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Help solve crime - Call the Kent Police Tip Line
Call the Kent Police Tip Line at 253-856-5808 when you have information on a crime that is not currently in progress. You may have information that will lead to an arrest on crimes you may see broadcast on local news stations. We appreciate your help in solving crimes in Kent. You may remain anonymous and provide us with this valuable information.
Kent Police Department Police Officer Employment Opportunities
Current Hiring Status:
Although there are no open positions at this time, all applications received will be held for future openings resulting from attrition and a potential annexation that may add 10-20 police officers.
As 2009 progresses, the economy and the decision on the annexation will bring more clarity on the hiring plan.
Hiring Process Information:
Entry- Although there are no current openings for entry level police officers, you may still test and be placed on an eligibility list. You may apply through Public Safety Testing. Please contact Lt. Lisa Price at 253-856-5844 for additional information.
Lateral- Applications are currently being accepted for lateral police officers. A lateral officer must have been employed as a full time commissioned general authority law enforcement officer by a state, county, or municipal agency and completed a state law enforcement academy.
Lateral applicants are not required to take a written or a physical testing assessment. The testing process consists of an oral board with a pass/fail component. Lateral candidates must successfully pass an extensive background check, and medical, psychological and polygraphs tests.
You are encouraged to apply for the position now. Please contact Lt. Lisa Price at 253-856-5871 for additional information.
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Victim Assistance Information
The Kent Police Department, strongly believes that crime victims and witnesses must be afforded rights to protect them from criminal activity. The Information Assistance pamphlet outlines some of the protections afforded by law. The pamphlet is available in several languages.