Police Officer (Certified Lateral)
Fredericksburg
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Job summary
The City of Fredericksburg, Virginia is hiring a Police Officer (Certified Lateral) to join the Fredericksburg Police Department. Under general supervision, officers perform general law enforcement duties to preserve the public peace and protect lives and property.
The role includes patrol, investigations, traffic enforcement, and community engagement. Starting salary ranges from $64,000 to $95,905 DOQ for full-time, 40 hours per week with benefits.
Qualifications
- Current Virginia DCJS Certified officer with 3 years’ experience.
- No more than two moving violations within previous 24 months.
- No revocations or suspensions within previous 60 months due to moving violations.
- Background check including fingerprint-based criminal history inquiries.
- Must complete physical examination after conditional offer.
- Polygraph examination required.
- Must complete Lawfit course.
Responsibilities
- Patrol city streets, river bank, parks to deter crime and protect the public.
- Investigate traffic accidents and enforce traffic laws, assist motorists.
- Interview witnesses, gather information, and preserve evidence.
- Engage in community service and promote the department’s image.
- Collaborate with other agencies and assist prosecutors in court.
- Complete paperwork and maintain police vehicles and equipment.
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Job description
Police Officer (Certified Lateral) CITY OF FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA
Serve with Honor, Protect with Pride!
Starting Salary: $64,000 - $95,905 DOQ Full-Time | 40 Hours/Week l Benefits Start a Stable, Essential Career Serving Your Community!
Police Officer (Certified Lateral) CITY OF FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA Serve with Honor, Protect with Pride! Starting Salary: $64,000 - $95,905 DOQ Full-Time | 40 Hours/Week l Benefits Start a Stable, Essential Career Serving Your Community!
The Fredericksburg Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Virginia DCJS Law Enforcement Certified Police Officer. Under general supervision, Officers perform general law enforcement work in order to preserve the public peace, to protect lives, property, and the rights of the public. A police officer enforces statutory laws and municipal ordinances. Work involves patrolling of City streets, River Bank, City Parks and neighborhoods to deter crime; apprehend and/or arrest violators or suspects; responds to calls for law enforcement assistance; investigates traffic accidents and enforce traffic regulations; and gathers information for criminal investigations. A police officer also assures appropriate custody and control of prisoners. (Attends court and mandatory off duty details) Patrol and Crime Prevention- Reduce crime and maintain public peace by patrolling the city via various methods.
- Become familiar with patrol zones, geographic locations, offenders, and potential problem areas.
- Inspect troublesome areas and recommend security measures.
- Apprehend and arrest individuals violating laws and city codes.
- Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations for various criminal cases.
- Interview witnesses, informants, and suspects to gather information and evidence.
- Secure and analyze crime scenes, collect and process evidence.
- Enforce traffic and parking laws, including DUIs.
- Investigate traffic accidents and aid in controlling traffic.
- Assist disabled motorists and perform traffic control at public events.
- Engage in community service activities to promote the department's positive image.
- Investigate domestic disputes and make appropriate referrals.
- Investigate complaints and prepare reports for lost and found property and persons.
- Work with other law enforcement agencies to share information and apprehend suspects.
- Assist prosecutors in preparing cases for trial and serve as a credible witness in court.
- Seek and serve arrest and search warrants, and handle court documents.
- Complete and review paperwork documenting activities and incidents.
- Maintain police vehicles and equipment.
- Perform administrative duties such as dispatching and records processing.
- Attend training and possibly serve in special roles like Field Training Officer or K-9 unit.
- Reduce crime and maintain public peace by patrolling the city via various methods.
- Become familiar with patrol zones, geographic locations, offenders, and potential problem areas.
- Inspect troublesome areas and recommend security measures.
- Apprehend and arrest individuals violating laws and city codes.
- Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations for various criminal cases.
- Interview witnesses, informants, and suspects to gather information and evidence.
- Secure and analyze crime scenes, collect and process evidence.
- Enforce traffic and parking laws, including DUIs.
- Investigate traffic accidents and aid in controlling traffic.
- Assist disabled motorists and perform traffic control at public events.
- Engage in community service activities to promote the department's positive image.
- Investigate domestic disputes and make appropriate referrals.
- Investigate complaints and prepare reports for lost and found property and persons.
- Work with other law enforcement agencies to share information and apprehend suspects.
- Assist prosecutors in preparing cases for trial and serve as a credible witness in court.
- Seek and serve arrest and search warrants, and handle court documents.
- Complete and review paperwork documenting activities and incidents.
- Maintain police vehicles and equipment.
- Perform administrative duties such as dispatching and records processing.
- Attend training and possibly serve in special roles like Field Training Officer or K-9 unit.
A Career with Purpose Join a dynamic team where collaboration, creativity, and professional growth are valued, and where you can make a meaningful impact every day.
Comprehensive Benefits The City provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental coverage, paid leave, paid trainingand participation in the Virginia Retirement System.
- Current Virginia DCJS Certified officer with 3 years’ experience in law enforcement.
- No more than two moving violations within previous 24 months
- No current or previous revocations of suspension of license within previous 60 months due to a moving violation
- Undergo a background investigation including fingerprint-based criminal history records inquiries to both the CCRE and FBI
- Undergo a physical examination, subsequent to a conditional offer of employment
- Polygraph Examination
- Must complete lawfit course
BE PART OF SOMETHING ESSENTIAL This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to build a stable, rewarding career while serving the City of Fredericksburg. Join a knowledgeable, dedicated team that values accuracy, fairness, collaboration, public service, and committed to the City’s Core Values
The City of Fredericksburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
This opportunity will remain open until filled.
Questions? Please contact:
Sergeant Adrian Velasco
540-654-5716
avelasco@pd.fredericksburgva.gov
Email correspondence is preferred.
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