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• Laterals receive a $20,000 sign-on bonus paid in two increments
• Laterals receive 250 hours of personal leave available upon employment
• Laterals accrue paid personal leave time hours (a combination of holiday and vacation) each pay period beginning with the first day of employment:
  • 0-5 years of service = 19/month
  • 6-10 years of service = 23/month
  • 11-15 years of service = 24/month
  • 16-20 years of service = 26/month
  • 21+ years of service = 28/month
• Laterals receive 250 hours of sick leave available upon employment

• The potential salary amount based on base pay and 6% education premium listed below is: $110,015 - $135,773.
• Education Premium of 4% for an Associate Degree or 6% for a Bachelor's or Master's.
• City contributes 1% of base wage towards deferred compensation plan. An additional 3% is available for passing the annual Physical Fitness Test.
• City contributes 3% into a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) VEBA Plan.
• A 3% interpreter premium is available post academy.
• Take Home Car Program: Officers are issued a take home vehicle after completion of FTO.
  

WE'RE HIRING

Renton Police Department

Core Values:

Integrity, Service, Valor, and Professionalism

About the City of Renton:
The City of Renton embraces a diverse and inclusive workforce and prides itself on promoting collaboration and teamwork in a positive environment while providing high quality services to the community.

Renton, with a population of 108,800, is located on the southeast shore of Lake Washington, just south of Seattle. Renton's strong economic base, diverse marketplace and favorable business climate have attracted the attention of nationally recognized companies that are providing employees and their families an outstanding quality of life. Renton is the home of Boeing, PACCAR, IKEA, the Sounders and the Seattle Seahawks.

The Renton Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency with 176 personnel, comprised of 141 commissioned officers and 39 non-commissioned. It is our mission, through collaboration, to provide professional and unbiased law enforcement services to our community. Our officers work diligently, in partnership with the public, to protect life and property, the suppression of crime, apprehension of criminals and enforcement of laws. We fulfill our commitment to the community with pride, while adhering to our core values of: Integrity, Service, Valor and Professionalism.

JOB SUMMARY:

Perform general duty police work involving the protection of life and property; the enforcement of laws and ordinances; prevention and investigation of crimes and maintenance of order and positively engage with community members on an assigned shift. Work is performed independently and as part of a team. Tasks are completed with general guidelines and require independent judgment. Contribute to the Department and City's vision, mission, and goals in the performance of all job duties.

SUPERVISION:

Reports To: Police Sergeant

Supervises: None

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Contribute to an environment of respect and teamwork.

• Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by recognizing the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals.
• Respond to emergency and routine dispatched calls as directed.
• Patrol the City on an assigned shift in a police vehicle, on a motorcycle, bicycle, or on foot; patrol business and residential districts occasionally on foot to provide an element of safety by obvious visibility; look for crimes or potential crimes in progress.
• Answers 911 calls and complaints involving criminal and noncriminal activities.
• Administers emergency first aid to injured or incapacitated persons as required.
• Stop traffic violators, identify suspicious individuals, and take appropriate lawful action; apprehend violators or offenders of the law, sometimes involving a substantial element of personal danger and lawful, reasonable use of physical force.
• Use de-escalation techniques to increase likelihood of compliance.
• Utilize and maintain a variety of specialized equipment such as firearms, police vehicles, radios, batons, handcuffs, pepper spray, Conducted Energy Weapon (CEW) breath testing equipment and others according to established procedures; maintain skill and proficiency in driving, the use of firearms, and other issued weapons
• Enforce all applicable laws.
• Manage situations professionally with respect for the rights of others.
• Accountable for actions and dealing with violations of rules, policy, or procedures on an impartial basis.
• Maintain a high standard of physical fitness.
• Search for lost or wanted persons.
• Direct traffic when required.
• Determine when a lawful search or arrest can or should be attempted; determine when physical force should be used on an individual and the extent of such force as governed by state law or department policy.
• Develop knowledge about known offenders and correlate reported offenses; recover lost or stolen property; prepare affidavits and search warrants; interview witnesses and suspects; use informants and other investigative aids.
• Appear in court to present evidence and to testify against persons accused of crimes.
• Write police and other related reports.
• Provide assistance and direct citizens to appropriate resources as necessary.
• Take direction from a police supervisor.
• Participate in community engagement activities including attend community events and meetings, and conduct business checks
• Participate in training programs as required.
• Remain current with legislation, court rulings, department policy, and relevant technological advancements as it relates to assignment.

• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Perform related work as required.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school degree or equivalent
• Not less than 21 years of age at the time of examination
• Ability to read and write the English language
• Lawful permanent resident or US citizen
• Ability to pass entrance examination successfully and meet the minimum medical and health standards adopted by the Civil Service Commission
• Valid Washington State driver's license by date of hire
• Stringent personal background investigation including:
  • Polygraph examination
  • Psychological evaluation
  • Medical physical, including a drug-screening test
  • Driving record check.
• Must be able to qualify for the ACCESS Certification

POLICE OFFICER - LATERAL:

• At least 12 months experience, within the last 36 months, as a full-time, paid, commissioned Police Officer.
• The 12 months of experience will be waived if the applicant has successfully completed a state law enforcement academy that is recognized by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) and was released due to budgetary constraints and eligible for rehire by that former agency.
• Lateral Police Officers with experience in Washington state must have successfully passed a WSCJTC Basic Law Enforcement Academy or its equivalent recognized by the WSCJTC.
• Lateral Police Officers with experience not attained at an agency in Washington State are required to pass the WSCJTC Basic Law Enforcement Equivalency Course.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

• Commitment to racial, social and economic equity issues and working effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Knowledge of adult and juvenile judicial procedures and the criminal justice system and laws of arrest, search, and seizure.
• Techniques of investigation and interrogation.
• Criminal case preparation and procedures.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Maintain control in stressful and hazardous situations.
• Enforce all applicable laws with professionalism and respect.
• Determine level and scope of police response.
• Make rapid and accurate decisions under stressful conditions.
• Attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively.
• Customer service focus.
• Positive interactions with all individuals.
• Build collaborative relationships.
• Anticipate problems and develop contingency plans.
• Show initiative while performing job tasks.
• Remain flexible to changing priorities.
• Determine priorities and take prompt action.
• Meet deadlines and respond timely to achieve common goals.
• Be receptive to the attitudes, feelings or circumstances of others and aware of influence of one's own behavior on them.
• Work effectively with others to achieve common goals.
• Social awareness.
• Make difficult decisions in a timely manner.
• Conflict-resolution skills.
• City ordinances, applicable federal and state laws, WAC rules and department policies.
• Knowledge of geography and street locations.
• Knowledge of department's policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Drive and perform field work.
• Work in dangerous or emergency circumstances requiring vigorous physical activity and exertion.
• Lift or move items weighing up to 20 pounds on occasion.
• Lift heavy objects in awkward and confined spaces, using proper lifting and rigging techniques.
• Climb and work from ladders, climb stairs, ability to navigate a variety of different terrains.
• Run, jog, or walk for extended periods of time.
• Bending, stretching, sitting, and standing for extended periods.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is performed in a typical office environment and/or performed outdoors in all weather conditions and may involve moving throughout the facility and community.
• Work assigned shift.
• Noise level out in the field is moderately loud and noise level in the office is moderately quiet.

Accommodation
Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing, or interview process may contact at least 2 days prior to the need.

An oral board interview may be scheduled for the top qualified candidates. Candidates must obtain a 70% passing score in the oral board to be placed on the eligibility list. Veterans and Language Preference Points are awarded to eligible candidates who make the request and include the proper qualifying documentation after successfully passing an interview.

Communication from the City of Renton:
We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. Texting notifications are available. E-mails from and/or should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Project Controls Manager to join our team! In this role you will have the privilege of working on the premier Infrastructure project in the Country, as well as receive all of the benefits of working for Parsons! This Program is the most urgent infrastructure program in the country - a comprehensive set of rail investments that will improve commuter and intercity services, add needed resiliency and, in its later stages, create new capacity between Newark, New Jersey and New York City.

The Gateway Program is the most urgent infrastructure program in the country a comprehensive set of rail investments that will improve commuter and intercity services, add needed resiliency and, in its later stages, create new capacity between Newark, New Jersey and New York City, the busiest section of the Northeast Corridor (NEC). The first phase of the Gateway Program includes the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP), which includes the construction of a new two-track tunnel under the Hudson River connecting to Penn Station New York as well as the full rehabilitation of the existing 110-year-old North River Tunnel. The Gateway Development Commission (GDC), established through bi-state legislation, is responsible for the financing and development of the Hudson Tunnel Project.

As a tri-venture partner with Parsons, Arcadis, and Mace (MPA) is the Delivery Partners (DP) to provide advice, leadership, and support to GDC for the development and implementation of HTP. This is a master service with task order contracts for a 15-year contract encompassing a broad range of strategic advisory services, project management, design management, construction management, stakeholder coordination, federal compliance, operations support, office administration, and related services.

POSITION OVERVIEW: Develops, manages, and/or executes all phases of the project controls effort (mainly cost management and reporting). Typically manages large-sized projects. The incumbent utilizes widely diversified knowledge of project controls activities, and draws upon extensive experience and exposure to various types of projects and clients.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the cost management and reporting functions on a large construction development program.
• Provides guidance, direction, and specialized assistance to project for the resolution of difficult and complex project control problems.
• Interfaces with clients, attends regular meetings, and provides statistical reports.
• Manages a team of Project Control Engineers/Specialists who are qualified to analyze, evaluate, and forecast project costs, as well as performance against an established schedule with critical milestones.
• Assesses the impact(s) of design/construction changes and schedule slippages.
• Oversees the development and maintenance of an established reporting system to show the hierarchy of cost plans and schedules; keeps project and company management fully informed.
• Recommends and oversees the customization of project control reporting systems and reports to meet specific project requirements.
• Creates statistical / cost reports for management on a recurring or ad hoc basis.
• May be required to make informal or formal presentations.
• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or related field)
• 15-20+ years of related experience, including supervisory/managerial experience.
• Strong cost management and reporting background is required.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

• Requires basic engineering knowledge in electrical, mechanical, civil, or a related fields.
• Proficient PC skills including a proficiency in various Project Controls Software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proven ability to perform in a supervisory capacity.
• Thorough knowledge of industry practices is required.

Security Clearance Requirement: None

This position is part of our Corporate team. For over 80 years, Parsons Corporation, has shaped the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.

Salary Range: $128,700.00 - $231,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons questAPPLY TODAY!

SUMMARY: The Director of Lateral Partner Recruitment and Integration plays a pivotal role in advancing Goulston & Storrs' strategic growth by identifying, attracting, and successfully integrating high-performing lateral partners and groups who align with the firm's values, client service standards, and long-term business goals. This individual partners closely with the firm's leadership, practice group chairs, and business professionals to drive a best-in-class recruitment and integration experience that strengthens the firm's culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusion.

This role requires a deep understanding of the legal markets in Boston, New York and Washington, D.C., and a demonstrated ability to execute senior-level lateral hiring in a manner that reinforces the firm's commitment to practical solutions, inclusive culture and strong relationship building. Working as a peer to the Director of Associate Recruitment and Integration, the Director of Lateral Partner Legal Recruitment and Integration will work collaboratively across the Legal Talent, Business Development, and Practice Group teams to ensure a well-coordinated, professional and seamless candidate experience, reflecting the firm's emphasis on teamwork, thoughtful decision making and the development of long-term, successful professional relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Recruitment

• Execute on a proactive strategy for lateral partner and group recruitment that supports the firm's growth priorities and practice strengths, including real estate, corporate, litigation, private client and trust, and other core areas.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with legal search professionals, prospective partners, and other market influencers to enhance the firm's visibility and reputation as an employer of choice.
• Partner with firm leadership to assess and report on market trends, identify talent gaps, and assess strategic opportunities for expansion.
• Manage the full lifecycle of lateral hiring, including candidate sourcing, evaluation, due diligence, offer development and socialization, and onboarding and integration coordination.

Evaluation & Due Diligence

• Conduct rigorous candidate assessments, analyzing business plans, financial data, client relationships, and cultural fit in collaboration with firm management.
• Oversee the due diligence process, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy in all communications and documentation.
• Prepare and present comprehensive candidate profiles and recommendations to the Managing Directors, Executive Committee, practice group co-chairs and other stakeholders.

Integration & Retention

• Lead the firm's lateral partner integration program, ensuring new partners are welcomed, supported, and positioned for long-term success.
• Collaborate across departments — including Business Development, Client Value, Finance, Marketing, IT, and HR — to coordinate seamless onboarding and client transition support.
• Design individualized integration plans, track key milestones, and measure outcomes related to client engagement, collaboration, and financial performance.
• Continuously evaluate and refine integration processes to promote engagement, retention, and productivity.

Data & Reporting

• Maintain accurate recruitment and integration metrics, reports, and analytics to inform decision-making and track progress toward firm goals.
• Monitor legal industry hiring trends, compensation data, and competitor activity to keep the firm's strategies aligned with market conditions.
• Provide leadership with actionable insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.

Operations

• Negotiate search firm agreements and manage search firm relationships in collaboration with Director of Associate Recruitment and Integration.
• Collaborate with Director of Associate Recruitment and Integration to develop and manage Legal Recruitment budget.
• Contribute to a team culture that focuses on positive collaboration, continuous improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; JD or advanced degree strongly preferred.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in lateral partner recruiting or executive search within a law firm or legal industry setting.
• Demonstrated success leading partner-level recruiting and integration initiatives at an AmLaw 200 or comparably sophisticated firm.
• Deep understanding of recruiting best practices, law firm economics, practice management, industry trends and client development dynamics.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, analytical and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and build trust across all levels.
• Strategic mindset combined with a hands-on, collegial approach consistent with Goulston & Storrs' culture.
• Proactive, outgoing and client-service oriented personality with growth mindset, professional, positive demeanor and work style.
• Commitment to professionalism, confidentiality, and the firm's values of collaboration, inclusion, and excellence.

About Goulston & Storrs

Goulston & Storrs is a modern, forward-thinking AmLaw 200 firm with a collaborative culture and a commitment to client service excellence. We combine deep industry knowledge with practical, relationship-driven lawyering across real estate, corporate, litigation, and private client practices. The firm's success is built on teamwork, respect, and a genuine investment in its people — making it a distinctive environment for professionals who thrive in a collegial and high-performing setting.

The salary range for this position is $220,000 to $270,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

Goulston & Storrs provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, handicap, disability or veteran status in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Goulston & Storrs complies with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Job Description:

Supports the design and implementation of controls-based solutions for novel future processing equipment, specifically fiber making and cable process equipment, in the optical waveguide and cabling manufacturing processes. These controls solutions will enable manufacturing systems to deliver and transform raw materials to product, convey ware between discrete processing steps, and/or measure and characterize ware created and/or processed by these novel manufacturing methods.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

· Integrate field devices for flow control, material handling and metering, motion control, temperature control, and associated safety systems based the system design package enabling a fully functional equipment platform.

· Work closely with controls engineers to implement control sequence logic (both time-based and event-based), fail-safe states, and process /equipment recovery sequences.

· Implement specified field devices to accomplish desired process / equipment functions, and compatible / compliant with site standards.

· Accurately estimate timeframe to complete assigned project work once scope of work is adequately defined and then complete work to agreed-to timeline.

· Participate in engineering project teams that are responsible to deliver robust, cost-effective automation and process machine systems to Company's manufacturing plants and processes.

· Work within project teams to support the solving of difficult automation problems, resolution of project related issues, and development of fundamental understanding of technical / process requirements critical to system success.

· Drive the deployment of defined control architectures, control system standards, and system integration that will satisfy process and manufacturing requirements.

· Interface with external system integrators and machine builders to enable project deliverables.

· Actively participate in project fabrication, off-line integration and testing, drawings and documentation, installation, production start-up support, training of plant personnel, and technology transfer.

· Report to project leader on assigned project activities on a pre-determined basis.

Required Education: * Two-year technical degree

Required Years and Area of Experience: * 3+ years equipment/controls experience

Required Skills:

· Experience integrating field devices for flow control, material handling and metering, motion control, temperature control, and associated safety systems into an overall controls package enabling a fully functional equipment platform.

· Experience with PID control loop tuning and techniques.

· Experience working closely with IT & process engineers to implement control sequence logic (both time-based and event-based), fail-safe states and process / equipment recovery sequences.

· Experience with graphical user interface and human machine interface.

· Experience working within engineering project teams.

· Accurately estimates timeframe to complete assigned project work, once scope of work is adequately defined, then completes work to agreed-to timeline.

· Understanding of electrical design practices, machine / motion control systems, electro-mechanical systems, robotics, programming, and system integration.

· Demonstrated ability to support the development and delivery of fully integrated machine and motion control, automation, and process machine systems and solutions within a manufacturing environment.

· Familiar with state-of-the-art technologies in the following areas: control systems integration, controls architectures, PLC's, motion control systems, electro-mechanical drive systems, robotics, part sensing, vision, risk assessment, and safety systems.

· Ability to work in a team-based environment and lead or participate on a highly matrixed team.

· Possesses an understanding of general mechanics and ability to apply that understanding during troubleshooting and system implementation.

· Sound problem solving and decision-making skills.

· Highly motivated, results oriented, customer focused, with a high commitment level.

· Must be able to program in ladder logic or equivalent.

· Experienced in the checkout and verification of electrical control panels.

Desired Skills:

· Experience preferred with Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff, LabVIEW, Safety PLCs, iFIX SCADA.

· Manufacturing experience and ability to work in a manufacturing environment.

· Computer vision system experience.

· Experience with programming manufacturing systems using higher level programming languages: o C++ or C# o VB or VB.Net

· Robot programming skills.

· Sound knowledge of the rules and regulation relating to implementation and best practices in electrical system design and implementation: o National Electric Code o NFPA 79 Specification o NFPA 70e Specification o ANSI and IEC electrical symbols o Grounding and shielding of electrical systems

· Able to work with external machine builders and system integrators for build, and integration of later stages of system implementation.

Soft Skills:

· Works well in a team environment.

· Acts and makes decisions in the best interest of project team.

· Complies with all policies and procedures of project team.

· Strong written and verbal communications and overall people skills.

· Resolve conflicts with peers, customers, etc.

Position: Lateral Associate, Full Time On-Site

Location: Melville, New York.

About Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP (RGRD)

Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP is one of the world's leading complex litigation firms, specializing in securities fraud and shareholder rights litigation. Our firm has been ranked #1 in the ISS Securities Class Action Services Report for recovering the most monetary relief for investors and has obtained some of the largest recoveries in history, including:

· Volkswagen – $17+ billion (largest consumer class action recovery)

· Enron – $7.2 billion (largest securities class action recovery)

· Visa/Mastercard – $5.5 billion (largest antitrust class action recovery)

· Valeant Pharmaceuticals – $1.21 billion (largest pharmaceutical securities recovery)

· Twitter, Inc. – $809.5 million (largest securities fraud recovery in the Ninth Circuit in the last decade)

In 2024 alone, our attorneys recovered over $2.5 billion for investors in securities-related class action

cases.

Why join RGRD?

· Great opportunity to work on high profile complex litigation matters

· Work alongside some of the most highly regarded securities litigators in the country

· Take on substantive case responsibilities from the outset

· Contribute to precedent-setting cases with real impact for investors and shareholders

· Ideal for someone who's looking to shorten their commute and work on Long Island

Position Overview

We are seeking talented and driven Lateral Associates with 3-7 years litigation experience to join our growing practice. In this role, you will work on complex securities litigation and shareholder rights matters, collaborating with teams of experienced attorneys to prosecute cases involving violations of federal securities laws.

Associates at Robbins Geller are expected to take on meaningful responsibilities early in their careers, including:

· Drafting and arguing motions in federal court

· Conducting document and deposition discovery

· Managing client communications

· Coordinating litigation strategy with colleagues

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

· Prior litigation experience in complex and/or class action cases

· Demonstrated interest in securities fraud litigation and investor protection

· Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic performance

· Exceptional legal writing skills (Law Review and/or federal court clerkship preferred)

· Admission to practice law in the jurisdiction of application (or ability to become admitted promptly)

Compensation & Benefits

· Salary Range: $205,000 - $245,000 per year (depending on experience and qualifications)

Comprehensive benefits program provided

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, law school transcript, and writing sample to:

We encourage you to check out our website before submitting.

Geller is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants

will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,

religious creed, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy,

childbirth or breast-feeding, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, medical

condition, genetic information, military, or veteran's status, or any other status or

characteristic protected by law. For the firm's full EEO policy, please refer to our website:

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California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosure: We collect personal information you provide

in connection with any application for employment, including personal information

contained on any resumes or any other document(s) you provide us. We may use this

information to evaluate your application and/or to consider you for employment with

Robbins Geller. We may, as necessary, share this information with third parties for any of

the following purposes: (i) to confirm the accuracy of the information provided; (ii) to

conduct a background check; (iii) to confirm or evaluate potential conflicts of interest;

and/or (iv) to check references. If you accept an offer with Robbins Geller, we may also

use the information you have provided in order to provide you with the benefits of your

employment.

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The marginal functions of this position have not been included. This job

description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed. An

employee will be required to follow any other job-related duties requested by the

supervisor.

Employees MUST maintain domicile in a state and/or city where RGRD has an

office.

Schedules depend on job duties. RGRD reserves the right to determine when and if

remote work is an option. RGRD will make reasonable accommodations for such, if

it does not cause undue hardship for the firm. All positions may be required to

report on-site for specific projects or on an as-needed basis.

City of Kirkland

$72,964.53 - $91,091.35 Annually

Kirkland, WA

Full-Time

202100002

Police - Corrections

12/01/2025

Continuous

Non-Exempt

PDNONCOMM

Why Work for Kirkland?
Ranked as one of the most livable cities in America, Kirkland is an attractive and inviting place to live, work, and visit. We have big city vision while maintaining a small-town, community feel. If you are a candidate with the desire to join an organization looking to innovate into the future, the City of Kirkland is the place for you!
If you ask our employees why they love where they work, they'll tell you about the great people, work environment, supportive management and City Council, and fearless innovation.

We also invest in you!
Competitive Wages: We strive to maintain competitive compensation packages and work to provide wages that meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities of our employees.

Awesome Benefits: The City offers benefits that are unmatched by most other employers. Please click on the benefits tab above to view more details.

Childcare Programs: To help address the challenge of reliable childcare, the City of Kirkland has agreements with two local childcare providers that offer discounted rates for our employees at 10 locations within 20 miles of Kirkland. Learn more!

Training and Career Development: The City of Kirkland believes in developing its employees. You will have access to training opportunities designed for career development and advancement based on your position, skills, and interests.

Job Summary

Perform all Care and Custody functions associated with a detention facility, to include; transporting inmates to court and regional jail facilities, assist officers in the field with prisoner transports, provide security to the Kirkland Municipal Court, conduct fingerprinting as needed and assist the Kirkland Municipal Court with probation adherence. Corrections officers are specially commissioned by the Chief of Police and are required to comply with all agency policies and able to qualify and maintain the ability to carry department issued firearms in the course of performing their job functions.

Special Note
This is a continuous recruitment. Applications will be screened as openings occur and hiring will be staggered throughout the year.

Note: Starting monthly salary is dependent upon relevant experience for this position. The City of Kirkland also offers an education and fitness incentive to those employees who qualify.

• Knowledge of the Department mission and roles of officers and support personnel.
• Working knowledge of the criminal justice system and associated terminology.
• Knowledge of Department policies and procedures, relevant laws, and limits of own authority.
• Ability to communicate effectively in all situations, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal effectively with hostile or aggressive persons and apply physical restraint techniques on persons in custody.
• Ability to obtain accurate, complete, descriptive information by telephone, and translate information taken into required form and format.
• Ability to relate to community members' needs in a positive professional manner.
• Skill in noticing important details.
• Skill in operating a computer with associated hardware and software and maintain appropriate keyboard proficiency.

Minimum Qualifications
Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent and be at least 21 years of age. Must be able to read, write, and speak fluently in English and have excellent inter-personal skills. Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License. Must possess sufficient strength and physical capacity to perform essential job functions, including application of physical restraint techniques, participation in defensive tactics training, and other required physical activity. Applicant history must be free of adult Felony arrests. Other history will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All applicants must successfully pass the Physical Fitness and Abilities Test and have a corrected vision of at least 20/20.

All lateral applicants must possess a valid Corrections certification from the Washington Basic Academy or other acceptable and qualified academy certified by the Washington State Law Enforcement Training Commission.

Preferred Qualifications
Twelve or more months of post Corrections academy experience is preferred.

Hours of Work
Must be available to work rotating shifts. Corrections staff currently work a combination of 8 and 12 hour shifts.

Working Conditions & Physical Activities

Corrections Officers schedule consists of varied shifts to include days, swings, or graveyards. Work is performed in and around the City of Kirkland Jail, City vehicles, regional facilities, training scenarios, various courts, and the greater Puget Sound community. The employee will be required to wear a uniform, carry weapons and tools associated with the job function, and maintain the ability to testify with credibility during legal proceedings.

Union Affiliation
The Kirkland Police Guild represents the Corrections Officer - Experienced position.

Selection Process
To apply, complete a short application and attach a short cover letter that covers: 1) How you heard about this opportunity, 2) Why you would like to work for the City of Kirkland, and 3) Name of your corrections academy with dates attended, and your current or former corrections experience.

The selection process will include an application review, interview process, physical fitness testing. Successful candidates will undergo a background check. Once a conditional offer of employment is made, an applicant will have a medical examination to include a drug screening, a psychological evaluation, and a Polygraph.

AUTHORIZATION FOR CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK: Pursuant to RCW 10.97, all finalists for positions are required to complete an authorization for the City of Kirkland to conduct a criminal history check. This may include additional fingerprint-based checks if deemed necessary to obtain the appropriate clearance for this position. Note: A conviction record will not necessarily disqualify you for employment unless such a record would reasonably affect your fitness for the job for which you have applied.

Firm Description

SHANLEY, APC is an established labor, employment, and employee benefits law firm with decades of experience serving labor unions and related entities.

The firm was originally founded in 1983 by John DeCarlo, whose legacy of excellence continues through the dedication and expertise of the firm’s current generation of attorneys. SHANLEY, APC places a high value on collaboration, intellectual curiosity, and commitment to excellence. With offices strategically located in Los Angeles, Sacramento, and Washington State, SHANLEY, APC is committed to providing premier legal services nationwide. 

Role Description

SHANLEY, APC is seeking a talented lateral Attorney for a full-time position in Seattle (Kent), WA . This position offers the opportunity to assume a pivotal role in all facets of litigation and engage in a diverse range of cases.

The Attorney will be responsible for representing labor union and related entity clients in labor and employment matters. The Attorney will conduct comprehensive legal research; draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, settlement agreements and correspondence to opposing counsel; conduct discovery and take depositions; attend hearings; engage in negotiations; stay abreast of the latest legal developments; and provide legal advice to clients. Collaboration with colleagues and clients on case strategy and delivering excellent legal counsel are key responsibilities. 

This position is on-site, at least initially. Hybrid work may be possible in the future.

Qualifications

• At least three years of prior practice as an attorney
• Excellent legal research, analysis, and writing skills
• Outstanding communication skills, including oral advocacy abilities
• Strong organization and planning skills to allow for tracking and management of multiple deadlines
• Strong work ethic and sense of duty and responsibility towards clients, goals, and work product
• Embrace a collaborative and collegial work approach
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and admission to the Washington State Bar

Preferred, but not required: 

• Prior experience in labor and employment law practice
• At least two years of prior litigation and case management experience
• Demonstrated commitment to the labor movement or social and economic justice

Salary Range & Benefits

• Competitive base salary, ranging from $145,000 to $165,000, commensurate with expertise and proficiency.
• Exceptional benefits package: employer-paid family health insurance, traditional pension plans, annual profit sharing, and tuition reimbursement.
• A stable and supportive work environment.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, references, and writing sample.

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• Design / Engineering
  
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  • Generate design documents for SCADA/Automation projects
    
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    • Develop design document narratives
      
    • Perform requirements analysis
      
    • Generate Sequence of Operations (SOO) / System Functional Documentation
      
    • Create Subsystem Designs (CAD / Panels / Layouts / Wiring / SCADA Screens / Hardware / Communications)
      
    • Comment Resolution
      
    
    
    
  • Reviews and comments on 3rd party design documents for SCADA/Automation projects in support of large programs/projects
    
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    • Review design document narratives
      
    • Perform execution and design scope gap analysis
      
    • Review Sequence of Operations / System Functional Documentation to ensure compliance with project requirements
      
    • Review Subsystem Designs (CAD / Panels / Layouts / Wiring / SCADA Screens / Hardware / Communications) for project compliance
      
    • Assist in reviewing project specifications
      
    • Assist in creation of testing plans and procedures for Integrated Systems Factory Testing
      
    
    
    
  
  
  
• Programming
  
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  • Program / configure / troubleshoot Controllers, PLCs, RTUs, and/or HMI systems
    
  
  
  
• Testing / Troubleshooting / Deployment / Commissioning
  
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  • Assist senior engineers in creating and updating testing and commissioning procedures
    
  • Preparation of test reports
    
  • Originates test procedures
    
  • Commissioning of deployed systems
    
  • Development of test equipment and simulation devices
    
  • Perform Factory and Field Testing
    
  
  
  
• Maintenance
  
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  • Perform troubleshooting on service calls to existing and legacy system operators
    
  • Perform hardware / software upgrades and replacements on existing systems
    
  
  
  

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• Estimates
  
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  • Assists senior engineers in preparation of cost estimates and supporting documentation
    
  • Work with relevant stakeholders to review scope of project
    
  • Conduct any surveys, inspections, tours, etc. of client sites, as required
    
  • Assists senior engineers in evaluation and pricing of change orders from vendors
    
  
  
  
• Personnel Management
  
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  • Assigns tasks and coordinates with Technical Staff
    
  • Provides technical direction and on-the-job training to drafters, engineering technicians, and less experienced engineers.
    
  
  
  

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• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and 5-7 years field experience
  
• Associate degree in the electrical field and 10 years field experience
  
• High school diploma and 15 years field experience
  
• 5 years' experience with designing and servicing controls systems for switchgear, substations, metering and SCADA/Fault Data/SER/Integration-Automation equipment installation and testing
  
• Experience in reading electrical and control schematics
  
• Experience in electrical power monitoring systems (EPMS) startup, configuration, and calibration
  
• Experience in testing and troubleshooting control and protection systems
  
• Experience using basic electrical and hand tools
  
• Experience using testing, calibration, or industry-specific tools and software
  
• Experience testing, reading/verifying all voltage and current inputs to relays; verifying all metering (local and SCADA); calibrating all relays; trip testing (local and SCADA); verifying all alarms (local and SCADA); verifying all alarms (local and SCADA); verifying all function switches, etc.
  
• Experience with 3 phase power systems; power system protection & control schemes; test equipment; test equipment software
  
• Must be a US CITIZEN
  

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• Experience in OT and IT networking technologies and topologies
  
• Experience troubleshooting and diagnosing OT and IT networks and protocols
  
• Experience in CAD/CAE Software (Visio, AutoCAD)
  
• Experience in schedule management software (Project, Primavera P6)
  
• Standard Office Software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access etc.)
  

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• Required Certifications
  
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  • Certification in one or more PLC / Automation Platform, such as: Niagara N4, Schneider Power Monitoring, Rockwell, Siemens, JCI, Eaton Foreseer, etc.
    
  • Certification in one or more SCADA platforms, such as: Iconics, Ignition, Aveva, etc.
    
  
  
  
• Preferred Licenses / Certifications
  
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  • Design Build Institute of America (DBIA)
    
  • Certified SCADA Security Architect (CSSA)
    
  • Certified Automation Professional (CAP)
    
  
  
  

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• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to computer screens for an extended period of time; Sitting for extended periods of time; Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction; Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard; Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences; Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand; Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing; Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense; Identify and understand the speech of another person.
  

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• Initiates design documents for small projects and in support of large programs
  
• Develops design documents narratives
  
• Performs requirements analysis
  
• Develops Sequence of Operations / System Functional Documentation
  
• Create Subsystem Designs (CAD / Panels / Layouts / Wiring / SCADA Screens / Hardware / Communications)
  
• Develops Specifications
  
• Performs QA/QC and technical reviews of designs
  
• Plans and Design Procedures and Equipment for Integrated Systems Factory Testing
  
• Comment Resolution
  

Mechanical-focused controls engineer (BAS/BMS)

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• Experience on EPMS monitoring
  
• Certifications in Platforms (at least one), familiarity with any others preferred: Ignition, Aveva, Automated Logic, Siemens, Schneider EBO, Niagara N4, Iconics Gen64
  
• Experience with Federal Government controls projects (ICS/EMCS/UMCS) preferred
  
• Familiarity with Cisco network switch programming and design preferred
  

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• Lead programming / configuration team efforts for complex automation and SCADA applications.
  
• Program / Configure / troubleshoot PLCs, RTUs, and/or HMI systems
  
• Testing / Troubleshooting / Deployment / Commissioning
  
• Author testing / commissioning procedures
  
• Preparation of test reports
  
• Originates test procedures
  
• Commissioning of deployed systems
  
• Development of test equipment and simulation devices
  
• Perform Factory and Field Testing
  

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• Perform troubleshooting on service calls to existing and legacy system operators
  
• Perform hardware / software upgrades and replacements on existing systems
  

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• Conducts any surveys, inspections, tours, etc. of client sites, as required
  
• Prepares cost estimates and supporting documents for small projects
  
• Perform hardware / software upgrades and replacements on existing systems
  
• Evaluation and pricing of change orders
  

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• Assigns technical tasks and coordinates with entry-level engineers
  
• Assigns tasks and coordinates with Technical Staff
  

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• Experience in reading electrical and control schematics and plans
  
• Experience in control system startup, configuration, and calibration
  
• Experience in testing and troubleshooting control systems
  
• Experience using basic electrical and machinist hand tools
  
• Experience using testing, calibration, or industry-specific tools and software
  
• 3-7 years' experience
  
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or higher
  
• Associate degree (add 3 years)
  
• High school diploma (add 5 years)
  
• Must be a US Citizen
  

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• Experience in computer networks
  
• Experience in CAD/CAE Software (Visio, AutoCAD)
  
• Experience in schedule management software
  
• Standard Office Software (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.)
  

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• Certification in one or more PLC / Automation Platform, such as: Niagara N4, Schneider, Rockwell, Siemens, etc.
  
• Certification in one or more SCADA platform, such as: Iconics, Ignition, etc.
  

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• Certification in one or more PLC / Automation Platform, such as: Niagara N4, Schneider, Rockwell, Siemens, etc.
  
• Certification in one or more SCADA platform, such as: Iconics, Ignition, etc.
  
• Design Build Institute of America (DBIA)
  
• Engineer in Training (EIT) in relevant in field
  

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• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to computer screens for an extended period of time; Sitting for extended periods of time; Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction; Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard; Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences; Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand; Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing; Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense; Identify and understand the speech of another person.