Police Officer - Out-of-State Experienced Officer

City of Chesapeake; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Chesapeake is seeking police officers to provide essential 24-hour service in the community. Applicants must complete a police academy or have equivalent training, hold a valid driver’s license, and meet City Driving Standards. Rotating schedules including weekends and holidays are required.

Applicants should demonstrate empathy, strong communication, community engagement, and fitness to serve in a diverse urban environment. Training and advancement opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and completion of a police academy or comparable training.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet City Driving Standards.
• Must work rotating schedules including weekends and holidays for 24-hour service.

Skills

Empathy & sensitivity

Effective communication

Community engagement

Professional development

Collaborative team player

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Completion of Chesapeake Police Academy or comparable training

Tools

Valid driver’s license

City Driving Standards

Job description

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires a high school diploma or GED and successful completion of the Chesapeake Police Academy, another acceptable Police Academy, or comparable training.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with the City Driving Standards. Special skills or equipment certification will be required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: This job classification provides service to the community on a 24-hour basis. To accommodate the 24-hour service, this job classification is required to work rotating schedules, which include working weekends and holidays, and may involve work over regularly scheduled hours when required by operational necessity.

• Must be a United States citizen
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• When coming from outside of Virginia, law enforcement officers must meet the minimum training standards as outlined in the Compulsory Minimum Training Standards and Performance Outcomes . Training exemptions are reviewed and determined on a case-by case basis.
• Must have at least 3 years/36 months continuous law enforcement experience commensurate with those of a Virginia law enforcement officer (i.e. respond to calls for service, take reports of crime, conduct traffic stops, issue summons, make arrests).
• Must currently be serving as a state or local Law Enforcement Officer.
• Must be in good standing with curent / former employers.
• Must meet all requirements of 15.2-1705 Code of Virginia.
• Must submit valid certifications, training records, and other requested documents.

Automatic Disqualifying Factors

Disqualification factors from the date of the application include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to any felony.
• Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to a misdemeanor involving acts of moral turpitude (lying, cheating, and stealing).
• Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to a misdemeanor sex offense.
• Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to domestic assault.
• Conviction of possession, manufacture, and/or distribution of illegal drugs, excluding possession of marijuana or any cannabis derivative.
• Use of Cocaine, LSD , PCP , or any type of hallucinogenic drug in the last five years. (Subject to ADA guidlines)
• Dishonorable discharge, Bad conduct/Misconduct discharge, and Other than Honorable discharges from military service. General and Uncharacterized discharges from military service will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
• Untruthfulness or the withholding of pertinent information during any phase of the application process (e.g. application, interview, paperwork).
• Cheating on any examination or testing associated with the process.
• Tattoo Policy, any large tattoo’s on the neck, head and/or face are prohibited; however, small tattoos are on a case by case basis for approval by the Chief.
• Permanent body modifications such as earlobe stretching, subdermal implants, or similar alterations that are extreme, distracting or undermine professional decorum are prohibited.
• Firearm Eligibility Requirement: Applicants must be eligible to obtain a Virginia Concealed Handgun Permit in accordance with
• 18.2-308.09 and 18 USC
• 922 . Any disqualifying factors under this statute will result in removal from the hiring process.
• An acceptable driving record is determined as follows:
• No more than two convictions involving any moving violation within the last twelve months.
• No violations or convictions that indicate the valid driver’s license is/was denied, suspended, or revoked during the past two years for any reason other than failure to pay fines or other non-drug or alcohol related administrative reason(s).
• No drug or alcohol related driving convictions within the past three years.
• No more than one conviction of reckless driving or driving 20 or more miles over the speed limit within the last three years.
• Convictions which are so egregious that they could be deemed negligent in the City’s duties to the public may be addressed separately through the City’s Disciplinary Policy or may result in disqualification of an applicant, intern, or volunteer. The date of conviction and anticipated date of hire will be used when determining eligibility under this policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Full-service uniform patrol experience.
• Empathy and Sensitivity: Ability to empathize and connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust and understanding in challenging situations.
• Effective Communicator: Exceptional communication skills, including active listening and clear articulation, enabling positive interactions with diverse community members and fostering trust and collaboration within the team.
• Community Engagement: Prior experience or involvement in community engagement initiatives, outreach programs, or volunteer work.
• Professional Development: Eagerness to engage in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on providing fair and impartial police services.
• Collaborative Team Player: Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit, contributing positively to a diverse team environment.
• Physical Fitness:Willing to maintain physical fitness and stamina, ensuring the ability to effectively perform law enforcement duties and maintain safety for oneself and others, regardless of gender.