Law Enforcement Officer Position

Issaquah Police Department - Police Officer

 

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Issaquah Police Department - Police Officer

Last updated on March 13, 2024
PST Partner Agency since October 19, 2011

Vacancies: 9

Important Information

Actively recruiting for 6 positions with authority to overhire for anticipated separations.

Test fee will be paid by agency - discount applies at checkout.

Community Information

Issaquah, named Best Burb by Sunset, one of the Best Towns for Families by Family Circle and one of the Best Towns by Outside, is a great place for residents and visitors alike.

Our community of more than 37,000 is conveniently located off the Interstate 90 corridor, just 16 miles east of Seattle.

Issaquah — nicknamed Trailhead City — is centered within the Issaquah Alps (Cougar, Squak and Tiger mountains). It's a destination for countless outdoor enthusiasts, including hikers and paragliders.

In town, Issaquah features a Saturday farmers market, a nationally-recognized theater and a seasonal ArtWalk.

In addition, the historic salmon hatchery and Cougar Mountain Zoological Park attract regional visitors.

Every October, more than 150,000 people also visit Issaquah for the annual Salmon Days.

Department Information

We are a community-oriented department represented by dispatch, jail, police and records personnel who provide outstanding services to Issaquah.

Our Mission is to uphold the public trust by working with all citizens to protect lives and property while sustaining a high quality of life and encouraging individual responsibility.

Our vision is to be a recognized leader in local law enforcement services through professionalism, dedication, innovative solutions and positive changes.

Area Information

County: King
Population: 37,000
# of Staff: 274

Hiring Status

Issaquah Police Department - Police Officer has 9 vacancies.

Actively recruiting for 6 vacancies.  Also anticipating promotional opportunities which may create additional vacancies. 

Salary Information

Salary Schedule:

$90,894 - $119,610* Annually

*Starting salary is negotiable for most entry officers.

*Longevity and Specialty incentives are not shown in this table, as entries will not qualify immediately for these add-ons.

Salary Add-Ons:

Education Incentive Pay

AA/AS 2%

BA/BS 4%

Physical Fitness Incentive Pay

Employee shall be eligible to receive a Physical Fitness Incentive Pay equal to one percent (1%) of their monthly salary (after successful completion of a physical fitness test).

Longevity Incentive Pay

5th year: 3%

10th year: 4.5%

15th year: 5.5%

20th year: 6.5%

25th year: 8%

Specialty Incentive Pay

Detective:5% of monthly rate of pay

Corporal Pay:6.5% of monthly rate of pay

Range Master:2% of monthly rate of pay

Crime Prevention Officer:2% of monthly rate of pay

Traffic Officer:3% of monthly rate of pay

Special Operations Team:1% of monthly rate of pay

Field Training Officer:4% of base hourly rate of pay for hours when training

School ResourceOfficer:2% of monthly rate of pay

Bilingual Incentive Pay: 3% of monthly rate of pay

Benefit Information

Medical- choice of 3 plans (Regence or Kaiser) for employees and eligible family members including low employee premium share. Zero premium share for Employee only coverage or Employees who choose the HDHP with HSA.  In addition, the City funds up to $6,650 annually into an HSA.  

Dental/Orthodontia - choice of 2 plans (Delta and Willamette) for employees and eligible family members with $0 employee premium share.

Vision - Vision Service Plan $0 Copay, 2nd pair plan with $0 employee premium share  

Optional Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

457 Deferred Compensation with up to $100/month Employer match with Employee Contribution

Life and Long Term Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Bereavement Leave

LEOFF Retirement benefits through WA State DRS

Banked Holiday Leave

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

The City is a member of the Social Security System.

Issaquah Police Department - Police Officer Requirements

Category Requirement Required at time of...
    Test Hire
Written Examination Yes, required
LEO/CO Physical Ability Test (PAT) Yes, required

Your physical ability test must be completed 180 days (~6 months) before or after your passing written exam.

Minimum Age 21
US Citizen/Lawful Permanent Resident US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident.
High School Grad/ GED Yes
Driver's License Required Yes
Felony Conviction(s) as an Adult Disqualifying.
Felony Conviction(s) as a Juvenile Disqualifying.
Ability to Read & Write the English Language Yes
Vision Requirements 20/100 corrected to 20/20
College Requirement 2 years of college preferred, not required
Multiple Scores from Same Applicant We consider the highest score received within the past one year

Issaquah Police Department - 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
Automatic 1 or more traffic crime convictions in last 5 years (DWI, Suspended, Reckless, etc)
Automatic Suspension of driver's license within past 5 years
Automatic 3 or more moving violations in past 3 years
Automatic 3 or more at-fault accidents in past 3 years
Drug Usage
Automatic Have used marijuana within the past year.
Automatic Illegal use of ANY controlled substance while employed in a criminal justice capacity
Automatic Illegal opiate use
Automatic Hallucinogen use within past 10 years. No more than 3 uses total
Automatic Illegal use of 3 or more different controlled substances
Automatic No illegal sale of ANY drug, including marijuana.
Automatic Pattern of illegal use of prescription medication
Potential Other drug use outside these standards will be considered on case by case basis
Automatic The use of ANY illegal drugs, except marijuana, within the past 3 years.
Automatic Have ever illegally used a drug after submitting application to any Law Enforcement agency.
Criminal Activity
Automatic Any adult felony conviction
Automatic Any misdemeanor, or felony conviction while employed in a criminal justice capacity
Potential Adult misdemeanor convictions will be carefully reviewed
Potential Juvenile felony conviction will be carefully reviewed
Automatic Been convicted of any crime under a domestic violence statute.
Automatic Unlawful sexual misconduct.
Employment
Automatic Previous revocation or denial of CJTC certified status, or suspension of current CJTC certified status.
Automatic Previous revocation or denial of CJTC certified status, or suspension of current CJTC certified status.
Automatic Previous revocation or denial of CJTC certified status, or suspension of current CJTC certified status.
Automatic Previous revocation or denial of CJTC certified status, or suspension of current CJTC certified status.
Automatic Previous revocation or denial of CJTC certified status, or suspension of current CJTC certified status.
Financial
Automatic Failure to pay income tax or child support
Potential Current credit accounts, or unresolved accounts in collection will be carefully reviewed

Contact Information

Issaquah Police Department - Police Officer

Post Office Box 1307
Issaquah, WA 98027-1307 King County
425-837-3048

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Agency Test Requirements
Written Examination: Yes, required
PAT: Yes, required


Other City of Issaquah positions

Communications Specialist/Dispatcher
Corrections Officer
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