Entry Level Police Officer (Pre-Commissioned) - City of Auburn

OUR CITY
The City of Auburn is home to over 80,000 residents and encompasses over 29.8 square miles of land, two rivers, and is part of two counties - King and Pierce.  The City operates as a Strong-Mayor form of Mayor-Council government, with a City Council of seven at-large members.  Auburn is also home to hundreds of businesses - ranging from manufacturing to retail.
 
OUR POLICE DEPARTMENT
The Auburn Police Department is committed to building a positive, proactive partnership with the citizens of Auburn and strives to be a premier law enforcement agency that is trusted, supported, and respected.  The department is comprised of 135 staff to include: Chief of Police, Assistant Chief, (5) Commanders, (13) Sergeants, (95) Officers/Detectives, (16) Non-Commissioned staff, a Crime Analyst, and (3) Administrative Assistants.

Our community is policed by professional officers who are not afraid to bravely stand up to danger and adversity.  Officers serve with a noble purpose and make decisions based on trust and honesty.  All employees of the Auburn Police Department are committed to providing exceptional customer service to the citizens we serve.

POSITION DETAILS
This position is responsible for general police work involving the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances, maintenance of order, and prevention and investigation of crimes.  Work involves a substantial element of personal danger and employees must be able to act without direct supervision and exercise independent discretion in emergencies. All assignments in this class involve responsibility for recognizing the social importance of police functions, for tactful and courteous treatment of the public, and for conscientious and efficient performance of duties under little direct supervision.

This position is represented by the Police Officers Guild and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) is effective 1/1/22 - 12/31/2024.