Entry Level Police Officer

Entry Level Police Officer Salary and Job Details

Entry Level Police Officer Salary: $108,386.40 - $129,186.72 Annually Location: Auburn, WA Job Type: Full-Time Department: Police Division Police Opening Date: 01/07/2026 Closing Date: Continuous FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: POL

Application Requirements

IMPORTANT APPLICATION REQUIREMENT: You must have received an invitation/email notification from City of Auburn Human Resources to submit your application. Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have successfully passed both the Law Enforcement Officer Written Exam and Physical Ability Test through Public Safety Testing (PST) and have requested their scores be sent to the City of Auburn.

IF YOU HAVE NOT COMPLETED THIS STEP YET, start here: Public Safety Testing

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As of January 2026, the approximate wait time from PST test scores/application to oral board interview is 8-12 weeks.

About the Auburn Police Department

The Auburn Police Department (APD) is seeking motivated, service-driven individuals to join our team as Entry Level Police Officers. This is an opportunity to serve a continuously growing community within a modern, well-resourced police department that values professionalism, trust, integrity, and officer wellness. 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 APD are committed to providing exceptional customer service to the citizens we serve.

Job Responsibilities and Benefits

As a Police Officer at APD, you will perform meaningful, challenging work that directly impacts community safety and quality of life. Team APD supports its officers with competitive compensation and benefits, wellness resources, specialty assignments, and clear pathways for career advancement. The department is comprised of 150 staff to include: Chief of Police, Assistant Chief, Five (5) Commanders, 13 Sergeants, 108 Officers/Detectives, 16 Non-Commissioned staff, a Crime Analyst, Public Information Officer, Wellness Program Designer, and three (3) Administrative Assistants.

This is a full-time position represented by the Police Officers Guild with a current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) effective 1/1/25 - 12/31/27. The salary listed on the announcement is the base salary, and the salary upon hire will be $9,032.20 per month. Officers also have opportunities to receive additional compensation and pay incentives based multiple factors, as outlined in the CBA.

Minimum Qualifications

To move forward in our process, you must:

• Possess a High School Diploma, or equivalent (GED)
• Be a United States citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or be a Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipient
• Be at least 20-1/2 years of age at the time of application
• Be able to fluently read and write the English language using proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Be able to meet all Civil Service Rules and Regulations, including the physical requirements listed in Rule 21.01
• Possess a valid drivers license, without impending loss at the time of appointment
• If coming from out of state, you will be required to obtain a WA State drivers license within 30 days

Automatic Disqualifiers

To see a list of APDs automatic disqualifiers, click here.

Why Choose the City of Auburn?

Competitive salary with annual step increases Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employee premiums paid by the City Employer contributions to Washington State Department of Retirement Systems pension plans Paid holidays per the Collective Bargaining Agreement (12 each year) Tax-free health savings account (VEBA) Optional flexible spending accounts Deferred compensation plans (pre-tax and Roth options) Employee wellness programs within the department and Citywide Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commitment to Inclusion

Team Auburn values a wide range of perspectives and life experiences and believes our strength comes from the diversity of people and ideas. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals who will help us foster a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and service to the community.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The City of Auburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. No person is lawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, or other forms of compensation.

Communication from the City of Auburn

We primarily communicate via e-mail during the recruitment process. E-mails from auburnwa.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. Please visit our Employee Benefits webpage for details: https://auburn.attract.neogov.com/p/benefits

Application Questions

1. Have you tested with Public Safety Testing (PST) and had your scores sent to Auburn? DO NOT APPLY if you have not tested with PST. Yes No
2. Are you a United States citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipient? Yes No
3. Are you at least 20-1/2 years of age as required per the job announcement? Yes No
4. Other than Public Safety Testing, I learned about this job opportunity from: Please check all that apply. TeamAPD.com APD Recruiter City of Auburn employee (outside of APD) Social Media (Facebook, Instagram) Referred by a current or former APD Police Officer Job or Career Fair Recruitment Ad or QR code online or in print
5. If you were referred by a current Auburn Police Officer, please list their name here.