Police Officer - Lateral

Police Officer

This is a continuous recruitment to establish an eligibility list. We will continue to accept applications throughout the year and will contact applicants when an additional recruitment is required.

The City of Bonney Lake is located in East Pierce County and remains one of the fastest growing cities in the County and Western Washington. With a population just over 21,000 (encompassing 7 square miles), the City provides well balanced opportunities for working, living and play / recreation. Bonney Lake is the perfect place for families and offers affordable housing, many shopping options, trails / parks, several lakes, an active community and great schools! We are the heart of the plateau with sweeping views of Mount Rainier from many vantage points throughout the City.

The Police Department enjoys great support from the community and the current administration, which includes the City Administrator, Mayor and Council. The department is comprised of a 32 Commissioned Officers (Police Chief, 2 Assistant Chiefs, 5 Sergeants, 25 Police Officers) and 7.5 Non-Commissioned Officers (2.5 Community Service Officers, 3 Records Clerks, a Confidential Administrative Assistant, and a Child Passenger Safety Manager). In addition, to the regular duties of a Police Officer, the department also offers opportunities for ancillary duties to include, but not limited to : Marine Services Unit, Investigations, Metro Tactical Response Team, Field Training Officer, Specialized Traffic Emphasis, Public Information Officer, School Resource Officer, Metro Collision Response Team, CJTC TAC Officer, Firearms Instructor and other opportunities.

Premium pay. In addition to the generous wage / benefits package the City offers the following premiums :

• Education : 2.5% for AA / AS, 5% for BA / BS;
• Detective : 5%;
• Field Training Officer : 5%;
• Hazardous Duty : 2.5%, Motorcycle 5%;
• Longevity Pay : A compounding longevity pay program, with credit for Lateral Police Officers from service to a prior agency :
• Step 1 : 7 to 10 years - 2% increase
• Step 2 : 10 - 15 years - 3% additional increase
• Step 3 : 15 - 20 years - 4% additional increase
• Paid Time Off (PTO) bank available.

General purpose. Performs a variety of routine and complex general duty police work involving the protection of life and property; the enforcement of City, State and Federal laws, prevention and investigation of crimes and maintenance of order.

Supervision received : Works under the general supervision of a Bonney Lake Police Sergeant. Supervision exercised : Generally, none; however, an officer may be assigned to work with new members of the department, reserve officers, temporary employees or volunteers as assigned or required. Due to scheduling and seniority, an officer may be the senior officer on duty and may have to be in charge until a supervisor is notified.

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