Entry Level Police Officer

Mercer Island, WA
Mercer Island Police Department

Salary: $88,483.20 – $132,454.40 Annually.

Position Summary:

The Police Officer performs work involving the protection of life and property, the enforcement of laws and ordinances, investigation of crimes, and maintains civil order. Police Officers appear in court to present evidence and to testify against persons accused of crimes, apprehend violators of the law, perform security and traffic control, respond to, and investigate citizen complaints, and provide services to citizens in need.

Essential Functions:

  • Aids the public in emergency and non-emergency situations.
  • Administers First Aid/CPR and requests for medical assistance.
  • Performs crisis intervention in sensitive situations such as family disputes.
  • Provides general information to the public on laws and ordinances.
  • Assists persons with complaints and inquiries or directs them to the appropriate authorities.
  • Performs patrols to aid in preventing crime and to enforce federal, state and City laws and regulations.
  • Observes, reports, and takes an enforcement role when necessary. Conducts and provides officer assistance with building searches, traffic stops and contacting suspicious persons and vehicles.
  • Monitors businesses for liquor law violations.
  • Reports traffic hazards and directs traffic flow when necessary.
  • Disperses unruly crowds at gatherings.
  • Determines the nature of a call, investigates the circumstances, and takes any necessary and prudent action, such as making arrests and transporting prisoners.
  • Conducts prisoner searches, collects personal effects, and ensures proper receipting and safeguarding of personal effects.
  • Prepares a variety of records and reports, to include case reports, arrest reports, property and evidence reports and accident reports.
  • Conducts interviews with victims, witnesses, and suspects and submits follow-up reports on cases under investigation. Collects and documents evidence.
  • Appears in court and is available to testify in matters of which the officer has knowledge.
  • Maintains proficiency in the use of police related equipment. Attends conferences and training courses to maintain efficiency.
  • Prepares and maintains legible, concise, and understandable activity logs and other related or similar types of information as personal reference records of incidents.
  • May assist in the training of new officers.
  • Maintains department equipment and vehicles.
  • Assists motorists by calling for repair, service, or giving directions as a community relations function.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of written examination.
  • Must have a high school diploma or GED.
  • Must be able to pass a background investigation, a psychological exam, and a medical exam.
  • Must be a United States citizen or lawful permanent resident who can read and write the English language (RCW 41.12.070).
  • Valid WA State Driver’s License with a driving record free from frequent or serious violations. A three (3) year driving record abstract must be submitted prior to hire
  • Completion of NIMS ICS-100, 200, and 700 within first year of employment.
  • Completion of First Aid/CPR certification within first year of employment.