Salary & Benefits

Starting Salary (Monthly)

Academy: $7,110

Completed Academy to 12 months: $7,466

13 to 24 months: $7,875

25 to 36 months: $8,544

37 to 48 months: $9,271

>48 months: $10,059

Paid Leave (Accrued per year):

Vacation:

0 to 5 years:     96 hours

6 to 10 year: 132 hours

11 to 15 year: 150 hours

16 to 20 years: 180 hours

21 to 25 years: 204 hours

26 to 30 years: 220 hours

>30 years: 228 hours

Sick Leave:   96 hours

Holiday Leave: 134 hours

NEW FOR LATERALS: Up to 100 hours vacation and 100 hours sick leave match. Must be able to demonstrate eligible leave balance at time of separation from prior agency.

On Call / Extra-Duty 3%:

Detectives

SWAT

Major Accident Team (Traffic)

Major Crime Scene Team

K9

Total Station Team

Crisis Negotiation Team (SWAT)

Firearms & DT Instructors

Bomb Disposal Unit


Other Specialties / Incentives:

Take-Home Car Program

Mall Officer

School Resource Officer

Instructor Pay

Technology Detective

Language Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Field Training Officer* 

*(7% with student Officer)


Healthcare / Retirement:

Medical / Dental / Vision

LEOFF-2 State Retirement 

MEBT City Retirement (401a)

Deferred Comp (2% match 457b)

Health Retirement Account (HRA)

Life & AD&D insurance

Career Development*:

Longevity Up to 9.25%

Associate’s Degree 2%

Bachelor’s Degree 4%

Residency 1%

*Max – 14.25%


Military:

VA benefits (OJT through GI Bill)

Veteran’s Preference for PST test

Military Leave Accommodations

Active Duty Shared Leave


Uniforms / Equipment:

Issued uniforms and equipment 

Yearly clothing/boots/equipment allowance  

External load-bearing vest carrier option

Department-issued pistol and rifle (Glock 17 & AR-15)

Ability to use approved personally-owned firearms 

Dry cleaning service available

Department-issued cell phone

Supporting Women in Law Enforcement at FWPD:

At the Federal Way Police Department, we recognize the value of diversity and are committed to creating an environment where all officers—regardless of gender—are supported in their careers. While we do not set quotas, we actively work to ensure that women in law enforcement have the resources, mentorship, and workplace accommodations they need to thrive.

Dedicated Support for Women Officers

  • Private & Sanitary Lactation Space – A dedicated area for breastfeeding mothers to pump in privacy, complete with a separate refrigerator for breast milk storage to ensure convenience and peace of mind.

  • Uniform Accommodations – Our quartermaster ensures uniform alterations during and after pregnancy at no cost to the officer, recognizing the importance of fit and comfort.

  • Wellness & Recovery Resources – Our department prioritizes officer wellness with access to a massage chair, red light therapy, and a designated quiet space to help officers decompress from the stresses of the job.

  • Commitment to Career Growth – We actively mentor and support women officers in advancing their careers, ensuring they have the same opportunities for leadership and professional development.

If you are looking for a career in law enforcement where your contributions are valued and your well-being is a priority, FWPD is the place for you.

Join us and be part of a department that invests in its officers.