Police Officer - Lateral

$97,909 - $118,991/Yr

City Of Renton - Renton, WA

posted 4 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Renton, WA
101-250 employees
Utilities

About the position

The Lateral Police Officer position at the Renton Police Department involves performing general duty police work, including the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws, crime prevention and investigation, and community engagement. Officers work independently and as part of a team, utilizing independent judgment to complete tasks while adhering to the department's core values of Integrity, Service, Valor, and Professionalism.

Responsibilities

  • Respond to emergency and routine dispatched calls as directed.
  • Patrol the City on an assigned shift in a police vehicle, motorcycle, bicycle, or on foot.
  • Answer 911 calls and complaints involving criminal and noncriminal activities.
  • Administer emergency first aid to injured or incapacitated persons as required.
  • Stop traffic violators, identify suspicious individuals, and take appropriate lawful action.
  • Use de-escalation techniques to increase likelihood of compliance.
  • Utilize and maintain a variety of specialized equipment such as firearms and police vehicles.
  • Enforce all applicable laws and manage situations professionally.
  • Search for lost or wanted persons and direct traffic when required.
  • Develop knowledge about known offenders and correlate reported offenses.
  • Appear in court to present evidence and testify against persons accused of crimes.
  • Write police and other related reports.
  • Participate in community engagement activities and training programs.

Requirements

  • High school degree or equivalent.
  • Not less than 21 years of age at the time of examination.
  • Ability to read and write the English language.
  • Lawful permanent resident or US citizen.
  • Ability to pass entrance examination and meet minimum medical and health standards.
  • Valid Washington State driver's license by date of hire.
  • At least 12 months experience as a full-time, paid, commissioned Police Officer.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in Washington state law enforcement.
  • Completion of a state law enforcement academy recognized by the WSCJTC.

Benefits

  • $40,000 sign-on bonus paid in two increments.
  • Accrual of paid personal leave time based on years of service.
  • 250 hours of sick leave available upon employment.
  • Base salary range of $97,909 - $118,991 annually with potential education premiums.
  • City contributions towards deferred compensation and health reimbursement plans.
  • Take Home Car Program after completion of FTO.
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