POLICE OFFICER - ENTRY LEVEL

Salary rates above include longevity, education incentive, bilingual premium, detective premium, field training officer premium, SWAT Premium, and school resource officer which employees are not eligible to receive until a date specified by the collective bargaining agreement or assigned by the Police Chief.   Additionally, a K-9 officer shall receive a K-9 stipend of 3.5 hours per week at 48% of Step 5 Police Officer overtime rate.

Provides emergency aid, security and protection to the citizens of Bremerton by patrolling business and residential areas, responding to requests for information and assistance, investigating criminal activity and otherwise ensuring the proper enforcement of laws and regulations.

(Note – This list is intended only to illustrate the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position.)

• Patrols as directed in preventing crime and to enforce federal, state and city laws and regulations.
• Observes, reports, and acts on conditions conducive to crime and danger such as checking buildings for security, assisting other officers on traffic stops and checking suspicious persons and vehicles. Reports traffic hazards and directs traffic flow when necessary.
• Determines the nature of a call, investigates the circumstances, and takes any necessary and prudent action, such as making arrests and transporting prisoners. Searches prisoners, collects personal effects and assures proper safeguarding of personal effects.
• Provides assistance to the public in emergency and non-emergency situations.  Administers first aid and requests medical service.  Performs crisis intervention in sensitive situations such as family disputes.  Provides general information to the public on laws and ordinances.  Assists persons with complaints and inquiries or directs them to the appropriate authorities.
• Prepares a variety of records and reports, such as reports on arrests, property impounded, accidents, offenses, and damage to property; assists in searching, booking, processing and supervising prisoners.
• Performs investigative assignments on serious crimes.  Conducts interviews of victims, witnesses and suspects and submits progress reports on cases under investigation.  Collects and documents evidence and may arrest suspects.
• Appears in court, and is available to testify in matters which the officer has knowledge of.
• Maintains proficiency in the use of police related equipment.
• Prepares and maintains legible, concise and understandable activity logs and other related or similar types of information as a personal reference record of incidents and details.
• May perform special assignments including investigation, crime prevention, traffic control, or K-9.
• May assist in the training of new employees and reserves.
• Checks business and private property for security.  Investigates such conditions as open doors, broken windows, vehicles parked in suspicious places.

Other Duties
 Regular attendance is an essential requirement
 Performs related work as assigned and/or required

Possess a High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED). Must successfully complete Washington State Law Enforcement Training Commission Academy. Washington State Peace Officer Certification must be obtained within one year of hire.  A valid Washington State driver's license with a good driving record is required.  Must be twenty-one (21) years of age at time of hire. Must meet required physical and medical standards and all Civil Service requirements.  Read, speak and write the English language.
Pass a comprehensive background investigation including financial investigation, polygraph and/or truth verification examination, physical fitness/agility test and psychological and medical evaluations.  Must be a citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States of America.

Knowledge of:  

Federal, state, county and city laws, regulations and ordinances as they pertain to law enforcement duties and responsibilities.

Ability to:
Analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective and reasonable course of action, particularly under conditions which are psychologically and emotionally stressful.
Communicate effectively with persons in physical and/or emotional distress.
Administer first aid or perform other lifesaving procedures in accordance with training.
Write clear and accurate reports.
Adapt to and utilize current and new technology, devices, equipment, computers and software.

Skill in:
Use and care of firearms.  Must be able to routinely qualify with and proficiently operate all assigned weapons, including the ability to accurately fire, clear malfunctions, disassemble and clean weapons.
Driving motor vehicles under emergency and non-emergency conditions.
Properly operating and maintaining police issued or assigned equipment.
Observation and the ability to remember names, faces and details of incidents.

To apply for this position all applicants must apply through www.publicsafetytesting.com. This agency will administer the written and physical ability tests. The names of all applicants passing the written and physical tests will be forwarded to the Civil Service Officer. In order to be invited to the Oral Examinations candidates must pass the physical and written test, and then complete a City of Bremerton Application with personal resume.

Effective March 1, 2025, PST will administer a new written examination, the Guardian Selection Inventory (GSI), for all law enforcement and corrections positions. The GSI will replace the current written exam which will no longer be administered after February 28, 2025.

**Only tests scores dated on or after March 1, 2025 will be accepted for this recruitment**

Physical Agility Examination: Using a series of physical exercises applicants' potential strength and ability to perform assignments will be tested (push-ups, sit-ups, squat thrusts.) Failure in any one of the three (3) events will disqualify applicants

Written Examination: the examination will measure the following: deductive reasoning, flexibility of closure, inductive reasoning, information ordering, written comprehension, written expression, non-cognitive traits.

Oral Board Examination: Top qualifying applicants will be invited to participate in the Oral Examination. An examination panel will evaluate applicant's application packet and personal resume and through an Oral Examination assess candidate's knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job.

Placement on the Civil Service register is determined by weighted examination scores as follows:

Written Examination - Passing Score 70% - Weight 40%
Physical Agility Examination - Pass/Fair
Oral Board Examination - Passing Score 70% - Weight 60%

Application materials required after passing the Written and Physical Agility.
Examinations: City application and personal resume.

Applicants can apply online at http://www.ci.bremerton.wa.us/169/Current-Jobs, or application packets may be obtained from the Human Resources Department, Cobweb, or by calling (360) 473-2320.

APPLICANTS SELECTED FOR HIRE MUST SUCCESSFULLY PASS A DRUG AND ALCOHOL TEST, BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION INCLUDING CRIMINAL HISTORY, TRUTH VERIFICATION EXAMINATION, PHYSCIAL EXAMINATION, AND PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAMINATION.

Any applicant who wishes to appeal any part of an examination shall file an appeal in writing with the Civil Service Officer within five (5) working days (Civil Service Rule 9.29A) following administration of the examination.

NOTE TO APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Applicants with disabilities who will need specials accommodation for examination must advise Human Resources no later that one (1) week prior to the scheduled examination so that appropriate arrangements can be made. (360) 473-2320.

LEGAL and REGULATORY EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

Fair Labor Standards Act: The classification is non-exempt under the laws of Fair Labor Standards Act minimum wage and overtime provisions.

Representation: The classification is included in the bargaining unit pursuant to the Recognition Article of the current labor agreement between the City of Bremerton and the Bremerton Police Officer's Guild.

Civil Service: The classification is included in the City's Civil Service System.

Appointment and Removal Authority: The position is filled by appointment by the Department Head. Removal is by action of the Department Head in conformance with Human Resources Policies.

BENEFITS

MEDICAL AND DENTAL INSURANCE
Effective the first of the month following the date of hire, regular employees are eligible for the City's medical and dental insurance plans.

Currently, the City pays the premium for your choice of one of two health insurance plans, Kaiser Permanente or Premera Blue Cross administered by the LEOFF Health and Welfare Trust. To cover dependents you pay 10% of the dependent premium. Dependents may be added when hired, within 30 days of birth or adoption, during the annual open enrollment, or if you have a qualifying event (e.g. marriage, divorce, spouse loss of job or medical coverage). Detailed coverage and rate information is available from Human Resources.

The City provides a dental plan through Washington Dental Service for both you and your dependents at no cost to you. Dependents must be added when you are hired, within 30 days of birth or adoption, or during open enrollment.

STIPEND IN LIEU OF MEDICAL COVERAGE
An employee who waives the right to obtain medical insurance coverage through the City and who provides proof of credible coverage through his/her spouse or other source shall be entitled to receive a stipend as follows:

Employee Only $150.00
Employee & Spouse $300.00
Employee, Spouse & 1 Dependent $350.00
Employee, Spouse & 2 Dependents $400.00
Employee & 1 Dependent $300.00
Employee & 2 Dependents $350.00

Employees shall be required to notify Human Resources, in writing, during open enrollment, of their desire to waive medical coverage, or at any time during the year if a qualifying event occurs which would change their status (e.g. marriage, divorce, spouse loss of job or medical coverage).

RETIREMENT MEDICAL SAVINGS ACCOUNTS
The City contributes thirty dollars ($30.00) per month on behalf of each employee to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) through Voluntary Employee Benefits Association (VEBA) trust.

RETIREMENT
The City provides a comprehensive retirement program through the Law Enforcement Officers' and Fire Fighters' Retirement System (LEOFF). If you have an account established in LEOFF prior to October 1, 1977, Plan 1 would apply. Otherwise, you will be enrolled in Plan 2.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION
You may choose from several plans. The City will match your contribution up to 5.5% of your base monthly wage. You may contribute with a minimum of $30 per month and a maximum annual combined (employer and employee) contribution of $23,500.

LIFE INSURANCE
The City provides life insurance coverage in the amount of $200,000.

For additional benefit information, click here.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is the policy of the City of Bremerton to offer equal employment opportunity to all individuals. The City of Bremerton will administer all actions with respect to employment practices in compliance with federal, state and local laws, and will not discriminate in any employment practice on the basis of age (40 ), sex, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, marital status, military status, or the presence of any physical, mental or sensory disability.

ADA Statement
The City of Bremerton does not discriminate on the basis of disability in programs and activities, which it operates pursuant to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and ADA Amendments Act.  This policy extends to both employment and admission to participation in the programs, services and activities of the City of Bremerton.  Reasonable accommodation for employees or applicants for employment will be provided.

The City of Bremerton is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.

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