Entry-Level Police Officer

Summary

Police OfficerUnder the direction of the Police Department, the Police Officer is responsible for protecting life and property, maintaining public safety, preventing and investigating criminal activity, and enforcing applicable municipal ordinances and state and federal laws. This position serves the Mountlake Terrace community through proactive policing, emergency response, crime prevention, and community engagement while upholding the principles of professionalism, integrity, accountability, and respect for individual rights.Qualifications• Education: High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate.• Driver's License: Possess a valid Washington State driver's license, or obtain one by the time of appointment, and maintain a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance and risk management requirements.• Entry-Level Testing: Successfully complete the required entry-level testing through www.PublicSafetyTesting.com (PST), including achieving a minimum score of 70% on the written examination and passing the physical ability test. Candidates must receive referral from PST to be considered for the City's recruitment process.• Background Eligibility: Meet the background investigation and eligibility requirements established by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) and the City of Mountlake Terrace.

Job Description

Police OfficerUnder the direction of the Police Department, the Police Officer is responsible for protecting life and property, maintaining public safety, preventing and investigating criminal activity, and enforcing applicable municipal ordinances and state and federal laws. This position serves the Mountlake Terrace community through proactive policing, emergency response, crime prevention, and community engagement while upholding the principles of professionalism, integrity, accountability, and respect for individual rights.Qualifications• Education: High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate.• Driver's License: Possess a valid Washington State driver's license, or obtain one by the time of appointment, and maintain a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance and risk management requirements.• Entry-Level Testing: Successfully complete the required entry-level testing through www.PublicSafetyTesting.com (PST), including achieving a minimum score of 70% on the written examination and passing the physical ability test. Candidates must receive referral from PST to be considered for the City's recruitment process.• Background Eligibility: Meet the background investigation and eligibility requirements established by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) and the City of Mountlake Terrace.