Police Officer; Entry

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 23,450 (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 33 Commissioned Officers (Police Chief, 2 Assistant Chiefs, 7 Sergeants, 23 Police Officers) and 8 Non-Commissioned Officers (3 Community Service Officers, 3 Records Clerks, an Executive 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.

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%;
• Detective: 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.

Perform 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, and positively engage with community members on an assigned work shift. Work is performed independently and as part of a team. Tasks are completed with general guidelines and require some independent judgment.

Contribute to the City’s and department’s vision, mission, and goals in the performance of all job duties.

Reports To:

Police Sergeant
Supervises:
None

• Maintain current knowledge of applicable local, state and federal laws and the rules, regulations and policies of the Bonney Lake Police Department as set forth by the Chief of Police.
• Patrol the City to enforce laws, prevent crime, preserve peace and order, and provide public protection to ensure safety and security of individuals and property.
• Initiate and/or respond to calls for service or the scene of any incident requiring police attention;
  Submits all required reports in an accurate and timely manner.
• Assist in resolving criminal, non-criminal and civil issues up to and including but not limited to warnings, mediation, reports, referral reports to outside agencies, infractions, citations and/or arrests.
• Process complaints, arrest offenders, conduct routine investigations; obtain search warrants, collect and preserve related evidence; interview victims, witnesses, and suspects.
• Ensures all work is in accordance with Federal, State and City legal guidelines, Bonney Lake Police…