Police Officer- Lateral

Mill Creek, WA
Mill Creek Police Department

Salary range: $69,708.00 To 98,103.60 Annually.

Position Summary:

Provides security, protection, emergency aid and other police services to the citizens of Mill Creek by patrolling business and residential areas, responding to requests for information and assistance, traffic control, investigating criminal activity and otherwise ensuring the proper enforcement of laws and regulations.

Essential Functions:

  • Patrol residential and commercial areas of the City to detect criminal activity, to aid in preventing crime and to enforce federal, state, and City laws and regulations. Observe, report and act on conditions conducive to crime and danger.
  • Determine the nature and priority of a call, investigate the circumstances and take any necessary and prudent action such as making arrests and transporting prisoners. Search prisoners, collect personal effects and assure proper receipting and safeguarding of personal effects.
  • Perform investigate assignments on a variety of cases; conduct investigations of suspected illegal activity or follow-up investigations of criminal cases; conduct interviews of victims, witnesses and suspects and submit progress reports on cases under investigation.
  • Collect and document evidence, obtain warrants and may arrest suspects; compile and maintain records and reports of arrests, incidents, property impounded, accidents, offenses and damage to property; prepare and maintain legible, concise and understandable activity logs and other related documentation.
  • Provide general information to the public on laws and ordinances; assist persons with complaints and inquiries or direct them to the appropriate authorities.
  • Provide assistance to the public in emergency and non-emergency situations including: first response to fires within the City; perform first aid CPR when necessary and request additional medical service if needed; perform crisis intervention in sensitive situation such as domestic disputies.

Requirements:

  • 21 years or older at time of appointment.
  • United States citizen.
  • Ability to pass a stringent background investigation.
  • Must meet required physical/medical standards and all Civil Service requirements.
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • A minimum of two years of law enforcement experience and successful completion of probationary period with the Mill Creek Police Department is required for officers to be eligible for special appointments such as Field Trainer, Detective, School Resource, K-9, Traffic Unit, Corporal, etc.
  • Must have and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license and an insurable driving record.
  • Certification from the Washington State Law Enforcement Training Commission or other state-approved certifying agency or the ability to obtain state certification within the first year of employment.
  • This position will require yearly certification, qualification, and/or training on equipment and procedures utilized by the department. Individuals must meet all ongoing certification, qualification, and/or training requirements throughout their employment in this position.
  • Current first aid certification required or ability to obtain within the first year of appointment.