Police Officer (Entry Level) Salary: $8,234.00 - $10,792.00 Monthly
Location: Everett, WA Job Type: Full Time Job Number: A26001 Department: Everett Police Department Opening Date: January 1, 2026
Description
POLICE OFFICER (Entry-Level)2025 Rates: $8,234.00 - $10,792.00 (plus benefits) To be updated once pending contract is approved
We Want Your Service in our Department! We are actively looking to hire high quality candidates. Everett Police Department serves a population over 112,000. We believe in community-oriented policing and work in partnership with the community to enhance quality of life and reduce crime through our core values of integrity, professionalism, and honor. The City of Everett is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our goal is to recruit and hire capable and engaged job candidates from a wide range of backgrounds. We are committed to creating and supporting an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees.
About the Position
This is a Civil Service class involving general police activities associated with the protection of life and property by enforcement of state and municipal codes, regulations and ordinances. The Civil Service eligibility register for this position is subject to continuous modification as a result of the open/continuous nature of the process. Highest grades earned within the past year as a result of this screening process are valid for twelve (12) months after certification by the Civil Service Commission. This job classification is represented by Everett Police Officers Association.
Hiring Process
Hiring offers are contingent upon successful completion of a City-paid LEOFF medical evaluation and medical history review that may include back x-rays and will include drug screening.
How to Apply
Please visit PublicSafetyTesting.com and you will be able to fill out your application online and select the testing date, time, and location most convenient for you. For further information, call toll-free 1-866-HIRE-911.
Applicant Requirements
Applicants must also complete their Personal History Statement (PHS) via PublicSafetyTesting.com.
Why Work for Everett Police Department?
Competitive Wages Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits Vacation Accrual Starting First Year Employee funded VEBAP Pitman Work Schedule for Patrol Officers (rotating schedule with every other weekend off) VERA Clinic - free primary care for enrolled employees and their dependents Uniforms, firearms, and duty gear provided College Tuition Reimbursement Boot/Vest Upgrade for Patrol Assignments, Clothing/Equipment Allowance for plainclothes assignments City Match on Deferred Compensation Dry Cleaning Benefit LEOFF 2 Pension Plan Take-home Car Program Floating Holidays Holiday Bank (Can be used OR cashed out)
Eligibility Requirements
Examination Process
The screening process will consist of a written test weighted 100% (pass score 70.00 and above) AND successful completion (Pass) on the Physical Ability Test (PAT) within the six months prior to the closing date. Public Safety Testing conducts the City of Everetts written and PAT examinations. We consider the highest score received within the past one year.
Veterans Preference
Those applicants claiming VETERANS PREFERENCE must submit a copy of their FORM DD214 - this can be uploaded to your PST account. Applicants claiming veterans preference points in accordance with RCW 41.04.010 as amended and meeting eligibility criteria must submit form DD214, or its equivalent or successor discharge paperwork, that characterizes his or her service as qualifying discharge as defined in RCW 73.04.005.
Additional Screening
All portions of the process are designed to sample and measure the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities. Additional screening prior to appointment to the Police Officer (Entry-Level) position includes an employment and general background investigation as well as medical, drug testing, psychological and polygraph examinations.
Filing Opens
January 1, 2026
Scores and Certification
Scores pulled and certified on a weekly basis