical and/or non-sworn personnel, with managers/professionals, and between organizations or departments.

physically handle animals.

provide information either verbally or in writing about a case; give instructions via radio or telephone; make verbal reports of problems or status to immediate supervisor; present formal training sessions as requested; Assisting/Caring: Respond to a wide variety of calls from citizens in need of first aid, information and general assistance; counsel or advise on personal problems; look after the needs of members of the public, including the young and elderly, the disabled, and other vulnerable adults.

Respond to calls, complaints or reports of the actual, possible or potential occurrence of specific criminal activity; Provide a variety of police protection and other services to enforce the laws and ordinances of Federal Way and to safeguard the lives, property and constitutional rights of citizens.

Perform a variety of specialized police assignments in specialty programs identified by the Director of Public Safety such as hostage negotiation, K-9, firing range, DWI enforcement, domestic violence, traffic enforcement and investigation, field training, search and rescue, special events, public information, crime prevention, school related programs, property and contracted services, training, recruitment and hiring, and vice and narcotics investigations.

Interview persons with complaints and inquiries; Summarize verbal information given, critically examine all information for accuracy and quality; Provide information on laws and ordinances, police services, and other information to the public as requested; contact citizens as part of routine checking procedures.

Administering/Writing/Drawing: Complete forms or other structured documentation; Physically restrain suspects as needed via quick reaction to visual and sound signals, using physical coordination of hand and foot. Utilize and maintain a variety of specialized equipment such as firearms, police vehicles, radios, baton, kubaton, handcuffs, flares and chemical mace according to established procedures.

operate police vehicles which may include cars, vans, trucks, powered water vehicles.

Using the Senses: Make fine auditory and visual discrimination; certificate of successful completion of the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Police Officer Academy or equivalency certificate; submission to psychological and general medical evaluation; Felony conviction disqualifies.

Police department organization, policies and directives.

Principles, practices and procedures used in police work.

Understanding of community policing concepts.

Recent legislation and court decisions affecting police duties.

Operation of a variety of specialized police vehicles and equipment.

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

Firearm laws and usage.

Keyboarding, word processing, computer skills.

Present evidence and testimony in court.

Maintain current knowledge of the law and modern law enforcement techniques.

Respond to crime and emergency scenes and take immediate and appropriate action.

Maintain proficiency in driving and the use of firearms in accordance with departmental guidelines.

React quickly and calmly in emergency conditions.

Work long hours and to withstand the physical strain of police work.

Participate in specialized programs and assignments to support police-related activities and community relations.

Communicate effectively both verbally in writing.

Read, interpret, apply and explain laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Relate effectively to people of a variety of cultures, languages, disabilities and socio-economic situations.

Observe legal and defensive driving practices. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT

Work includes indoor and outdoor environments and may require time in a vehicle, with most time spent sitting, standing and walking, and with some running, stooping, kneeling and climbing. Position may involve exposure to gunfire, toxic chemicals, traffic hazards, occasional driving at high speeds, communicable diseases and physical and/or verbal abuse from hostile or disoriented individuals. Employees are assigned shifts covering all twenty‑four hours, seven days a week.

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