Transport Officer (0.4 FTE / 16 hours weekly)
Under the direction of the Support Services Division Commander, the Transport Officer safely moves detained individuals and inmates between correctional facilities and the court for legal proceedings. The officer maintains physical security of defendants, counsel, and court staff during court hearings. Additionally, this role serves arrest warrants and arrests judicially remanded defendants. Position is a specially commissioned peace officer, subject to the Civil Service certification process.
Duties require the ability to make independent and immediate decisions and to remain calm under extremely stressful situations. Responsibilities have a significant impact on the Court’s and Department’s operations and customer satisfaction.
- This non-exempt, non-benefit eligible position, is covered by the Police Guild Collective Bargaining Agreement: https://www.cityoflfp.gov/344/Labor-Contracts
Hours Worked: This position works 16 hours per week, or 8 hours/2 days per week. This position provides jail transportation services for inmates on judicial days for the Lake Forest Park Municipal Court, which are Monday and Wednesday. Occasional work on Tuesdays or Thursdays will be required due to observed holidays. Occasional evening or night shift work may be required.
How to Apply: Please submit your online application, along with a copy of your resume and cover letter. Additional testing through PST or NTN is not required. Selected candidates will be invited to participate in oral board interviews. Candidates who receive a minimum passing score of 70 or more in the oral board interviews will be presented to the City of Lake Forest Park's Civil Service Commission for certification on the hiring eligibility list. Top three candidates on the certified eligibility list will move to Police Chief interviews and selection.
New hire must successfully pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation including satisfactory driving record, psychological evaluation, pre-employment medical examination and drug screening.
Education and Experience:
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent required AND at least one year of corrections or law enforcement environment experience.
- At least 21 years old upon hire.
- Basic Law Enforcement Academy, Corrections Academy, or Reserve Academy certification. Decertified officers are not eligible.
- Valid Washington State Driver’s License and the ability to maintain insurability with the City.
- CPR, First Aid & AED certification within six months of hire.
- Must successfully pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation, psychological evaluation, pre-employment medical examination and drug screening.
Preferred:
- Previous Transport Officer or related experience.
- Experience within a court setting (testifying for the state).
For more information about the job and to apply visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityoflakeforestpark/jobs/
