Law Enforcement Officer Position

Snoqualmie Police Department - Lateral Police Officer

 

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Snoqualmie Police Department - Lateral Police Officer

Last updated on September 26, 2024
PST Partner Agency since February 22, 2021

Vacancies: 2

Community Information

The City of Snoqualmie also provides police services to the City of North Bend since 2014. Officers find our patrol schedule (5 on, 5 off, 5 on, 4 off) appealing. In addition, we have our own underground 6 lane shooting range. Internal specialties include detectives and school resource officer. We are also a member of the Coalition of Small Cities and Major Crimes Task Force, both of which provide opportunities for personal development as an officer.

Our communities of Snoqualmie and North Bend are renown for their outstanding scenery, boundless recreation, thriving culture, environmental sustainability, native beginnings, and pioneer history. Known for the natural wonder of Snoqualmie Falls, this town is a destination for travelers worldwide. Snoqualmie is officially recognized as Home of the Boeing Classic, draws a pilgrimage of Twin Peaks fans, and is recipient of many quality-of-life awards.

Area Information

County: King
Population: 22,000
# of Staff: 29

Hiring Status

Snoqualmie Police Department - Lateral Police Officer has 2 vacancies.

The eligibility list is a continuous listing and maintained as scores are received from PST with oral board interviews conducted on an as-needed basis. Vacancies are filled by Civil Service "rule of five" with the top five candidates forwarded to the appointing authority for background investigation & selection as vacancies occur.



Salary Information

Wage: $39.53 - $52.84/hour, DOE, plus benefits


Benefit Information

100% city paid medical, dental, orthodontia and vision insurance premiums for employees and dependents

city funded HRA card ($3500 employee / $7000 employee +)

Membership in the LEOFF2 Retirement System

Deferred compensation investment plan with up to $200 a month match by City of Snoqualmie ($100/month without any match)

Employee assistance program

City of Snoqualmie Wellness program

Educational incentive, 2% of base wage for AA, and 4% of base wage for BA, for approved fields of study

Longevity/retention pay

$300,000 life insurance

80 hours vacation per year starting (increases with longevity)

Current work schedule: 5 days on, 5 days off, 5 days on, 4 days off ; Starting January 2025 4 days on, 4 days off, 12 hour shifts

Snoqualmie Police Department - Lateral Police Officer Requirements

Category Requirement Required at time of...
    Test Hire
Written Examination No, not required
LEO/CO Physical Ability Test (PAT) No, not required (may be required later)
PST Personal History Statement Yes, required within 7 days of passing required exam(s)  
Minimum Age 21
Citizenship US Citizen / Lawful Permanent Resident / DACA-Recipient
High School Grad/ GED Yes
Driver's License Required Valid Washington State Driver's License
Felony Conviction(s) as an Adult None.
Felony Conviction(s) as a Juvenile None.
Ability to Read, Speak & Write the English Language Yes
Vision Requirements Correctable to 20/20
Basic Law Enforcement Academy Certification Yes
Prior Experience Requirement Off probation status
Other
Multiple Scores from Same Applicant We consider all the scores from the same applicant

Snoqualmie Police Department - Lateral Police Officer Disqualifiers

The following are automatic and potential disqualifiers. Applicants should not apply to our agency if they indicate any of the automatic disqualifiers. Potential disqualifiers will be considered on a case by case basis.

Category Disqualifier
Driving
Automatic 1 or more traffic crime convictions in last 5 years (DWI, Suspended, Reckless, etc.).
Automatic Suspension of driver's license within past 5 years.
Potential 2 or more moving violations in past 2 years.
Potential 1 or more at-fault accidents in past 2 years.
Drug Usage
Automatic Pattern of illegal use of prescription medication.
Automatic Any marijuana usage within past 6 months. 
Automatic Illegal use of ANY controlled substance while employed in a criminal justice capacity
Automatic Illegal drug substance usage within past 5 year(s).
Automatic Illegal use of ANY controlled substance while employed in a criminal justice capacity.
Automatic Illegal opiate use.
Automatic Hallucinogen use within past 7 years. No more than 2 uses total.
Automatic Illegal use of 3 or more different controlled substances.
Potential Other drug use outside these standards will be considered on case by case basis.
Potential Illegal sale of ANY drug.
Criminal Activity
Automatic Any adult felony conviction.
Automatic Any misdemeanor, or felony conviction while employed in a criminal justice capacity.
Potential Adult misdemeanor convictions will be carefully reviewed.
Automatic Been convicted of any crime under a domestic violence statue.
Automatic Unlawful sexual misconduct.
Employment
Automatic 2 or more terminations, or leaving employer in lieu of termination.
Automatic Been dishonorably discharged from the United States armed forces.
Automatic Lied during any stage of the hiring process.
Automatic Falsified his or her application, personal history questionnaire, or any other forms during hiring process.
Automatic Previous revocation or denial of CJTC certified status, or suspension of current CJTC certified status.
Financial
Automatic Failure to pay income tax or child support.
Potential Current credit accounts, or unresolved accounts in collection will be carefully reviewed.

Contact Information

Snoqualmie Police Department - Lateral Police Officer

34825 SE Douglas Street
Snoqualmie, WA 98065 King County
425-888-3333

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Agency Test Requirements
Written Examination: No, not required
PAT: No, not required (may be required later)

PST Personal History Statement: Yes, required within 7 days of passing required exam(s)


Other City of Snoqualmie positions

Police Officer
Lateral School Resource Officer