Posted: Jan 14, 2026
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Patrol Sergeant

Full-time
Salary: $108,011.87 - $115,144.73 Annually
Application Deadline: Mar 1, 2026
Law Enforcement

Patrol Sergeant

Annual Pay Scale:

                Probationary Sergeant: $108,011.87

                                      Sergeant: $115,144.73

 

Incentive Pay

  • Education
  • Bilingual
  • Longevity
  • SWAT / Metro

 

The current CBA going to Council on Feb 3rd, anticipated pay increase for both positions.

 

Requirements:

  • Must be a US citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident
  • HS Diploma or equivalent
  • Valid Washington driver’s license (or ability to obtain)
  • Extensive background, polygraph, physical and psychological exam
    • Additional requirements may be established by the Civil Service Commission
  • Completion of Washington State Police Academy or equivalent
  • 5 years of experience as a police officer
  • Must be able to complete CJTC First Line Supervisor course within 12-months of hire

 

Preferred:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in criminal justice or related field
  • 2 years experience as OIC, FTO, or other leadership position

 

Disqualifier:

  • Any suspensions without pay within 3 years
  • Suspensions without pay for 40 hours or more within 7 years

 

 

Comprehensive Benefit Package:

  • Medical insurance paid at 100% for employee and 90% for family members
  • Dental and vision paid at 100% for employee and family
  • HRA Veba monthly contribution: $125/$250/$750
  • 88 hours of holiday cashed-out annually plus time and a half on worked holidays
  • 4% match into 401 retirement account
  • Take home vehicle
  • Ongoing training and education

 

Visit www.WestRichland.org to apply

 

West Richland is a quiet, yet growing bedroom community with a population of 18,800 over 22.7 square miles. WRPD believes in value-based policing and is committed to providing excellence in police services, maintaining and enhancing the safety and quality of life for West Richland residents.