Classification: Entry-Level Police Officer

KENNEWICK, CITY OF 210 W. 6TH AVENUE KENNEWICK, WASHINGTON 99336 Updated: November 04, 2015

The City of Kennewick currently has 4 openings for Police Officer. There will be additional 4-6 openings after January 1, 2016. We anticipate conducting an oral board in early January 2016. To be considered for the oral board, the written tests and PAT must be completed by December 31, 2015.

Salary Information: $5,896 - $6,890/Month (DOQ)

Career Development Program: Police Officer First Class: $7062 Senior Police Officer: $7303 Master Police Officer: $7578

Benefit Information: Union Affiliation: Kennewick Police Officers Benefit Association, Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Annual Leave, Bereavement Leave, Deferred Compensation 457 Plan (with current 5% City contribution), Life Insurance, State Law Enforcement Officers and Fire Fighters (LEOFF 2) Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Plan, Flex-Plan program.

Department Information: The Kennewick Police Department is a high energy, progressive organization whose motto is, “Committed to Your Safety”. By implementing community oriented policing programs and working with the other city municipal departments our collective vision is, “One Team – One Future.” Our commitment to the citizens who live, work, and play in Kennewick to continue with the work of ”Leading the Way.” Our population is approximately 77,000 and growing daily. Kennewick is the retail-shopping hub for southeastern Washington and northeastern Oregon. We provide affordable housing and support services for the Hanford Nuclear Reservation, its many diverse contractors, employees, and their families. We are an agency of 125 employees with an authorized commissioned strength of 105 Officers. We have four divisions – the Patrol Division, the Criminal Investigations Division, the Special Services Division, and Administrative Services Division.

City Information: The City of Kennewick is the largest of the Tri-Cities located in beautiful southeastern Washington State. A thriving city, Kennewick continues to be at the forefront for state-wide growth in almost every way. The retail hub for southeastern Washington, the city benefits from a talented labor pool, steady job market and low cost of living. With over 300 days of sunshine each year, Kennewick has also become a major tourist attraction. Nestled in the heart of Washington wine country, Kennewick boasts over 160 wineries within a 50 mile radius. Kennewick’s location along the Columbia River provides a variety of recreational activities including world-class fishing, birding, bike trails and parks. Job Requirements

Age: 21 US Citizen: Yes High School Grad/GED: Yes Valid WASHINGTON State Driver's License: Valid Washington State Driver's License upon hire. Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes Vision: 20/100 uncorrected and correctable to 20/20 in each eye. College:No minimum college education requirement. Academy Certification: Not required for entry-level applicants.

Prior Experience:None

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