Everett Police Hiring 15 New Officers For 2015

The Everett Police Department is stepping up recruitment efforts to hire 15 new officers next year. According to Everett Police Sgt. Ryan Dalberg these aren’t new positions. “We’re just trying to fill our regular allotment of officers, said Dalberg. “These openings are due to retirements and our normal attrition.” Dalberg went on to say that the two biggest challenges the department faces in getting qualified candidates are the ability to pass the physical fitness test and the background check. “We have extremely high standards for who can become an Everett Police officer,” said Dalberg. “It’s one thing to think you can do 30 push-ups, etc. It’s another to actually do it during the pressure of testing.” In order to meet the goal of hiring 15 officers in 2015 Everett Police plan to attend more hiring events, add an additional test next year, assign additional background investigators, continue to work with Naval Station Everett on career transition for Naval personnel and advertise to a wider audience. Click here to find out the requirements for becoming an Everett Police officer. The next testing period is set for early 2015.

Here are a few of the current benefits…

120 hours of vacation in the first year

Sick Leave accrued at 6 hours per pay period and Holiday Pay – 12 paid holidays per year

Medical benefits, including vision and dental coverage for officers and their dependents

Longevity Pay OR College Incentive Pay

Employer match of $150.00/month to a deferred compensation plan

College Reimbursement Program

State Pension Plan (LEOFF)

Entry-Level 1st Year Salary: $60,768 +$1800 deferred compensation = $62,568 total 1st year base pay

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