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Seattle Police Academy Preparation - Job Training Program

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Program summary

The opportunity is a three-month program that will allow service members to conduct the required training to enter the Washington State Police Academy. The training will be conducted by Seattle Police Officers at a Seattle Police Department training facility. Those who are accepted into this program will need to pass all hiring requirement prior to the start of the program. Once complete the servicemember will go directly into the police academy as an employee of the Seattle Police Department.

Roles & job description

Provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations. Explains laws and police procedures to residents.Operates a patrol car. Patrols city streets, areas and businesses to deter criminal activity and promote public safety.Investigates conditions hazardous to life or property; conducts initial investigations of crime and crime scenes; may assist detectives in criminal investigation work. Conducts search and seizure activities as appropriate. Collects and preserves crime scene and evidence.Arrests and/or detains suspected violators of the law. Review facts of incidents to determine if criminal act or statute violations were involved.Records facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities.Render aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.Transports individuals in custody.Presents evidence and testimony in judicial settings. The City of Seattle provides police service 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is required.

Target military occupations

None

Eligibility notes

This program will require service members to pass all hiring requirements to become a Seattle Police Officer. All steps must be completed and passed to complete this program. Must be 20.5 years of age at applicationUS Citizen or permanent residentNo felony convictionsNo domestic violence convictionsHigh school diploma or GEDHiring steps - ApplicationNational Training Network (NTN) Police exams X2Washington State Physical Agility TestOral boardsBackground investigationPsychological screeningPolygraph examHealth screening.

Additional notes

Service members will be required to be at the Seattle Police Departments training unit for 40 hours a week, four days on and three days off.

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Interview prep for this program
Ask them
  • ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
  • ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
  • ▸ "The listing says 91 - 120 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
  • ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
  • ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
Bring to the conversation
  • ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
  • ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
  • ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
  • ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway
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