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Some of what you'll be doing: As a Police Recruiting Specialist, you will lead all recruitment activities for the Port of Seattle Police Department, working closely with commissioned and non-commissioned staff on the recruitment of officers and civil service personnel. You will be stationed within the police department, and connect talent acquisition strategy directly to operational law enforcement needs. You will also manage candidate outreach, recruitment events, civil service hiring compliance, and long-term workforce planning. + You will ensure recruitment efforts advance Port-wide equity, diversity, and inclusion objectives, while serving as the primary liaison between Human Resources (HR), Police leadership, and the Civil Service Commission. + You will collaborate with the Police recruitment team, Labor Relations, and HR to align civil service processes, outreach, and selection. + You will oversee job postings, testing, oral boards, and eligibility lists and serve as the main contact for candidates and train panel members on interview techniques, evaluation criteria, and bias mitigation. + You will lead targeted outreach to attract diverse, mission-driven candidates, focusing on underrepresented communities. + You will build partnerships with academies, military bases, schools, and community groups and represent the Port Police at events and co-host informational sessions on careers and the hiring process. + You will proactively source passive candidates through associations, networks, LinkedIn, and other platforms. You will also leverage new technologies and digital tools to expand reach, streamline communication, and enhance candidate engagement. + You will manage full-cycle police recruitment in partnership with the Senior Recruiter for Public Safety, Talent Acquisition (TA) Manager and TA Lead, including coordination with public safety testing vendors and the Civil Service Commission. + You will oversee and refine recruitment workflows, oral boards, and assessments to ensure efficiency, transparency, and a positive candidate experience. + You will ensure all processes comply with civil service rules, (RCWs), collective bargaining agreements, and internal policies, supporting equitable and lawful hiring practices. + You will support the Civil Service Commission and Police Department by interpreting and revising rules, coordinating with Legal and Labor Relations, maintaining records, and occasionally serving as secretary as needed. + You will track recruitment data to evaluate outreach effectiveness and identify improvement areas. You will also share regular updates with HR, police leadership, and civil service partners. + You will collaborate with the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and the Police Department to support implementation of policing assessment recommendations. Who you are: + Experienced u2013 You have five (5) years of full cycle recruiting experience in law enforcement or public safety, including supporting workforce planning efforts, designing recruitment strategies, candidate outreach efforts, and facilitating all levels of the public safety hiring process. Facilitation includes such things as overseeing testing, oral boards, hiring evaluations, and related civil service commission meetings. + Desired u2013 We hope you have a SHRM-CP or PHR certification. + Committed to Equity u2013 You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees. + Proficient u2013 You have extensive expertise in civil service rules and public sector compliance, including RCWs, union environments, background and psychological/physical evaluations, and workforce planning. You are skilled in innovative outreach, familiar with police academy structures, and well-versed in law enforcement hiring processes, language, and timelines. You apply best practices in recruitment and collaboration with police teams, manage hiring within civil service systems, and support Civil Service Commissions through oral boards, candidate outreach, and public safety testing. + Diversity-Oriented u2013 You are skilled in building trust and engagement across diverse communities and candidate pools. You are also skilled in and committed to inclusive, accessible, and bias-aware recruitment practices. + Collaborator u2013 You are skilled in building and maintaining strong relationships with HR, sworn staff, and community partners to align recruitment goals. + Analytical & Organized u2013 You are skilled in evaluating, optimizing, and documenting complex recruitment workflows. What else you need to know: + Work Schedule u2013 Your normal work schedule will be Monday u2013 Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (40 hours per week). Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role. You may be required to work any and all assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays. You may be required to work during emergencies. + Work Environment u2013 This position is based in a hybrid/in-office setting with a minimum requirement of three days in the office each week. + Washington State Residency Requirement u2013 Employees must establish a residence in Washington state within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State. + Security Requirements u2013 As the successful candidate, you must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check as well as a criminal history background check with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Your employment will be contingent upon obtaining a Port of Seattle ID badge upon clearance. In this role, you will be required to access Port of Seattle Police Department equipment, office locations, systems and/or vehicles. In compliance with Federal and State laws as the successful candidate, you will be required to pass a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) criminal history background check. Why you'll love it here: The Port of Seattle offers an extensive benefits package that rewards our staff for their valuable contributions towards the Portu2018s mission. In addition to the summary below, benefit details for non-represented positions can be found on the Port of Seattleu2018s website. If the position is represented by a union, please refer to the u201c Collective Bargaining Agreement u201d or contact the appropriate Union Representative for specific information related to benefits and eligibility. + Healthcare u2013 Medical, Dental, and Vision Care with options that work for you and your family. + Paid Vacation u2013 Just about four weeks per year that increases with tenure to rest and rejuvenate. + Paid Sick Leave u2013 At least one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked. + Holidays u2013 More than ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends away from work. + Pension/Retirement Plans u2013 A pension and additional savings plans to prepare for your future after the Port. + Getting to Work u2013 From subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work hybrid. + Parental Leave u2013 Six weeks of paid leave to spend with new additions to your immediate family. + Development u2013 From tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments and internal internships, we support a learning culture. + Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion u2013 The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees u2013 regardless of race, gender, and other identities u2013 succeed and reach their fullest potential. + Work-Life Balance u2013 We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced. + Mission Driven u2013 We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce, and job creation in an equitable, accountable, and environmentally responsible manner. Why the Port of Seattle: Every role at the Port of Seattle is vital to our thriving community. We are a leader in moving people and cargo across the country and around the world. With facilities and property ranging in scope from a half-acre park to one of the largest airports and container terminals on the West Coast, we maximize the public assets in our portfolio with an eye toward best uses and environmental sustainability. Find out more here . Our vision is to create a Port that mirrors u2013 throughout its breadth of operations and services and within its leadership u2013 the diversity of our communities, instill principles of equity into its culture, and ensures a fair and intentional distribution of opportunities to expand economic develop and quality of life for all in our region. Find out more about how our values RAISE us up and our commitment to equity . Location: Seattle Tacoma International Airport Organization: Talent Management Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-time Posting Expires: Dec 10, 2025, 11:59:00 PM Minimum Salary: 114,478.00 Midpoint Salary: 154,882.00Req ID: 003791The Port of Seattle is an equal opportunity employer that values diverse perspectives and life experiences. 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