Bainbridge Island Police Department

Bainbridge Island Police Department officers teamed up with neighboring law enforcement agencies for maritime and vessel training last week.

Summer festivities are in full swing! Just a friendly reminder to keep our community safe—fireworks are prohibited.

Be a part of a great team!

Now Hiring: Public Safety Systems Technician

Kitsap 911, an award-winning emergency dispatch center located in beautiful Bremerton, WA, is looking for a Public Safety Systems Technician to join our high-performing Technical Services team.



This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on technology work and wants to support life-saving public safety communications every day.



What you’ll do:
· Provide help desk support for internal and external users
· Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and radio system issues
· Assist with land mobile radio systems, IT support, and equipment setup
· Support GIS and Enhanced 911 address systems
· Help maintain inventory, equipment, and facility operations
· Participate in on-call rotation supporting a 24/7 emergency operations environment


Why Kitsap 911?
· Competitive salary $39.04 - $53.70 Hourly
· Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
· Paid Sick & Vacation Leave
· Washington PERS Retirement
· Professional Development Opportunities
· Clear Career Advancement Path


What we’re looking for:
· Experience in IT, help desk support, or radio systems
· Strong problem-solving skills and good judgment
· Ability to stay calm and support users under pressure
· Team-oriented mindset and willingness to learn and grow

Position is open until June 16, 2026 at 8 AM.

For detailed benefit information, go to www.kitsap911.org/benefits

Apply today: www.kitsap911.org/jobs

Boating season is here! Make sure you're ready to enjoy the water by renewing your boat registration as soon as possible.
In our state, boat registrations are good for the period of July 1 through June 30 each year. This is a popular time to renew, so don't delay. If your boat is currently registered, renew online or visit a vehicle/vessel licensing office in person.

We hope everyone is enjoying this sunny day!
Officer Whitney says, "Suns Out, Tongues Out"

Warm weather is on its way, and so are the season's best celebrations.
For residents and visitors, please remember that fireworks are prohibited on Bainbridge Island by City ordinance (Chapter 8.28). Violation of the municipal code is a civil infraction and is subject to a monetary penalty and a default amount of $500.00 plus statutory assessments. Continued violation is a misdemeanor offense

Kitsap 911 has implemented AI-assisted technology on our new non-emergency phone line at 360-328-7711.

Every day, Kitsap 911 answers both emergency and non-emergency calls from our community. While every call matters, not every situation requires an emergency response. AI-assisted technology can help answer routine questions, collect information, and connect callers with the right resources more quickly.
What does that mean for the community?
🚨 Faster access to emergency call takers during critical incidents
📞 Reduced wait times for non-emergency callers
👩‍💻 Better support for dispatch staff during high call volumes
⏱ More efficient service overall

Artificial intelligence will not replace our telecommunicators. It is a tool designed to support the professionals who remain at the center of emergency communications every day.

The non-emergency line should be used for situations that do not require an immediate police, fire, or medical response, including noise complaints, parking concerns, abandoned vehicles, crimes that are not currently in progress, or incidents that occurred earlier and are being reported after the fact, such as thefts, vandalism, or property damage. Emergencies or situations involving an immediate threat to life, safety, or property should still be reported to 911.

For non-emergency assistance, call 360-328-7711.