Police Officer - Exceptional Entry at Port of Seattle

SeaTac, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patrolling, Law Enforcement, Emergency Response, Arrest, Citation Issuance, Traffic Control, Investigation, Report Writing, Court Testimony, Community Engagement, Equity Application, Leadership, Communication, Problem Solving, Policy Application

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Information Sessions – Learn More! Get to know our department and hiring process by attending one of our upcoming information sessions. Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00 PM To receive an invite, email: tell.c@portseattle.org Oral Boards: Selected candidates will be invited to an interview on any of the following dates: Friday, January 30, 2026 Friday, February 3, 2026 Friday, February 13, 2026 Friday, February 20, 2026 Friday, February 27, 2026 Some of what you’ll be doing: You will patrol assigned areas to prevent, deter, and detect criminal activity. You will enforce local, state, and federal laws, ordinances, and Port regulations. You will respond to emergency calls and citizen requests for assistance with professionalism and urgency. You will detain and/or arrest individuals suspected of committing crimes. You will issue citations, manage traffic control, investigate vehicle collisions, and assist motorists and pedestrians as needed. You will conduct thorough investigations, prepare detailed reports, and provide testimony in court. You will engage with tenants, residents, businesses, and community members to build trust and maintain public safety. Minimum Qualifications: All of the following requirements must be met at the time of application: At least 21 years of age U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, or Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipient Able to speak, read, and write the English language Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate Valid Washington State Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain one. Law Enforcement Experience Requirements (One of the following must also apply): In addition to the minimum qualifications above, you must meet one of the following law enforcement experience criteria: You currently hold a Law Enforcement Certification, have less than 2 years (24 consecutive months) of experience as a full-time paid commissioned officer, and have had no more than a 2-year(24-month) break in service OR You are a Lateral Police Officer with at least 24 months of experience as a full-time paid commissioned officer, and have had a break in service of more than 2 years (24 months) but no more than 3 years (36 months) OR You are a Special Agent with the Washington State Gambling Commission, Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board, and/or the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife, you may be eligible to apply as a lateral officer Note: The following roles are not eligible for exceptional entry or lateral consideration: Federal law enforcement officers or agents Correctional officers Military police officers You may be considered for exceptional entry level police officer approval upon review and authorization by the Police Chief or Designee. What Sets You Apart: Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees. Leader – You understand the gravity and weight of the position of Police Officer and provide guidance to teammates and citizens whenever possible in an accountable and honest manner. Effective Communicator – You possess the ability and willingness to communicate effectively with a diverse population. You also have a strong ability to document instances through professional report writing standards. Analytical Problem Solver – You are able to independently and rapidly assess and solve problems in stressful situations, applying policies, rules and regulations to take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

The officer will patrol assigned areas to prevent, deter, and detect criminal activity while enforcing local, state, and federal laws and Port regulations. Responsibilities also include responding to emergencies, making arrests, conducting investigations, preparing reports, and engaging with the community to maintain public safety.