- Who possess a valid and current peace officer certificate from a state training commission that is recognized by the State of Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission,
- Who has at least two consecutive (2) years of police experience, with no more than six months break in service from when you left your last police position to the time of submitting your application with the Bellevue Police Department.
- Patrols a designated area of the city in a radio-equipped vehicle, on a motorcycle, or on foot to preserve law and order, prevent or discover the commission of crime, and enforce motor vehicle regulations.
- Answers calls and complaints involving emergencies, automobile accidents, criminal complaints, and other misdemeanors and felonies.
- Conducts investigations, gathers evidence, obtains witnesses, makes arrests, and transports suspects.
- Interviews persons with complaints and inquiries and attempts to make the proper disposition or direct them to proper authorities.
- Acts as jailer or bailiff; serves warrants when assigned.
- Gives information to the public regarding laws and ordinances.
- Appears in court, gives testimony, and presents evidence as necessary.
- Administers first aid in emergency situations.
- Prepares detailed written reports of investigations.
- Performs related work as required.
- Supervision Received and Exercised:
- Employees must be able to act without direct supervision and to exercise discretion in meeting emergencies.
- Assignments and instructions are received from superior officers who review work methods and results, monitor activities, and evaluate accomplishments through personal interview, personal inspection, and review of written reports covering assigned activities.
- Who possess a valid and current peace officer certificate from a state training commission that is recognized by the State of Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission, and
- Has at least two consecutive (2) years of police experience, with no more than six months break in service from when you left your last police position to the time of submitting your application with the Bellevue Police Department.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- Be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Ability to fluently read and write the English language.
- Must have a valid Washington State Driver's License prior to being hired.
- Successfully pass a background investigation that includes a complete criminal records check, a polygraph examination, and a psychological examination.
- Satisfactorily complete a medical examination per the Public Safety Civil Service Commission standards.
- Provide verifiable documentation that soft contacts have been worn regularly for at least one (1) year prior to application.
- Meets minimum vision acuity standards with soft contact lenses, and
- There are no indications of corneal damage, or conditions of the eye which might require discontinuation of soft contact use.
- Successful lateral candidates may be eligible for $16,000.00 hiring bonus.
- Successful lateral candidates may be eligible for moving expenses for up to $7,500 for documented moving expenses if relocating from Out-of-State.
- Education incentive
- 4% premium pay for 10 specialty job assignments.
- Workout while on duty (three hours per week)
- Comprehensive Quartermaster program that supplies equipment, uniform, and weapons
- Generous professional development and training opportunities (Over 140 hours / year)
- Tuition reimbursement program for bachelor's degree in an approved field of study.
- Any use of heroin,
- Any possession or use of GHB or any other "date rape" drug, including giving it to others,
- Any use of any illegal drug within three years of application* (Excludes marijuana)
- Misuse of Prescription drugs will be reviewed on a case by case basis.
- Any use of illegal drugs or marijuana since applying* to, or while employed by, any law enforcement agency (including military police agencies). Please note that while some states have decriminalized marijuana, it is still federally illegal and police officers are expected to adhere to all laws and regulations, on and off duty.
- Any prescription forgery, prosecuted, undetected or otherwise, within five years of application*
- Any participation in, or allowing of, the manufacture, selling, offering to sell, cultivation, warehousing, distribution, holding or transporting for another, transporting for sale, or financing of any illegal drugs/narcotics within five years of application*, including extraction and concentration of THC oils from marijuana for the production of "honey", "wax", "dabs" or any other THC concentrate,
- Any distribution of illegal drugs or illegal distribution of marijuana since applying* to, or while employed by, any law enforcement agency (including military police agencies).
- Any adult felony conviction.
- Any juvenile felony conviction within the past five years.
- Any felony conviction while employed in a criminal justice capacity (including employee, volunteer, intern, and reserve positions).
- Any single theft of property or money in excess of $100 value within the past five years.
- Commission of a felony crime (non-conviction
•Applicant has criminal proceedings pending or is under investigation for a crime.
•Applicant has been involved in significant misdemeanor activity.
•Applicant's history shows a pattern of thefts.
•Commission of any crime of violence, including domestic violence. - Commission of any sexual offense within the past five years.
- Answer the Questions when requested and can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
- We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage, unless otherwise stated in the job description.
- Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references.
- All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
- All positions the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
- Some positions may require completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment
- Some positions may require obtaining a commercial driver's license (CDL), licensures, or additional certifications.
- Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS): Mandatory participation (PERS, LEOFF or PSERS), depending upon eligibility.
- City of Bellevue Municipal Employee's Benefit Trust (MEBT): Optional participation in this 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match contributions that vest on a 3-year schedule.
- Deferred Compensation Program (457 DCP): Optional participation in the supplemental Deferred Compensation Program also administered by DRS that allows tax-deferred savings into a variety of investments options.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Long Term Disability (LTD)
- Survivor Income
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 11 observed holidays per year plus 2 additional personal holidays, vacation (standard accrual of 12 days a year), and sick leave (accumulated at the rate of one day per month)
- An ORCA Card bus pass
- On-site fitness center, and self service food/coffee options
- Career development and training programs
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
- I believe I meet this standard:
- I believe I do not meet this standard:
- I am not certain if I meet this standard:
- I believe I meet this standard
- I believe I do not meet this standard
- I am not certain if I meet this standard
- I understand and do not believe I have any potential disqualifier
- I understand and believe I have potential disqualifier(s)
- I understand and am not certain if I have potential disqualifier(s)
- Yes
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Salary : $95, $122,755.89 AnnuallyLocation : Bellevue, WA
Job Type: Regular
Job Number:
Department: Police
Division: PD Operations Patrol Squads
Opening Date: 01/08/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Come Join the City of Bellevue
Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the "Hiring Process" section below to learn more.
Job Summary
The City of Bellevue Police Department has an exciting opportunity for Experienced Police Officers who have a passion for community service and are looking for a new opportunity to serve the City of Bellevue. Take a look at what our department is about at:
Our Mission - To provide a safe place to live, work, and visit through quality law enforcement practices delivered by dedicated professionals. We focus our efforts and resources to Reduce Crime, Reduce the Fear of Crime, and Enhance the Quality of Life for all who call Bellevue home.
Our Guiding Principles - Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Service
We support the mission of city government by consistently contributing to our community's reputation as a safe and vibrant place to live, work and visit.
An experienced (lateral) police officer is defined as a Police Officer:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Applicant must meet the following requirement to be considered for exceptional officer position:
In addition to the benefits overview on the second tab, Police Officers are also eligible for the following benefits:
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.CategoryDisqualifierDrivingAutomaticAny DUI conviction within the past 5 years. Any other criminal traffic violation within the past 2 years.
Examples include: Reckless Driving, Negligent Driving, or Hit & Run Driving.AutomaticSuspension or revocation of your driver's license (for any traffic violation) within 1 year of the date of employment application.PotentialApplicant's driving record shows a continuing and/or recent pattern of poor decision making.Drug UsageDrug Use: The City of Bellevue is a Drug Free Workplace.
The use of illegal drugs referred to in this acknowledgement means the use of drugs which are unlawful under the provisions of the Uniform Controlled Substances Act in this state or its equivalent in any other jurisdiction. (Misuse of Prescription drugs will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.) Simple possession of most of the following substances will be considered on a case-by-case basis and may be grounds for disqualification. Note that any use or abuse of drugs may be grounds for disqualification or contribute to rejection during the background investigation; these are merely the automatic disqualifiers. Please call the Personnel Services Unit before applying if you are unsure if the standard applies to you.
AutomaticIllegal opiate use:
Automatic
HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible.
Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at or If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.
The City of Bellevue participates in the E-Verify program. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at
** Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.**
The City of Bellevue offers employees a comprehensive benefits package providing choice, flexibility, and value
Please Note: Seasonal, part-time, and variable employees are not eligible for the below benefits except for mandatory participation in the retirement plan assigned to the position, which will be the Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT 2) retirement plan or the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement plan and any other benefits as required by law.
The following summary applies to fully benefited positions:
Medical
Employees are offered a choice of medical coverage through the City's self-insured Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan or Kaiser Permanente (HMO).
Dental
Employees are offered a choice of two dental carriers with plans that offer regular checkups, x-rays, fillings, and crowns. Orthodontia is available through one of the carriers.
Vision
Employees are offered a choice of vision coverage through an annual exam-only plan or a buy-up plan which includes an annual eye exam and hardware coverage.
Retirement Plans - Employees are offered three retirement plans:
More detailed information about our employee benefits is available at
Please note that the City does not participate in the Social Security Administration (SSA) program, and employees do not earn social security credits. The mandatory DRS retirement pension plan provides the required social security replacement plan. Any social security benefits earned at other places of employment may be reduced because they are subject to the Windfall Elimination Provision or the Government Pension Offset.
NOTE: This is a brief summary of the benefit programs for the City's non-represented employees. Every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. Benefits for employees represented by a may have different benefits. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a CBA, the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
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The following standards apply to all candidates for Police Officer: Honesty / Integrity Honesty and Integrity are essential traits for a successful career in Law Enforcement. Any false statements, lack of candor, cheating, or failure to fully divulge requested information may result in immediate disqualification from the hiring process. PART 1 - Minimum Requirements
•For purposes of this program; an experienced (lateral) officer would be defined as a Police Officer: who possess a valid and current peace officer certificate from a state training commission that is recognized by the State of Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission who has at least two consecutive (2) years of duty while employed as a full time general purpose law enforcement officer.
•A six month lapse of service at the time of application is allowed. (If prior service was outside of WA State out of state officers must enroll in and pass an equivalency academy within the first year of employment (on normal duty time).
•Be at least 21 years of age.
•Be a US citizen or lawful permanent US resident with the ability to read and write the English language.
•Obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License prior to being hired.
•Successfully pass a background investigation that includes a complete criminal records check, a polygraph examination, and a psychological examination.
•Satisfactorily complete a medical examination per the Public Safety Civil Service Commission standards. Vision Requirement: Applicant must have normal color vision. Applicant must have vision correctable to 20/20 in the better eye and 20/30 in the lesser eye. Applicants wearing eyeglasses or hard contacts must have uncorrected vision no worse than 20/200 in each eye. Applicants wearing soft contacts must be able to:
•Provide verifiable documentation that soft contacts have been worn regularly for at least one (1) year prior to application
•Meets minimum vision acuity standards with soft contact lenses, and
•There are no indications of corneal damage, or conditions of the eye which might require discontinuation of soft contact use.Body Decoration : Visible body decorations such as: tattoos, brands, body art, a wedding band tattoo is allowed.
PART 2 - Automatic Disqualifiers Drug Use The use of illegal drugs and the illegal use of prescription or otherwise legal drugs referred to in this acknowledgement means the use of drugs which are unlawful under the provisions of the Uniform Controlled Substances Act in this state or its equivalent in any other jurisdiction. Simple possession of most of the following substances will be considered on a case by case basis and may be grounds for disqualification. Note that any use or abuse of drugs may be grounds for disqualification or contribute to rejection during the background investigation; these are merely the automatic disqualifiers. Please call the Personnel Services Unit before applying if you are unsure if the standard applies to you. The City of Bellevue is a Drug Free Workplace. The following drug involvement will be disqualifying:Usage:
•Any use of heroin,
•Any possession or use of GHB or any other "date rape" drug, including giving it to others,
•Any use of any illegal drug, or illegal use of prescription drugs, within three years of application* (Excludes marijuana which is addressed below),
•Any use of marijuana, including legal marijuana derivatives, bi-products or concentrates, within 12 months of application.* Please note that while some states have decriminalized marijuana, it is still federally illegal and police officers are expected to adhere to all laws and regulations, on and off duty,
•Any use of illegal drugs or marijuana since applying* to, or while employed by, any law enforcement agency (including military police agencies), Distribution/Manufacturing/Sales:
•Any participation in, or allowing of, the manufacture, selling, offering to sell, cultivation, warehousing, distribution, holding or transporting for another, transporting for sale, or financing of any illegal drugs/narcotics within five years of application*, including extraction and concentration of THC oils from marijuana for the production of "honey", "wax"
PART 3 - Potential DisqualifiersCriminal Relationships: Applicant maintains an on-going relationship with individuals who have been convicted of felony crimes and/or who are reputed to be involved in recent or current felonious activity.Criminal Violations: An applicant's criminal record, including all arrests, prosecutions, deferred prosecutions, "Alford" pleas, and non-conviction information will be thoroughly assessed and may be grounds for disqualification.Potential Disqualifiers include:
•Commission of a felony crime (non-conviction)
•Applicant has criminal proceedings pending or is under investigation for a crime.
•Applicant has been involved in significant misdemeanor activity.
•Applicant's history shows a pattern of thefts.Driving Record Applicant's driving record shows a continuing and/or recent pattern of poor decision making.Employment Record: An applicant's employment history, including a pattern of unexcused absences, discipline, any terminations, or leaving an employer in lieu of termination, will be thoroughly assessed and may be grounds for disqualification. Financial Record :An applicant's financial history, including excessive credit card debt or unresolved accounts in collection will be thoroughly assessed and may be grounds for disqualification. Military Experience: Must have been discharged from the Military under honorable conditions.
PART 4 - CertificationI have carefully reviewed and completed the above questions. All answers are true and correct.