Law Enforcement Officer Position

Cheney Police Department - Lateral Police Officer

 

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Cheney Police Department - Lateral Police Officer

Last updated on December 18, 2024
PST Partner Agency since September 08, 2021

Vacancy: 1

Important Information

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CPD patrol officers work a unique 12-hour schedule, which includes: 1 four-day weekend and 2 five-day weekends in a 28 day cycle, plus a Kelly Day.

Take home vehicles.

Shift differential.

Ongoing, continuous training in career development.

Community Information

Cheney is a thriving community with a population of 12,410 and located just 17 miles southwest of Spokane. Our quality of life is unmatched because of a small-town atmosphere and family-friendly environment. Cheney is also home to Eastern Washington University. 

Department Information

The Cheney Police have a long-standing tradition for providing quality, professional, and timely service to our community. The entire police department is dedicated to making sure Cheney remains a place that citizens, students, and visitors can feel safe and prosper.

Area Information

County: Spokane
Population: 12,410
# of Staff: 18

Hiring Status

Cheney Police Department - Lateral Police Officer has 1 vacancy.

2 positions available.

Salary Information

$5,817-$7,774 per month (2024)

Benefit Information

The Cheney Police Guild benefit package includes: 85% paid medical insurance, 100% paid dental insurance, 100% paid Optical/Vision insurance, 100% paid EAP program, $50,000 Group Life insurance, Long-Term Disability insurance;

Take home vehicle.

$95 per month VEBA contribution.

4% deferred compensation match. 

LEOFF 2 retirement.

12 hours of sick leave per month.

10 - 19 hours of vacation per month (past experience is honored for lateral officers for vacation accrual).

Over 10 paid holidays per year, and 2 floating holidays per year.

Specialty pay.

Longevity pay. 

Shift differential pay for Power and Graveyard shifts. 

Education incentive.

Uniforms and equipment provided by the agency.

New employee bonus: $1,000 upon successful completion of probationary period and $1,000 upon successful completion of 3 years of service with CPD.

Cheney Police Department - Lateral Police Officer Requirements

Category Requirement Required at time of...
    Test Hire
Written Examination No, not required
LEO/CO Physical Ability Test (PAT) No, not required (may be required later)
Minimum Age 21
Citizenship US Citizen
High School Grad/ GED Yes
Driver's License Required Yes
Felony Conviction(s) as an Adult No adult felony convictions at any time.
Felony Conviction(s) as a Juvenile Will be carefully reviewed on a case by case basis
Ability to Read, Speak & Write the English Language Yes
Vision Requirements Must meet LEOFF II standards.
College Requirement No
Basic Law Enforcement Academy Certification Yes
Prior Experience Requirement No
Veterans Preference Points Yes
Reserve Officer Certification Preference Points No

Contact Information

Cheney Police Department - Lateral Police Officer

215 G Street
Cheney, WA 99004-1570 Spokane County
(509) 535-9233

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Agency Test Requirements
Written Examination: No, not required
PAT: No, not required (may be required later)


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