Disposition Research Specialist - Police Department - Grant Funded Contract Position

About Our Community:

The City of Tukwila is a unique and exciting city to live, work and visit even though it is just under 10 square miles. With a population of only 22,000 residents, the city sees upwards of 150,000 visitors and workers daily. The residential population is also host to individuals from all over the world with over 80 languages spoken by students of the Tukwila School District making it a truly unique community. 

Tukwila is also home to the largest mall in the Pacific Northwest, headquarters for major national and international corporations, The Museum of Flight, and a thriving hub of popular retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses. 

About the Tukwila Police Department:

The Police Department has 101 FTEs; 77 commissioned and 24 non-commissioned positions. The Tukwila Police Department operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and assists residents and businesses in Tukwila in a variety of ways. To learn more about our Police Department, we encourage you to visit our website www.TukwilaPolice.com. 

OUR MISSION

As an involved part of the Tukwila community, our mission is to provide public safety services that are professional, compassionate and transparent. As individuals and teams, we are committed to earning the public’s trust with skills, professionalism and collaboration.

OUR VISION

Our vision is that all Tukwila neighborhoods and communities feel protected and respected in their times of need.

WE VALUE

• Serving the community so that all members of the public are safe, secure and thriving. As community needs evolve, so will police services.
• Building positive, strong teams within the department and with the community. When we invite a variety of perspectives and experiences, we improve mutual respect and support.
• Being accountable to the community and each other by working with determination, thoroughness, openness, honesty and skill. When we can be transparent about challenges, we can develop lasting solutions.
• Growing in competency and empathy by constantly developing skills and relationships.

About the Position

The Tukwila Police Department has acquired grant funding for a Disposition Research Specialist located in the City of Tukwila Police Department - Police Records Division. 

Incumbent will be researching missing dispositions and then include that data in relevant state and federal files; complete the actions required by orders to vacate and orders to seal records; continue to correct the offender booking information from SCORE; and, digitize, review, organize and archive adult and juvenile Tukwila booking records and case files.

The Disposition Research Specialist is a full-time grant funded limited term position. Grant funding is through September 2025 and may extend year to year base upon budget and business need.

The City of Tukwila is an equal opportunity employer and strives to employ a diverse workforce reflective of the community it serves. Qualified applicants with multicultural experience and backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to submit your application materials to the Tukwila Police Department:

• Fill out the application online. Please include your resume and cover letter. We do not accept incomplete applications. Attached resumes are not accepted as an online application. 
• Submit a one (1) page letter of interest addressing your values and why you are choosing the Tukwila Police Department as a possible place of employment.
• Submit a current chronological resume. 
• Veteran's Preference Points: City of Tukwila follows the guidance given by the State of Washington regarding applying veteran's points. Please attach a copy of your DD214 or NGB Form 22 to your online application if you are eligible to claim these points.

Initial screening will be solely based on contents of the "education" and "work experience" section through Government jobs website. This selection process may include but is not limited to: evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, testing, and interviewing.  

The City of Tukwila is an equal opportunity employer and strives to employ a diverse workforce reflective of the community it serves.  Qualified applicants with multicultural experience and/or backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HumanResources@TukwilaWA.gov

• Review specified correctional facility reports, information, and data for accuracy and completeness;
• Make appropriate corrections to report data, and type and/or enter data into a computer; 
• Establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships at all organizational levels, with partner agencies, and with the public;
• Develop task outlines and/or step-by-step guides as assigned;
• Scan, load, review, maintain and use records in the Department’s Record Management Systems;
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of database information systems pertaining to assigned area; Attention to accuracy and detail;
• Use of office equipment such as copiers, computers, and printers; Basic filing and maintenance techniques;
• Keyboarding at 40 words per minute, and accurate data entry; English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation;
• Communication skills both oral and written, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction;
• Proficiency in use of personal computers and common office software programs (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.);
• Physical ability sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 18 years old;
• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED), and one year of related office experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

This position is subject to a comprehensive background process including: personal background investigation, polygraph exam, psychological evaluation, and a drug screen. Fingerprinting and criminal history check will be required as a part of the background process.

Other Requirements - Automatic Disqualification barring employment in the City of Tukwila PD:

• Any adult felony conviction on current criminal record at time of application;
• Any juvenile felony conviction within the past five years;
• Conviction of any crime of violence, including domestic violence;
• Commission of any sexual offense within the past 10 years;
• Any conviction of a felony crime at any time while employed in any capacity with Law   Enforcement Agency (including volunteer, intern, Explorer, and reserve positions);
• Any theft of property or money within the last five years;
• Any conviction for a sex related crime;
• Ever having to register as a sex offender, regardless of conviction status;
• Any conviction for solicitation of prostitution;
• Any misdemeanor convictions for crimes not specifically stated above will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Drug Use:

• As an adult, convicted of any felony drug crime;
• Have used mushrooms within the last one year;
• Marijuana: excessive use within the past 12 months.  Marijuana use will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis."
• Used hallucinogens (including GHB and ecstasy; excludes mushrooms), cocaine, methamphetamine, or opiates within the last 10 years;
• Usage of any other illegal drug, including steroids and prescription abuse, will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis;
• Have illegally used 4 or more different controlled substances, including marijuana, in the last 10 years;
• Have at any time manufactured, transported or cultivated illegal drugs (including marijuana) for the purpose of sale or distribution;
• Have used any illegal drugs while employed in a criminal justice capacity;
• Have ever obtained or used a prescription drug under false pretenses;
• Have ever, at any time, injected amphetamines, methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin, barbiturates, or valium;
• Have ever illegally used a drug after submitting an application to any Law Enforcement Agency;
• Have ever sold or distributed illegal drugs, including marijuana;
• Any more than two drug convictions for any of the narcotics listed above.

Traffic Record:

• Any criminal traffic conviction within the past 5 years. Violation examples include, but are not limited to: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, negligent driving, or hit and run driving;
• Suspension or revocation of your driver's license (for any traffic violation) within five years of the date of the employment application;
• Any more than two criminal convictions for traffic related offenses. 

Financial Record:

• Any willful failure to pay income tax or court ordered child support is disqualifying;
• A credit check will be conducted regarding your financial history. 

Military Record:

Potential Disqualification:

• Any applicant who maintains an on-going relationship with individuals who are criminals and/or who are reputed to be involved in recent or current criminal activity;
• An applicant's criminal record, including all arrests, prosecutions, deferred prosecutions, "Alford" pleases, and non-conviction information will be thoroughly assessed and may be grounds for disqualification;
• Commission of any crime (non-conviction).

Salary : $35