Public Safety Positions

The majority of positions at the police department are filled through the civil service process.

  • Candidates seeking an Entry-Level or Lateral Police Officer position first test through Public Safety Testing.
  • For more information or upcoming test dates visit the Public Safety Testing web site or call (866) HIRE-911.
  • When the Police Department is in need of establishing an eligibility list, candidates that selected Ellensburg to receive their test scores will be contacted.