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City of Tacoma lists this Police Officer (Experienced Lateral) opportunity in tacoma, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Tacoma Police Department Lateral Entry OfficerThe City of Tacoma is seeking Lateral Police Officers to join the Tacoma Police Department. The Tacoma Police Department will be giving hiring priority to in-state lateral candidates for any immediate vacancies. Qualified out-of-state candidates will be placed on an eligible list for interview and hiring consideration and may be considered for subsequent vacancies. At this time the Tacoma Police Department is placing out-of-state lateral candidates at step 4 ($59.55)* in the hiring range; in-state laterals will be placed at step 5 ($62.53)* in the range. In-state laterals with 5+ years will start at step #6. Please note, step placement is at the discretion of the hiring authority and is subject to change at any time.Key ResponsibilitiesPatrol and Public SafetyEmergency and Incident ResponseLaw Enforcement Actions and InvestigationsCommunity Interaction and CoordinationEquipment and Skill ProficiencyKnowledge & SkillsKnowledge of laws, policies, and law enforcement proceduresPatrol, investigation, and crime scene skillsProficiency with equipment and technologyCommunication and reporting abilitiesJudgment, decision-making, and problem-solvingFirst aid and emergency response knowledgeInterpersonal and community-relations skillsAre you ready to serve and protect your community with integrity and professionalism? The City of Tacoma is seeking motivated, community focused Lateral Entry Officers to join the Tacoma Police Department. You will play a crucial part in police work involving the protection of life and property and keeping Tacoma safe.The job classification of Lateral Entry Officer is classified and represented. Lateral Entry Officers perform general duty police work involving the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances, maintenance of order, and prevention and investigation of crimes.Minimum QualificationsMust be currently employed as a law enforcement officer or have been employed as a law enforcement officer in the last 24 months. There may not be more than a 24-month break in serviceMust have 12 or more months of continuous post-commissioned street patrol experienceNon-patrol sworn officer experience, such as jail/corrections/court, military police or dispatch, does not count toward "street patrol experience" in calculating the total months of post-commissioned experienceMust be a citizen of the United States of America or a lawful permanent residentMust be a high school graduate or have a G.E.D.Out-of-state lateral commission must be approved by the Washington State Criminal Justice CommissionLicenses, Certificates and Other RequirementsSuccessful completion of law enforcement academy training approved by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission.Valid Driver's License.Applications will be accepted until December 31, 2026, 5:00 p.m. Applicants must pass all phases both before and after the eligibility list is established, including driving record, credit history, conviction/arrest record, work history, reference check, oral board interview and polygraph examination. Applicants who are eligible for veterans scoring criteria (Veterans Preference) MUST attach a copy of their DD-214 member copy 4 (proof of military discharge form) at time of application to be eligible for review for Veteran's Preference points.This position is covered by a Labor Agreement between the City of Tacoma and Local 6 Tacoma Police Union IUPA. Questions regarding this announcement may be directed to the Human Resources Department at .Compensation & BenefitsPay Details:HOURLY $47.39 - $65.66ANNUALLY $98,571.20 - $136,572.80Employee Benefits | City of TacomaCity of Tacoma's Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionAt the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We're committed to eliminating racial and other disparities, and we actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.The City of Tacoma believes that diversity of thought, background, and experience contributes to our success and innovation. If you're passionate about this role and our mission, we encourage you to apply. If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.The CommunityTacoma is centrally located just 32 miles south of the city of Seattle and 31 miles north of the state capital, Olympia. The City of Tacoma is also home to the Port of Tacoma, which is among the largest container ports in the United States. Like most cities in the northwest, Tacoma is surrounded by beautiful nature, offering residents many opportunities for outdoor adventures.Largely suburban in nature with a small, but dense, urban core, Tacoma is home to numerous institutes of higher learning that attract students from across the country. The University of Washington Tacoma, Pacific Lutheran University, University of Puget Sound, a satellite campus of the Evergreen State College, three community/technical colleges, and several trade and business schools are within Tacoma's geographic area. Downtown's Cultural District is the site of the Washington State History Museum, Museum of Glass, the Tacoma Art Museum, and America's Car Museum.With its affordable housing and distinctive neighborhoods and business districts, the city has been recognized numerous times as a best city to live in the nation. To see a few of the great things Tacoma has to offer, view this YouTube Video!View this exciting video to learn more about the City of Tacoma: AssistanceFor assistance with the application process or questions regarding this job announcement please contact the Human Resources office at by 4:00 p.m. of the closing date of the job announcement.For technical difficulties using the NEOGOV system, call the applicant support line at between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes.Communication with the City of TacomaWe primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from Tacoma.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders.
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tacoma, WA, 98443, US
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