Police Officer
Position Opening Lateral Police Officer Date Posted 10-4-21
The City of Ritzville Civil Service Commission is currently accepting Lateral Police Officer applications.
Applications will be accepted until the position(s) are filled. This is a full-time police officer position in the City of Ritzville. Successful applicant will be required to live within 5 miles of the City of Ritzville to meet emergency response requirements while on call. The department currently has 4 full-time positions and will be adding one full-time position. Applicants are required to hold a current police officer certification with the State of Washington or be able to successfully complete the Washington State Criminal Justice Commission challenge academy within a prescribed time after being hired. All applicants will be required to pass a full background check including but not limited to a polygraph, psychological, and a medical exam before being hired. Compensation package includes sick leave, annual leave, and holiday leave, holiday pay, and on-call pay in addition to monthly salary. Each officer will be assigned a take-home vehicle and work rotating shifts. All equipment will be provided by the City. Questions may be directed to the Commission Secretary or Chief McCormick at 509-660-7625.