Police Patrol Officer jobs in Tacoma, WA

This is a continuous posting created to establish an eligibility list. Applications are reviewed throughout the year and will be contacted if they are moving forward in the process.

The Police Department enjoys great support from the community and the current administration, which includes the City Administrator, Mayor and Council. The department is comprised of a 32 Commissioned Officers (Police Chief, 2 Assistant Chiefs, 5 Sergeants, 25 Police Officers) and 7.5 Non-Commissioned Officers (2.5 Community Service Officers, 3 Records Clerks, a Confidential Administrative Assistant, and a Child Passenger Safety Manager). In addition, to the regular duties of a Police Officer. the department also offers opportunities for ancillary duties to include, but not limited to: Marine Services Unit, Investigations, Metro Tactical Response Team, Field Training Officer, Specialized Traffic Emphasis, Public Information Officer, School Resource Officer, Metro Collision Response Team, CJTC TAC Officer, Firearms Instructor and other opportunities.

Premium Pay
In addition to the generous wage/benefits package the City offers the following premiums:

• Education: 2.5% for AA/AS, 5% for BA/BS;
• Detective: 5%;
• Field Training Officer: 5%;
• Detective: 5%;
• Hazardous Duty: 2.5%,  Motorcycle 5%;
• Service Based Merit Pay: A compounding service based merit pay program:
  • Step 1: 7 to 10 years - 2% increase
  • Step 2: 10 - 15 years - 3% additional increase
  • Step 3: 15 - 20 years - 4% additional increase

• Maintains current knowledge of applicable local, state and federal laws and the rules, regulations and policies of the Bonney Lake Police Department as set for by the Chief of Police.
• Patrols the area(s) of the City of Bonney Lake to enforce laws, prevent crime, preserve peace and order, and provide public protection to ensure safety and security of individuals and property;
• Initiates and/or responds to calls for service or the scene of any incident requiring police attention; Maintains public peace and order; Submits all required reports in an accurate and timely manner.
• Assists in resolving criminal, non-criminal and civil issues up to and including but not limited to warnings, mediation, reports, referral reports to outside agencies, infractions, citations or arrests.
• Processes complaints, arrests offenders, conducts routine investigations; obtains search warrants, collects and preserve related evidence; interview victims, witnesses, and suspects; Assures that all work is in accord with legal Federal, State and City guidelines, Bonney Lake Police Department Policies & Procedures, and accepted law enforcement practices.
• Develops knowledge regarding streets, landmarks, local activities, known criminals, locations of frequent criminal or hazardous conduct or any other matter of police interest in the community; Participates in crime prevention initiatives.
• Responds to traffic collisions or other medical emergencies and renders necessary first aid/CPR until medically trained responders arrive.
• Properly cares for all City issued equipment assigned by the City to assist in the performance of duties.
• Performs traffic and crowd control functions as necessary; Facilitates traffic flow and safeguard against collisions. 
• Testifies in court proceedings when required by subpoena; Prepares for court testimony by ensuring any physical evidence is present upon request of the prosecuting attorney; Review reports; Familiarizes self with the facts to be able to testify in a knowledgeable manner.
• Uses force as necessary and in accordance with current departmental policy and procedures; Protects self and others from physical harm.
• Transports and books prisoners into detention facilities.
• Report to superior officer any hazardous conditions, equipment problems or matters of intelligence.
• Arrives to work on time for duty hours, dressed in proper uniform, neat appearance, and physically fit for duty.
• Signs, understands and is committed to the Oath of Office.
• Reads, understands and maintains a current copy of the Police Department policy and procedures operations manual. 
• PERIPHERAL DUTIES
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by superiors or as contained in the City policies, Police Department Policies or Civil Service Rules.
• May serve as a member or leader of various City committees.
• Provides backup to related positions, as needed.

• Graduation from a standard high school, vocational school or equivalency; and
• Successful completion of the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Center Basic Law Enforcement Academy after being hired. 

• Considerable knowledge of computers and standard office software; considerable knowledge of local, state and federal laws relating to law enforcement; knowledge of modern police methods and procedures; knowledge of laws of arrest, search and seizure; knowledge of principles of crime and accident investigation; knowledge of basic techniques for crime prevention and criminal investigations; knowledge of identification and preservation of evidence; knowledge of organization and planning; knowledge of geography and street locations; knowledge of first aid principles and applicable procedures.
• Ability to operate police vehicle and other police equipment in all situations; Ability to deal with the public in a courteous, firm and effective manner; Ability to work as an individual or as a team to accomplish a goal or objective; Ability to analyze dangerous situations rapidly and accurately and adopt an appropriate course of action; ability to work and maintain control in stressful, hostile and hazardous situations; Ability to enforce applicable laws; Ability to prepare clear, concise and accurate reports; Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; Ability to effectively communicate with the public and other City employees using the English language; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, elected officials, and citizens; Ability to demonstrate accuracy in working with multiple tasks at the same time; Ability to exhibit good judgment and decision making.
• Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment;
• A key value of the City is customer service. This position requires considerable knowledge, ability and skill in the principles and practices of excellent customer service as practiced in both the private and public sectors.  The position requires the ability to effectively meet and deal with internal customers and the public; the ability to handle stressful situations; the ability to greet and respond to customers in a friendly, pleasant and professional manner using appropriate inflection, grammar and syntax; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the general public; the ability to maintain a professional, courteous, and pleasant demeanor in difficult and stressful situations; the ability to diplomatically deal with and deescalate difficult people and situations.  A willingness to expend extra effort to help the public find answers or information relative to their inquiry or complaint is expected.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for long periods of time, talk and hear, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk, operate a vehicle and assigned equipment. The employee is required to work a variety of shifts.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• WORK ENVIRONMENT
  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. During emergencies, the employee may occasionally work near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and with explosives; may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud in the field and quiet in the office.
• Outdoor exposure will occur, possibly in inclement weather.  

• Professionalism – Being ambassadors of the City by providing expert service delivery.
• Service – Giving helpful assistance or advice to our customers.
• Accountability - Performing the duties of my position in a responsible way.
• Respect – Fairly considering the rights, opinions and ideas of others.
• Integrity – Acting in harmony with the laws and values of the City.
• Teamwork – Working together to best serve the community.