Yakima is located in South Central Washington where the Naches and Yakima Rivers join. Yakima leads the way to the Cascade Mountains. It also opens up wonderful opportunities in the fruitful Yakima Valley.

The 300 days of sunshine and breathtaking sights beg those who experience it to take advantage of the wonderful outdoor activities. Included are camping, fishing, kayaking, hiking, mountain biking, skiing, snow boarding and boating to mention a few. For entertainment, Yakima also offers the turn-of-the-century Capitol Theatre, the Yakima Valley Museum, the Visitors and Convention Center, and the Central Washington State Fair.

The Yakima Valley is known for production of forest products, manufacturing aircraft parts and supplies; and machinery used in food product packaging. The main industry is agriculture that flourishes through producing and processing tree fruits, hops, mint, vegetables, livestock, dairy and wine. The extended growing season and rich soil provide the perfect conditions to produce grapes excellent for wine making. The Wine industry in the Yakima Valley has boomed in recent years, with international recognition of Yakima wines and vineyards.

The active participation of Yakima's citizens was recognized in 1994 and 2015 when Yakima became an "All-America City". Community members and leaders are proud of their achievements and stand firm in the commitment to work together to keep Yakima a beautiful and thriving community.

The Yakima Police Department is a full service police agency offering a wide variety of services to the community. The Department operates out of its main downtown station which includes a 78 bed jail. In addition the Department maintains about 100 prisoners in other facilities.

***The City of Yakima is offering new Corrections Officers a hiring incentive of $5,000 to be paid on their first paycheck following the first full month of employment (after execution of a 36 month repayment contract of employment)

In addition newly hired Lateral Corrections Officers will receive a bank of 40 in lieu hours that can be used at any time during the first year of employment!***

Under the general supervision of a Police Department supervisor, performs specialized duties involving the control and management of detainees in the City Jail, and supervises detainee work crews in the maintenance of public facilities and equipment. Ensures safety and proper treatment of detainees, in accordance with department directives and applicable law. Work is performed in accordance with established procedures, but employees are expected to apply independent judgment in making routine and emergency decisions.

Correction Officers are temporarily working 12-hour schedules. The shift hours are: 0600-1800 and 1800-0600. The rotation is: 2 days on, 2 days off; 3 days on, 2 days off; 2 days on, 3 days off.

Yakima Police Department - Jail/Corrections has 5 vacancies.

The eligibility list is a continuous listing and maintained as scores are received from PST.  Follow up applications, and testing including oral board interviews are conducted on an as-needed basis. Vacancies are filled through a Civil Service process with the top three candidates forwarded for thorough background investigations, physical, psychological and polygraph examinations & final selection as vacancies occur.

Number of Current Vacancies: 5

$28.90/hr to $34.69/hr    (Posted rate of pay includes 2% deferred compensation contribution)

$5,009.33- $6,012.93 Monthly

***The City of Yakima is offering new Corrections Officers a hiring incentive of $10,000!!

 $5,000 be paid on their first paycheck following the first full month of employment and the additional $5,000 to be paid on the paycheck following their first full year of employment!(after execution of a 36 month repayment contract of employment)***

For newly hired Lateral Corrections Officers you will receive a bank of 40 in lieu hours that can be used at any time during the first year of employment!***

BENEFIT PACKAGE:

The City of Yakima is a premier employer in the Yakima Valley with extensive opportunities for training and growth. The City offers a competitive benefit package including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• FREE healthcare clinic!
• WA State PERS pension plan
• 1% contribution to a 457 deferred compensation plan
• Leave accruals:
  1. Vacation – Starting at 7.67 hours/month
  2. Sick – 8 hours/month
  3. Personal holiday – 2 days
  4. Observed holiday – 11 holidays
• Up to 5% bilingual/biliterate English/Spanish special pay
• Life Insurance
• Much more!