Why you should lateral to the King County Sheriff's Office:

• Laterals are listed on a separate Civil Service Eligibility List from entry-level hires
• No need to attend the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Center (WSCJTC) if you successfully completed a state-sponsored academy with a minimum of 720 hours training (you must complete an equivalency academy if from out of state)
• Your take-home patrol car is issued to you once you complete field training (PTO)
• Years of service at your previous agency apply to most specialty unit requirements for application
• Hired at pay level commensurate with your experience
• No jail requirement to fulfill; you start in the field on patrol
• As one of Washington's largest law enforcement agencies, your career opportunities are practically endless

What to expect as a lateral hire to KCSO:

• You must take the initial written & physical tests and follow the same steps as any new hire applicant
• In place of full academy training, you will attend a 1-month KCSO orientation training
• Complete an online equivalency within your first year of employment
• Field training may be accelerated based on your performance
• You become a member of the LEOFF2 retirement system

Additional Qualifications for Lateral Entry Applicants with Previous Experience:

• Experience as a full time commissioned police officer with at least 12 months of active patrol; 
• Successful completion of probation as a commissioned officer with a city, county or state police or sheriff's department; 
• Less than a two-year break in service from a former police officer position; and 
• Academy training that meets or exceeds the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Center's standards (720 hours)