Police Officer – Lateral

Renton, WA
Renton Polices Department

Salary: $97,909 – $118,991 Annually.

Position Summary:

Perform general duty police work involving the protection of life and property; the enforcement of laws and ordinances; prevention and investigation of crimes and maintenance of order, and positively engage with community members on an assigned shift. Work is performed independently and as part of a team. Tasks are completed with general guidelines and require independent judgment. Contribute to the Department and City’s vision, mission, and goals in the performance of all job duties.

Essential Functions:

  • Contribute to an environment of respect and teamwork.
  • Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by recognizing the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals.
  • Respond to emergency and routine dispatched calls as directed.}Patrol the City on an assigned shift in a police vehicle, on a motorcycle, bicycle, or on foot; patrol business and residential districts occasionally on foot to provide an element of safety by obvious visibility; look for crimes or potential crimes in progress.}
  • Answers 911 calls and complaints involving criminal and noncriminal activities.
  • Administers emergency first aid to injured or incapacitated persons as required.
  • Stop traffic violators, identify suspicious individuals, and take appropriate lawful action; apprehend violators or offenders of the law, sometimes involving a substantial element of personal danger and lawful, reasonable use of physical force.
  • Use de-escalation techniques to increase likelihood of compliance.
  • Utilize and maintain a variety of specialized equipment such as firearms, police vehicles, radios, batons, handcuffs, pepper spray, Conducted Energy Weapon (CEW) breath testing equipment and others according to established procedures; maintain skill and proficiency in driving, the use of firearms, and other issued weapons
  • Enforce all applicable laws.
  • Manage situations professionally with respect for the rights of others.
  • Accountable for actions and dealing with violations of rules, policy, or procedures on an impartial basis.
  • Maintain a high standard of physical fitness.
  • Search for lost or wanted persons.
  • Direct traffic when required.
  • Determine when a lawful search or arrest can or should be attempted; determine when physical force should be used on an individual and the extent of such force as governed by state law or department policy.
  • Develop knowledge about known offenders and correlate reported offenses; recover lost or stolen property; prepare affidavits and search warrants; interview witnesses and suspects; use informants and other investigative aids.
  • Appear in court to present evidence and to testify against persons accused of crimes.
  • Write police and other related reports.
  • Provide assistance and direct citizens to appropriate resources as necessary.
  • Take direction from a police supervisor.
  • Participate in community engagement activities including attend community events and meetings, and conduct business checks
  • Participate in training programs as required.
  • Remain current with legislation, court rulings, department policy, and relevant technological advancements as it relates to assignment.
  • Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
  • Perform related work as required.

Requirements:

  • High school degree or equivalent.
  • Not less than 21 years of age at the time of examination.
  • Ability to read and write the English language.
  • Lawful permanent resident or US citizen.
  • Ability to pass entrance examination successfully and meet the minimum medical and health standards adopted by the Civil Service Commission.
  • Valid Washington State driver’s license by date of hire.
  • Stringent personal background investigation;
    • Polygraph examination.
    • Psychological evaluation.
    • Medical physical, including a drug-screening test.
    • Driving record check.
  • Must be able to qualify for the ACCESS Certification.