Lateral Police Officer

Summary

Lateral Police OfficerWest Richland Police Department - West Richland, WA business_center Full-time Salary: $7,485.28 - $9,096.11 Monthly Application Deadline: Nov 20, 2026 Law EnforcementLateral Patrol OfficerAnnual Pay Scale:Probationary Third Class: $89,823.36*Third Class: $93,717.33*Second Class: $97,646.11*First Class: $103,955.54*Senior First Class: $109,153.31**Current contract terms Dec 31, 2026. The City is currently in contract negotiations with the Union and anticipates increased rates effective Jan 1, 2027.Incentive PayEducationBilingualLongevitySWATMetroRequirements:Must be a US citizen or Lawful Permanent ResidentHS Diploma or equivalentValid Washington driver's license (or ability to obtain)Extensive background, polygraph, physical and psychological examLateral applicants will have successfully completed the Basic Law Enforcement Academy (BLEA) and have at least one year experience as a Law Enforcement Officer.Additional requirements may be established by the Civil Service CommissionComprehensive Benefit Package:Medical insurance paid at 100% for employee and 90% for family membersDental and vision paid at 100% for employee and familyHRA Veba monthly contribution: $125/$250/$75088 hours of holiday cashed-out annually plus time and a half on worked holidays4% match into 401 retirement accountTake home vehicleOngoing training and educationWest Richland is a quiet, yet growing bedroom community with a population of 18,800 over 22.7 square miles. WRPD believes in value-based policing and is committed to providing excellence in police services, maintaining and enhancing the safety and quality of life for West Richland residents.Visit www.WestRichland.org to apply

Job Description

Lateral Police OfficerWest Richland Police Department - West Richland, WA business_center Full-time Salary: $7,485.28 - $9,096.11 Monthly Application Deadline: Nov 20, 2026 Law EnforcementLateral Patrol OfficerAnnual Pay Scale:Probationary Third Class: $89,823.36*Third Class: $93,717.33*Second Class: $97,646.11*First Class: $103,955.54*Senior First Class: $109,153.31**Current contract terms Dec 31, 2026. The City is currently in contract negotiations with the Union and anticipates increased rates effective Jan 1, 2027.Incentive PayEducationBilingualLongevitySWATMetroRequirements:Must be a US citizen or Lawful Permanent ResidentHS Diploma or equivalentValid Washington driver's license (or ability to obtain)Extensive background, polygraph, physical and psychological examLateral applicants will have successfully completed the Basic Law Enforcement Academy (BLEA) and have at least one year experience as a Law Enforcement Officer.Additional requirements may be established by the Civil Service CommissionComprehensive Benefit Package:Medical insurance paid at 100% for employee and 90% for family membersDental and vision paid at 100% for employee and familyHRA Veba monthly contribution: $125/$250/$75088 hours of holiday cashed-out annually plus time and a half on worked holidays4% match into 401 retirement accountTake home vehicleOngoing training and educationWest Richland is a quiet, yet growing bedroom community with a population of 18,800 over 22.7 square miles. WRPD believes in value-based policing and is committed to providing excellence in police services, maintaining and enhancing the safety and quality of life for West Richland residents.Visit www.WestRichland.org to apply