Police Officer - Entry Level

About the role

The Bothell Police Department is seeking Entry-Level Police Officers who embody uncompromising integrity, courage, compassion, leadership, and creativity. The position requires dedication and a commitment to making a positive impact in the community.

Responsibilities

• Perform patrol assignments and duties as a regular patrol officer.
• Handle emergencies and make independent judgments.
• Investigate criminal cases and analyze cases.
• Work in various departments including DETECTIVES, CRIME ANALYSIS, HOSTAGE NEGOTIATION TEAM, and TRAINING INSTRUCTORS.
• Work 14 12-hour shifts, alternating between day and night.

Requirements

• United States citizenship or lawful permanent resident.
• Minimum of 21 years old by certification date.
• A high school diploma with an Associate degree in Law Enforcement preferred.
• Satisfactory completion of medical exam and drug screen.
• Valid State of Washington Driver’s License.
• No significant or serious moving violations on driving record.
• Personal record free of crimes or convictions for crimes involving moral character.
• Pass oral, psychological, and polygraph tests.
• Possess a Basic Law Enforcement School Certificate issued by the State of Washington Criminal Justice Training Commission.
• Ability to complete field training.

Qualifications

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Skills

Officers are encouraged to think creatively and "outside the box" and are committed to building relationships and making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Automatic/Potential Disqualifiers: For questions regarding the background check, please email Sergeant David Nelson. The City of Bothell applies veterans preference points and may also apply additional points for Peace Corps services as well as language proficiency skills. The City of Bothell is an equal opportunity employer. For a general listing of City of Bothell's benefits, click on this link: Link to Benefits.

Pay

The salary for 2026 has been included. The anticipated salary for 2026 will include a 2.7% cost of living adjustment (COLA).

Schedule

Patrol officers work 14 12-hour shifts, alternating between day and night, within a 28 day cycle.

Recruitment Process

An application with the City of Bothell is not required at this time. Please visit Public Safety Testing to complete the required testing and choose to share your test scores with City of Bothell. Test scores are reviewed on a regular basis and you will be notified by the Bothell Police Department if you are invited to move forward to an Oral Board.