Police Officer

Recruiting Heroes LLC; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fairfax Police Department is actively hiring Police Officers for full-time on-site roles focusing on public service and community safety. This position requires applicants to meet specific qualifications, including age and educational requirements. Applicants are encouraged to apply to join a distinguished law enforcement team in a thriving community.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 20 years and 6 months old at application time.
• Valid driver's license required.
• U.S. citizenship is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Patrol designated areas to preserve law and order.
• Enforce laws and respond to community service requests.
• Conduct traffic enforcement and maintain records.

Skills

Communication

Stress Management

Education

High school diploma or valid GED certificate

Job description

City of Fairfax Police Department Fairfax, VA
In partnership with Recruiting Heroes

Position Overview

The City of Fairfax Police Department, located in Northern Virginia, is actively hiring Police Officers to join their exceptional team. This is a full-time, on-site role for those dedicated to public service and community safety.

$63,828 $107,249 annually

Hiring Process

Applications are now being accepted to establish an eligibility list. Selected applicants will undergo a comprehensive eight-step hiring process:

Application Completion

Written Test (waived for DCJS-certified applicants)

Initial Interview

Conditional Job Offer

Polygraph Testing

Structured Interview

Psychological and Physical Examination

Note: Applicants currently certified by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) are not required to attend the 21-week Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy.

Qualifications

To be considered, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Minimum 20 years and 6 months of age at time of application (no upper age limit)

High school diploma or valid GED certificate

Valid drivers license

U.S. citizenship at time of application

No felony or domestic assault convictions

Strong communication skills and the ability to react swiftly under pressure

Meet vision standards (see full description for specifics)

Successfully complete the applicant screening process

Tattoos & Appearance Policy

Sworn officers must comply with department grooming and appearance standards.

Prohibited Tattoos: Obscene, offensive, gang-related, or discriminatory

Visible Tattoos: Not allowed on the head, neck, or face

Questionable tattoos require written explanation and photo for review

Non-compliant tattoos must be fully covered

Officers must also agree to a non-tobacco use clause as part of their employment agreement.

Examples of Duties

Patrol designated areas to preserve law and order

Enforce laws and ordinances

Respond to calls involving suspicious activity, criminal incidents, and community service requests

Conduct traffic enforcement

Prepare reports and maintain records

Perform all other duties as assigned

Additional Information

Work Schedule: Permanent 12-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays

Bilingual applicants, especially Spanish-speaking individuals, are strongly encouraged to apply

Minorities and women are encouraged to apply

Applicants must provide accurate email and mailing address

Contact a background detective at 703-385-7955 for more information

Note: Applicants who have applied within the past 12 months are not eligible to reapply at this time.

Ready to serve a thriving community with a respected law enforcement agency?

Apply now and take the first step toward a meaningful career with the City of Fairfax Police Department.