Law Enforcement Officer Position

Eatonville Police Department - Lateral Police Officer

 

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Eatonville Police Department - Lateral Police Officer

Last updated on January 27, 2026
PST Partner Agency since October 19, 2011

Vacancy: 1

Important Information

Eatonville PD is hiring a Lateral Police Officer! In order to apply, click the 'Sign up' button here on the PST website. Submit the order to register for the position. After you have registered, please upload a copy of your resume and references to your PST account. We will review your application in PST and reach out to you with next steps. 

Community Information

Nestled just outside the foothills of Mount Rainier, Eatonville offers that rare combination of close-knit community spirit and natural beauty. With just under 3,000 residents, Eatonville offers small-town charm, a strong sense of community, and easy access to hiking trails, rivers, and parks. Community events, locally owned shops, and top-rated schools make Eatonville a welcoming place to live and work. Learn more about our town at eatonville-wa.gov.

Department Information

The Eatonville Police Department is a progressive and community-focused agency committed to building trust and ensuring safety for all residents and visitors. With a small, dedicated team, officers have the opportunity to make a real difference and see the positive effects of proactive community policing every day. Our department operates with modern equipment, up-to-date training, and the support of town leadership and citizens. We value professionalism, integrity, and compassion—both on and off duty.

Job Description

The Eatonville Police Department is seeking experienced, full-time lateral transfer officer to join our team. As a lateral officer, you’ll step into a role where your skills, judgment, and dedication are appreciated from day one. You’ll be responsible for a broad range of law enforcement duties, including patrol, investigations, traffic enforcement, and community engagement, all with the backdrop of one of Washington’s most scenic communities.

Area Information

County: Pierce
Population: 3,000
# of Staff: 6

Hiring Status

Eatonville Police Department - Lateral Police Officer has 1 vacancy.

Eatonville Police Department is currently hiring for a Lateral Police Officer (Lateral Candidates DO NOT need to take the written exam or PAT). Vacancies are filled by Civil Service "rule of three" with the top three candidates forwarded to the appointing authority for background investigation & selection.

Number of Current Vacancies: 1

Salary Information

Salary Grade 53 Range A-G $7,853 - $9,107 (monthly)

Note: Officers working the night shift shall receive an additional $3.50 per hour as a shift differential in addition to their regular rate of compensation.

Benefit Information

The Association of Washington Cities (AWC) Employee Benefit Trust is the premier local government benefit pool, providing quality, cost-effective benefit and health promotion programs to Washington's cities, towns, and other local government agencies. More information About the Trust can be found here.


Vacation leave: (Accrued vacation leave may be used after 6 months of employment).). Vacation leave initially accrues at the rate of 4.33 hours/pay period increasing with longevity, up to a maximum of 176 hours per year.

Years of Service Hours

0 - 5 104

6 -10 136

11-15 160

16+ 176

Sick leave: (Accrued sick leave may be used after 90 days of employment). Sick leave accrues at the rate of eight (8) hours for each calendar month of service, with a total of 96 hours per year.

Bereavement Leave: Employees are offered up to five (5) days of employer paid bereavement leave upon the death of a family member.

Holidays: Employees receive eleven (11) paid holidays plus two (2) floating holidays observed at the employee’s discretion.

Medical: Two options are available to employees. Regence HealthFirst 250 (Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) health insurance plan offered by Regence BlueShield) or Kaiser Permanente 200 (Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plan with a $200 individual deductible).

DentalWashington Dental Service (Delta Dental) Plan B, a tiered, incentive-based coverage plan, covering 100% preventive care (Class I) and 50% basic/major (Class II/III) at top levels, with an annual maximum (e.g., $1,000).

Life insurance: Employer paid benefit package that includes $40,000 of Basic Life Insurance and $40,000 of Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.

Retirement: The Town of Eatonville’s commissions officers participate in the Law Enforcement Officers’ and Fire Fighters’ Retirement System (LEOFF) Plan 2, a 401(a)-lifetime retirement pension plan.

Social Security and Industrial Insurance: Employees are covered by Social Security and the State Industrial Insurance Act, a "no-fault" program administered by the Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) that provides wage replacement, medical care, and other benefits for workers injured or made ill on the job.

Take-Home Assigned Vehicles: Officers are provided with individually assigned take-home vehicles for both work and commute.

Uniforms: All required uniforms are supplied by the Department. In addition, all officers are allotted an annual boot allowance of $350 toward duty-approved boots.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): The Town offers confidential, no-cost support to employees and their families through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provided by the Association of Washington Cities (AWC). The EAP gives you 24/7 access to mental health professionals, short-term counseling (up to six sessions per issue, per year), and practical resources for everyday challenges. Support also includes legal and financial consultations, help with child or elder care, and a variety of well-being tools and self-help materials.

Eatonville Police Department - Lateral Police Officer Requirements

Category Requirement Required at time of...
    Test Hire
Written Examination No, not required
LEO/CO Physical Ability Test (PAT) No, not required (may be required later)
Minimum Age 21
Citizenship US Citizen
High School Grad/ GED Yes
Driver's License Required Valid Washington State Driver's License
Felony Conviction(s) as an Adult Will be carefully reviewed on a case by case basis.
Felony Conviction(s) as a Juvenile Will be carefully reviewed on a case by case basis
Ability to Read, Speak & Write the English Language Yes
Vision Requirements

20/30orcorrectableto20/20

College Requirement Desired, not required.
Basic Law Enforcement Academy Certification

Lateral officers with at least two or more years’ experience as a commission officer within WA State.

Prior Experience Requirement

Lateral officers with at least two or more years’ experience as a commission officer within WA State.

Eatonville Police Department - Lateral Police Officer Disqualifiers

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.

Category Disqualifier
Driving
Potential

One or more traffic crime convictions in last five (5) years (DWI, Suspended, Reckless, etc.) or more than three (3) moving violations in the past year.

Drug Usage
Automatic

Marijuana use/consumption within the past six (6) months; Use of all other illegal drugs in the last three (3) years; Use of all other illegal drugs must not have exceeded four (4) times total in the past ten (10) years; Use of illegal drugs by needle injection (excluding steroids); Illegal use of steroids within three (3) years; Cultivation, distribution, manufacture, production, transportation of marijuana in the last five (5) years for profit or pattern of criminal behavior; Cultivation, distribution, manufacture, production, transportation of any illegal controlled substance (excluding marijuana) in the last ten (10) years for profit or pattern of criminal behavior.

Prescription drug misuse will be looked at on a case-by-case basis.

Criminal Activity
Automatic

Any adult felony conviction, domestic violence statute conviction, or misdemeanor convictions within three (3) years or other behavior and/or activities indicating a pattern of criminal behavior are considered automatic disqualifiers.

Potential

Juvenile Convictions will be carefully reviewed

Employment
Automatic

Withdrawn from consideration from law enforcement, fire, or corrections employment because of criminal activity or dishonesty; Dishonorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces; Dishonesty or willful omissions during any stage of the hiring process; Falsified any document during hiring process; Previous revocation, denial, or suspension of CJTC/POST certification.

Financial
Potential

Pattern of historical financial negligence.

Contact Information

Eatonville Police Department - Lateral Police Officer

201 Center Street West
Eatonville, WA 98328 Pierce County
360-832-6111

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Agency Test Requirements
Written Examination: No, not required
PAT: No, not required (may be required later)