Police Officer - Entry Level - City of Marysville, WA : Job Details

Salary: $6,883.00 MonthlyLocation : Marysville, WAJob Type: Full-time regularJob Number: 00736Department: Police DepartmentOpening Date: 12/28/2023Closing Date: ContinuousPosition Summary Marysville is currently hiring for Police Officers! Prior to applying, all applicants must have:

• COMPLETED and PASSED the written and physical testing withPublic Safety Testing and selected Marysville, WA Police DepartmentWebsite:

Overview of Hiring Process

• Complete and pass Written & Physical tests with
• Complete this online application through City of Marysville website.
• Initial review of the Personal History Statement (PHS), application, and other required documents
• Administrative Interview with Command Staff
• Conditional Offer of Employment
• Background Investigation
• Polygraph Exam
• Psychological Exam and Medical Exam
• Chief's Interview

Recruit Salary: $6,883 / monthSalary following successful completion of Basic Law Enforcement Academy: $7,648/ monthThe purpose of this position is to protect life and property, prevent and suppress crime, apprehend criminals, and enforce laws and ordinances. Work normally involves patrol, investigation, traffic enforcement, resolving complaints, and report writing duties. The City is strongly oriented toward proactive crime prevention activities and supports community based law enforcement practices. Examples of Job DutiesOther duties may be assigned as needed.

Patrols the city to preserve law and order, to prevent and discover the commission of crimes, and to enforce traffic regulations.

Responds to calls for service involving traffic accidents, domestic situations, misdemeanor or felony offenses, and other public disturbances, and takes necessary police action.

Provides assistance to citizens in critical and/or emergency situations where the security of lives and/or property may be endangered.

Investigates complaints of crimes, either as a uniformed officer or a plain clothes detective, including gathering evidence at crime scenes and locating and questioning witnesses.

Prepares and presents records and cases for prosecutions and/or investigation of criminal, civil, and traffic offenses; testifies as a witness in court.

Assists other jurisdictions and agencies in routine law enforcement activities, emergency situations, and as part of undercover investigations involving narcotics, gambling, and other activities.

Trains reserve police officers.

Maintains department and personal equipment in good operating condition.

Maintains firearms proficiency.

Assists with animal control activities.

QualificationsA combination of the experience, education, and training listed below which provides an equivalent background to perform the work of this position. Experience: No previous law enforcement experience required.Education and Training:High school diploma or GED certificate is required.Other Qualifications:

• Must be at least 20 1/2 years of age by date of application.
• Must be able to successfully complete the Washington State Basic Law Enforcement Academy within one year of hire date and subsequent field training programs.
• Must be able to successfully pass the City's Civil Service examination process for Entry Level Police Officer.
• Must be able to successfully pass to City standards an extensive background check, polygraph examination, psychological examination, medical examination (including LEOFF II medical requirements), and drug screening.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony offense.
• Must be a citizen of the United States of America or lawful permanent resident by date of application.
• Must be able to work a variety of scheduled shifts up to twelve (12) hour duration including nights, weekends and holidays.

Licenses or Certificates:

• Must possess, or obtain by the date of hire, a current and valid Washington State driver's license.
• Must possess, or have the ability to possess within six months of hire date, first aid and CPR certifications.
• Must obtain and maintain Peace Officer Certification as mandated by Washington State law.

Work EnvironmentThe physical demands and characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those occurring in the performance of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; run; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift up to 25 pounds on a frequent basis; lift 25 to 75 pounds on an occasional basis; and lift and/or move 75 - 100 pounds rarely or in emergency situations. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, night vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.This position works in an office and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. The employee sometimes works in or near moving traffic and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, or toxic or caustic chemicals, or vicious or otherwise dangerous animals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.This position description generally describes the principal functions of the position and the level of knowledge and skills typically required. It does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and it is subject to change as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.The City of Marysville offers a comprehensive benefit package for regular full-time employees. Regular part-time employees may be eligible for medical and dental coverage; however, they are not eligible for vision coverage. Their spouses and dependents are not eligible for health insurance coverage.(Note: Represented employees may receive some or all of the benefits listed below based on their union contracts. Those employees should consult their union agreements for specific information about their benefits)Insurance Benefits:

• Medical - choice of Premera Blue Cross or Kaiser Permanante.
• Employer pays 100% of employee's monthly premiums and 90% of dependent/qualified domestic partner's premiums.
• Vision
• Dental
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dual Insurance Incentive Program
• Vacation and Holiday Pay
• Sick Leave
• Jury Duty/Military Leave

Investment and Retirement Programs:

• State of Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS)
• 457 Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• HRA/VEBA plan

Voluntary Benefits:

• Optional plans for life insurance, disability, and accident coverage
• Flexible Spending Account Plan
• Direct Deposit
• Credit Union Membership

01 Are you at least 20 1/2 years of age?

• Yes
• No

02 Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED Certificate?

• Yes
• No

03 Have you been convicted of an adult felony offense?

• Yes
• No

04 Are you a citizen of the United States of America or a lawful permanent resident?

• Yes
• No

05 Do you possess, or have the ability to possess within one month of hire date, a Washington State Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

06 Have you ever served in the Military services of the United States?

• Yes
• No

07 If you have served in the Military, do you wish to claim Veteran's Preference?If yes, you MUST attach a copy of your DD Form 214 Member Copy 4, NGB form 22, or their equivalent, or successor discharge paperwork that characterizes your service as honorable. (Note: General Discharge Under Honorable Conditions does not qualify.)

• Yes
• No
• N/A

08 If you answered Yes to the question above, please certify the following (check all that apply):

• As a member of a branch of the armed forces of the United States, including the National Guard and armed forces reserves, I have fulfilled my initial military service obligation.
• As a member of the armed forces reserves, National Guard, or Coast Guard, I have been called into federal service by a presidential select reserve call up for at least 180 cumulative days (not to include training).
• I have been released from active military service and have received an honorable discharge or a discharge for medical reasons with an honorable record.
• I have NOT previously claimed and been appointed to a position using veterans preference.

09 If you are claiming Veterans Preference points, please select one of the following:

• I am claiming 5% preference be added to my passing score. I am a veteran who did not serve during a period of war or in an armed conflict, OR I am receiving military retirement payments.
• I am claiming 10% preference be added to my passing score. I have served during a period of war or in an armed conflict and am NOT receiving military retirement payments.

10 OTHER RELATED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: Briefly list other related experience and training you have received, including any positions you have held as a reserve or provisional police officer and/or military service (include dates of service, name of law enforcement agency/military branch, location, title/rank, and training). 11 Have you completed and passed the written and physical testing with Public Safety Testing, and selected the City of Marysville, WA? If yes, please list date(s). Required Question