Law Enforcement Officer Position

Milton Police Department - Police Officer

 

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Milton Police Department - Police Officer

Last updated on December 09, 2024
PST Partner Agency since October 19, 2011

Vacancy: 1

Community Information

http://www.cityofmilton.net/

Department Information

https://www.cityofmilton.net/158/Police

Area Information

County: Pierce/King
Population: 8907
# of Staff: 20

Hiring Status

Milton Police Department - Police Officer has 1 vacancy.

The eligibility list is a continuous listing and maintained as scores are received from PST with oral board interviews conducted on an as-needed basis. Vacancies are filled by Civil Service "rule of five" with the top five candidates forwarded to the appointing authority for background investigation & selection as vacancies occur.


Number of Current Vacancies: 1

Salary Information

2025 Academy start $7271/month

2025 Entry-Lateral start at Step A $7614/month.

2025 Experienced-Lateral start at Step B $7977/month. DOE

2025 Experienced-Lateral start at Step C $8355/month. DOE

2025 Experienced-Lateral start at Step D $8754/month. DOE

2025 Top Step Detective $9366/month

2025 Top Step Corporal $9454/month

2025 Top Step Sergeant $11048/month

Milton is in both King and Pierce Counties and have had assigned take-home vehicles. Each Officer receives all initial uniforms and equipment including Duty pistol and Back-up Pistol, .223 Patrol Rifle, Less-lethal 12ga and Taser X7. Officers receive an additional $1200/yr. uniform allowance every year after completion of probation.

Officers can receive a 1.5% bonus for each Specialty, max 3%. Additional 2% for AA degree, 4% for BA/BS degree. Additional 5% FTO pay. 2% longevity beginning at year 5. $100/mo. City paid deferred Compensation. $100/mo. City paid HRA/VEBA.

Benefit Information

Medical is covered through LEOFF Health and Welfare Trust Plan F which includes Vision plan with additional 100% Vision through AWC Vision Service Plan. City covers 100% AWC Dental Plan F with additional AWC Orthodontia Rider Plan V $2000/lifetime. Opt-out, an employee may elect to opt out of Medical insurance coverage for spouse and or dependents provided they have medical insurance through another provider for them. Employees who opt out can receive 50% of the Cities share of the monthly premium as compensation for each month the employer does not have to pay the premium.

Milton Police Department - Police Officer Requirements

Category Requirement Required at time of...
    Test Hire
Written Examination Yes, required
LEO/CO Physical Ability Test (PAT) Yes, required

Your physical ability test must be completed 180 days (~6 months) before or after your passing written exam.

PST Personal History Statement Our agency requires a PHS but not PST's. If you are only testing for our agency, you do not need to complete a PST PHS.  
Minimum Age 21
Citizenship US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident.
High School Grad/ GED Yes
Driver's License Required Must possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid Washington State driver's license without record of suspension or revocation in any State.
Felony Conviction(s) as an Adult Felony convictions and disqualifying criminal histories within the past seven years are not allowed.
Ability to Read, Speak & Write the English Language Yes
Vision Requirements Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
College Requirement DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED: College courses in criminal justice, business, or a related field.
Veterans Preference Points Yes
Reserve Officer Certification Preference Points Yes
Other Preference Points Yes, preference points will be awarded to those who qualify related to Language Proficiency (other than English), Volunteer or Professional Experience, and/or Education Qualifications (AA degree or higher)
Body Decorations Yes
Multiple Scores from Same Applicant We only consider the most recent score

Contact Information

Milton Police Department - Police Officer

Attn: Assistant Chief of Police
1000 Laurel Street Suite B
Milton, WA 98354 Pierce/King County
253-922-8735

Website

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Agency Test Requirements
Written Examination: Yes, required
PAT: Yes, required

PST Personal History Statement: Our agency requires a PHS but not PST's. If you are only testing for our agency, you do not need to complete a PST PHS.


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