Seattle Police Department Police Academy Route

Location

Burien, WA

Summary description:

The opportunity will allow service members to complete a brief pre police academy and then complete the Washington State Police Academy.

Job description:

Job ResponsibilitiesProvide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations. Explains laws and police procedures to residents.Operates a patrol car. Patrols city streets, areas and businesses to deter criminal activity and promote public safety.Investigates conditions hazardous to life or property; conducts initial investigations of crime and crime scenes; may assist detectives in criminal investigation work. Conducts search and seizure activities as appropriate. Collects and preserves crime scene and evidence.Arrests and/or detains suspected violators of the law. Review facts of incidents to determine if criminal act or statute violations were involved.Records facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities.Render aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.Transports individuals in custody.Presents evidence and testimony in judicial settings.

The cost of uniforms and equipment will be covered by a non-profit organization.

Eligibility factors:

All Services

Service members must complete the following -Apply with the Seattle Police DepartmentComplete and pass the NTN civil service testComplete and pass the PAT physical agility testPass a thorough background checkComplete a psychological evaluationComplete a polygraph examinationComplete a health screening.

Washington

Typical pay $93K – $118K/yr

Median pay: $102K/yr

What Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers typically earn in Washington — from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data (May 2025). It's the going rate for this line of work, not this employer's offer.

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