Police Officer- Lateral

The MCPD has 23 commissioned Police Officers, One (1) Limited Commission Police Support Officer, and four (4) Support Staff. Our commissioned officers may have opportunities to participate in special assignments and regional teams to help grow their skill sets, including our regional SWAT team as an operator or hostage negotiator, K9 Unit, School Resource Officer, Traffic Officer, Corporal program, and more. We value our Officer’s individual interests and strengths and are always looking for ways to improve our operations, community safety, and community relationships.

The City of Mill Creek participates in the Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT) Social Security Replacement program. Some other benefits include Deferred Compensation, 88 hours of Holiday Bank, 96 hours of Annual Sick Leave, College Incentive, and Longevity Incentive. Patrol officers work 12-hour shifts with alternating weekends off (Pittman schedule).

HOW TO APPLY:

• Application packets will be accepted on a continuing basis.  All applications will be held and a review of applications will occur prior to administration of oral panel evaluation.
• All applicants are required to submit an employment application with attached resume and cover letter.
• A supplemental history questionnaire will be emailed following the completion of your application. 
• Those meeting the requirements for the position will be selected for oral panel evaluations.
• Top scoring candidates will be asked to attend a command interview.
• All portions of the process are designed to sample and measure the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities.  
• Additional screening prior to appointment to these positions includes an employment and general background investigation, as well as medical, drug testing, psychological, and polygraph examinations.
• THOSE APPLICANTS CLAIMING VETERANS’ PREFERENCE MUST SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR DD214 FORM WITH THE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS 

• 21 years or older at time of appointment.
• United States citizen.
• Ability to pass a stringent background investigation.
• Must meet required physical/medical standards and all Civil Service requirements.
• Must meet one of the four Civil Service Rules criteria for Lateral Entry described below.
  • a. The term "lateral entry" means an applicant who:

    (i) Has worked for at least 12 months as a full-time, general authority Washington peace officer, as defined by Washington state law, within the last 24 months and is currently certified by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission as a fully commissioned Peace Officer; or

    (ii) Has worked for at least 12 months as a full-time, fully commissioned police officer within the last 24 months for a city, county, or state law enforcement agency outside of the State of Washington; or

    (iii) Has worked for at least 12 months as a full-time, commissioned tribal law enforcement officer within the last 24 months for a tribal law enforcement department in Washington State and is currently certified by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission as a Tribal Law Enforcement Officer; or

    (iv) Is currently employed with the City of Mill Creek as a Police Support Officer ("PSO"), has been in that position for the last 24 continuous months, and meets the requirements of state and local law for the position of police officer.

    b. Minimum qualification standards consist of that referenced in (a) above, plus any other standards deemed appropriate for the position by the appointing authority.

Experience and Education/Training:

• High school diploma or GED.
• A minimum of two years of law enforcement experience and successful completion of probationary period with the Mill Creek Police Department is required for officers to be eligible for special appointments such as Field Trainer, Detective, School Resource, K-9, Traffic Unit, Corporal, etc.

Licenses/Certifications Required:

• Must have and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license and an insurable driving record.
• Certification from the Washington State Law Enforcement Training Commission or other state-approved certifying agency or the ability to obtain state certification within the first year of employment.
• Note: this position will require yearly certification, qualification, and/or training on equipment and procedures utilized by the department. Individuals must meet all ongoing certification, qualification, and/or training requirements throughout their employment in this position.
• Current first aid certification required or ability to obtain within the first year of appointment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

The City of Mill Creek provides a tobacco-free environment for its employees; smoking/tobacco use is prohibited in City facilities and vehicles.