Police Officer - Lateral at Port of Seattle

Seattle, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Law Enforcement, Patrol, Crime Deterrence, Emergency Services, Arrest, Citation Issuance, Traffic Control, Accident Investigation, Report Writing, Court Testimony, Community Relations, Use of Force, Leadership, Communication, Problem Solving

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 6, 2026 Friday, February 13, 2026 Friday, February 20, 2026 Friday, February 27, 2026 Some of what you’ll be doing: You will be responsible for providing community-oriented law enforcement services to Port-owned and operated properties with a primary emphasis of working at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and the Port of Seattle Maritime properties. You will patrol designated areas to deter and discover crime. You will enforce applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations. You will respond to citizen calls for assistance, provide emergency services, detain and/or arrest persons charged with crimes. You will issue citations, provide traffic control, investigate accidents and assist motorists and pedestrians. You will investigate crime, write reports and testify in courts of law. You will work with tenants, residents, businesses, and the community. You may be in a position that requires the use of force, including deadly force. Minimum Qualifications: All the following requirements must be met at the time of application: WA State Applicants: · You are at least 21 years of age. · Be a U.S. Citizen, lawful Permanent Resident, or a Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipient. · Ability to speak, read, and write the English language. · You possess a High School Diploma or GED certificate. · Valid Washington State Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain one. · You must have a minimum of 24 consecutive months as a full-time, paid commissioned officer assigned to patrol or investigative duties, and no more than a 24-month break in service. · You can be a special agent from the Washington State Gambling Commission, Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board, and Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife and be eligible to apply as a lateral. Out-of-State Applicants: · You are at least 21 years of age. · Be a U.S. Citizen, lawful Permanent Resident, or a Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipient. · Ability to speak, read and write the English language. · You possess a High School Diploma or GED Certificate. · Valid Washington State Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain one · You must have a minimum of 24 consecutive months as a full-time, paid commissioned officer assigned to patrol or investigative duties, and no more than a 24-month break in service. · You must have successfully completed a state-certified police academy granting you a full authority certificate and must hold a current and active full authority law enforcement certification. o A full authority certification refers to a fully commissioned state peace officer, with full powers of arrest and unrestricted enforcement powers of criminal and traffic statutes within the state of issuance while acting in an individual capacity. o As a holder of a full authority certificate, you must have completed a state authorized and sanctioned law enforcement training academy for its full duration. · All out-of-state lateral applicants must also meet the requirements outlined in the Washington Administrative code 139-05-210 "Basic Law Enforcement Certificate of Equivalency" and be qualified to attend the Washington State Equivalency Academy and successfully complete. If deemed necessary by the department Command, you may be required to successfully complete the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Basic Law Enforcement Academy. What Sets you Apart: · 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 role involves providing community-oriented law enforcement services primarily at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and Port of Seattle Maritime properties, which includes patrolling, enforcing laws, and responding to citizen calls for assistance. Responsibilities also cover investigating crimes, writing reports, testifying in court, and interacting with tenants, residents, businesses, and the community, potentially requiring the use of force.