Marine Police Officer

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Gloucester (VA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Marine Resources Commission seeks a Marine Police Officer (State Role Title: Law Enforcement Officer II) to enforce laws on marine life conservation and boating safety, and to inspect vessels and licensing. The role requires flexible, rotating shifts and potential academy training for non-certified hires.

The position offers a $50,000 starting range with a competitive state pay band, and candidates must meet basic qualifications including age, education, and driving license.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Possession of a valid Virginia driver’s license is required.
• Law Enforcement Certification is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Enforce laws on marine life conservation and boating safety.
• Board vessels for inspections and licensing checks; perform patrols.
• Respond to emergencies, conduct searches, and support homeland security duties.
• Work seven days a week with rotating shifts; attendance at academy may be required for non-certified hires.

Skills

Communication

Policy interpretation

Reporting

Boating knowledge

Diversity communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Law Enforcement Certification (desirable)

Valid Virginia Driver’s License

Job description

Title: Marine Police Officer

State Role Title:Law Enforcement Officer II

Hiring Range: $50,000

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Marine Resources Commission

Location:MAIN OFFICE

Agency Website: WWW.MRC.VIRGINIA.GOV

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

VMRC is recruiting for a Marine Police Officer. Marine Police Officers (MPO’s) serve as uniformed officers with responsibilities for consistent and effective enforcement of the laws and regulations on marine life conservation, exercises authority in boarding vessels for inspecting harvesting and transporting; licensing, polluted area sanitation; boating safety and navigation; performing search, rescue, and assistance on the waterways. MPO’s duties include:

• Issue summonses and make appearances in court;
• Serve on major vessels and operate radio-equipped patrol cars;
• Performs dockside inspections and boards commercial and recreational boats;
• Special assignments involving homeland security or undercover observation;
• Variable work schedules to include seven (7) days a week with rotating shifts;
• Non-certified hires will be required to attend the Law Enforcement Academy.

Minimum Qualifications

• Law Enforcement Certification is desired, but not required;*
• Must be at least 21 years of age;
• Must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED);
• Must be eligible for a Valid Virginia Driver’s License;
• Must be able to communicate with a diverse population;
• Must be able to interpret and apply policy/regulations in order to make sound decisions;
• Ability to effectively complete reports and files;
• Desire candidates that are familiar with Virginia waters and boating;
• Must be free from commercial fishing interests;
• Desire candidates that are familiar with Virginia waters and boating

Additional Considerations

Applicants must be free from commercial fishing interests. Applicants must complete physical agility assessment, written test, criminal background investigation, credit check, physical exam, and drug testing. Federal law prohibits a person convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence from carrying a firearm. All new hires must complete a 12-month probationary period.

Contact Information

Name: Malinda Cross

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.