Police Officer
About The Position
The West Richland Police Department is hiring lateral patrol officers. The department serves West Richland, a growing bedroom community with a population of 18,800 across 22.7 square miles. WRPD follows value-based policing and is committed to providing excellent police services while maintaining and enhancing the safety and quality of life of West Richland residents. The annual lateral patrol pay scale is $89,823.36 for Probationary Third Class, $93,717.33 for Third Class, $97,646.11 for Second Class, $103,955.54 for First Class, and $109,153.31 for Senior First Class. These rates reflect current contract terms through December 31, 2026. The City is negotiating with the Union and anticipates increased rates effective January 1, 2027. Incentive pay is available for education, bilingual skills, longevity, SWAT, and Metro. Applicants must complete the hiring process, which includes a personal history statement, background investigation, polygraph, and physical and psychological examinations. Oral board testing is conducted by Command Staff on a regular basis. Applicants must submit an online application and resume, along with copies of required identification documents. Release of Information forms must be notarized.
Requirements
- Be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Have a valid Washington driver’s license or the ability to obtain one.
- Successfully complete the Basic Law Enforcement Academy (BLEA).
- Have at least one year of experience as a law enforcement officer.
- Complete an extensive background investigation, polygraph, physical examination, and psychological examination.
- Complete and return the required personal history statement; failure to return it results in disqualification.
- Submit photocopies of a driver’s license and Social Security card, and a DD214 if applicable.
- Submit notarized Release of Information forms.
Responsibilities
- Provide police services to the residents of West Richland.
- Help maintain and enhance the safety and quality of life of West Richland residents.
Benefits
- Medical insurance paid at 100% for the employee and 90% for family members.
- Dental and vision insurance paid at 100% for the employee and family.
- Monthly HRA VEBA contribution of $125, $250, or $750.
- Eighty-eight hours of holidays cashed out annually, plus time and a half for holidays worked.
- 4% match into a 401 retirement account.
- Take-home vehicle.
- Ongoing training and education.
- Incentive pay for education, bilingual skills, longevity, SWAT, and Metro.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
