Certified Police Officer

CivicPlus, LLC; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Williamsburg Police Department seeks a certified police officer to enforce laws, take citizen reports, and perform traffic enforcement and escorts in the Williamsburg area.

The role includes assisting the public, aiding motorists, processing crime scenes, providing first aid, and supporting fire, human services, and other agencies. Eligible candidates must meet the listed qualifications and pass background checks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Acceptable criminal background check and drug screen results.
• Valid Virginia driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Minimum age 21; good health; vision 20/30; not color blind; no felonies or domestic violence convictions.

Responsibilities

• Enforce laws of the Commonwealth and City government; take reports of citizen complaints.
• Perform traffic enforcement and escorts; assist citizens and tourists with information and directions.
• Process crime scenes and render emergency first aid; assist fire department and human services.
• Investigate missing persons and handle parking enforcement; serve legal documents; assist other agencies as needed.

Skills

Driver's license

Good health

Moral character

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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The City of Williamsburg Police Department is seeking a qualified professional to fill the position of Certified Police Officer. This position is responsible for enforcing the laws of the Commonwealth and City government; taking reports of citizen complaints; traffic enforcement and escorts; assisting citizens in need; calming domestic disturbances; aiding motorists; providing local information and directions to tourists; processing crime scenes; rendering emergency first aid; assisting the fire department; assisting human services; assisting the public during natural or precipitated disasters; investigating missing persons; parking enforcement; serving legal documents and assisting other law enforcement agencies.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Special Qualifications:

• Acceptable criminal background check and drug screen results
• Must possess a valid Virginia driver's license and have an acceptable driving record based upon city criteria
• Must be able to perform activities listed above and meet the minimum qualifications as listed below:

• Must be at least 21 years of age,
• Good mental and physical health,
• Vision correctable to 20/30 and no color blindness,
• Be of good moral character,
• Have no felony or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude,
• Having no convictions of a crime involving Domestic Violence,

The City of Williamsburg is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Category Police Status Open Salary Certified - $59,674.66 (starting salary, negotiable with experience) Posted September 29, 2026 8:00 AM Closing December 1, 2026 11:59 PM Attached Files Police Officer