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PORT OF SEATTLE POLICE DEPARTMENT 17801 INTERNATIONAL BLVD SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98158 206-787-5781
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Updated: April 16, 2025
Job Classification: Police Officer Entry-Level
Starting Pay Rate: $100,984 annually
Some of what you’ll be doing:
In this opportunity, you will provide law enforcement services to Port-owned and operated properties with a primary emphasis of working at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and the Port of Seattle Maritime properties and communities.
• You will patrol designated areas to deter and discover crime.
• You will enforce applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
• You will provide emergency services, detain and/or arrest persons charged with crimes, issue citations, provide traffic control, investigate accidents and assist motorists and pedestrians.
• You will write reports and testify in courts of law.
• You will support and work with tenants, residents, businesses, and the community.
• You may be in a position that requires the use of force, including deadly force.
Lateral Candidates
If you are a current law enforcement officer in the state of Washington please use the link below to apply through our Lateral Officer process:
Port of Seattle Jobs - Police Officer - Lateral in Seattle, Washington, United States (dejobs.org)
Who you are:
· You meet the following requirements:
o Be at least 21 years of age;
o Be a U.S. Citizen, lawful Permanent Resident, or a Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipient with the ability to speak, read and write the English language;
o Have a High School Diploma or GED Certificate; and
o Must have a Washington State Driver's License (or the ability to obtain one prior to hire).
· Effective Communicator – You have the willingness and the ability to communicate and work with diverse groups to resolve challenging situations. You are skilled in both written and verbal communication techniques.
• Leader – You are a confident in your ability to assess situations and rapidly analyze issues in order to take quick action. You can take charge of situations and lead to positive outcomes and resolution.
· Value Integrity – You live in accordance to your deepest, ethical values and are honest with everyone in all aspects of your life.
· Accountable – You are someone who knows the value in explaining, justifying and taking responsibility for one’s actions.
What else you’ll need to know:
• Background Review - The successful candidate(s) must pass a background investigation that includes a complete criminal records check, a polygraph examination, a medical examination and a psychological examination. Background investigations will be conducted as openings occur and include the following: driving history, credit history, arrest records, military records, educational records, and other sources where information can be obtained to measure one's suitability for police work. Successful applicants must successfully complete the state law enforcement training program (Basic Law Enforcement Academy or BLEA) and a Patrol Training Officer (PTO) process.
· Automatic Disqualifiers - Additionally, our complete list of Automatic Disqualifiers can be found here.
· Driver’s License – You will need a valid Washington State Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain one, prior to hire.
· Work Schedule – You will work a fixed, 12.5-hour shifts and available work shifts are bid on annually by seniority. The patrol schedule currently consists of a day-shift running 5:00 AM to 5:30 PM and a night-shift running from 5:00 PM to 5:30 AM. Newly hired officers can generally expect to initially work weekend night-shifts once their field training is complete. Some overtime may be needed to meet operational needs.
· Work Environment – You will work in both indoor and outdoor environments in a variety of weather conditions. The employee sometimes works in or near moving traffic and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles consistent with working near aircraft and maritime vessels. May be exposed to aircraft noise. Will be required to walk and stand for extended periods of time throughout each shift.
· Overtime Eligible – You are eligible for overtime pay in this role.
· Safety Requirements – You will be required to comply with all work rules, safety, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
· Security Requirements – As the successful candidate, you must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check as well as a criminal history background check with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Your employment will be contingent upon obtaining a Port of Seattle ID badge upon clearance.
· Union Representation – This position is represented by the Teamsters union, Local 117.
Why you’ll love it here:
• Healthcare – Medical, Dental and Vision Care with options that work for you and your family.
• Paid Vacation – Just about four weeks per year that increases with tenure to rest and rejuvenate.
• Holidays – More than ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends away from work.
• Pension/Retirement Plans – A pension and additional savings plans to prepare for your future after the Port.
• Getting to Work – From subsided parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements, giving you to an opportunity to work from home. Many roles are given the flexibility with when and where you conduct your work.
• Parental Leave – Six weeks paid leave to spend with new additions to your immediate family.
• Development – From tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments and internal internships, we support a learning culture.
• Diversity – We foster opportunities for employees to contribute to our communities and business success in a way that celebrates a fully inclusive and engaged work environment.
• Work-Life Balance – We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.
• Mission Driven – We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce and job creation in an equitable, accountable and environmentally responsible manner.
Why the Port of Seattle:
Every role at the Port of Seattle is vital to our thriving community. We are a leader in moving people and cargo across the country and around the world. With facilities and property ranging in scope from a half-acre park to one of the largest airports and container terminals on the West Coast, we maximize the public assets in our portfolio with an eye toward best uses and environmental sustainability. Find out more here.
ContactEbony S. ThomasSr. Talent Acquisition RecruiterEmail: thomas.e@portseattle.orgPhone: (206) 639-5815
Cory TellPolice Officertell.c@portseattle.org206-819-2991
