Police Officer Part-Time (DCJS L.E. Certified)

City of Fredericksburg; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Fredericksburg, Virginia, is hiring a Virginia DCJS Law Enforcement Certified Police Officer Part-Time. Under general supervision, you will patrol City streets, deter crime, respond to incidents, and enforce laws while serving the community.

The role emphasizes community engagement, traffic safety, investigations, and collaboration with other agencies. The position offers flexible hours (24/week) with a starting pay range of $30.77–$46.11 per hour, depending on DOQ, and the opportunity

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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 trainings.
• This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to build a stable, rewarding career while serving the City of Fredericksburg.

Education

Virginia DCJS Certification (Police Officer)

Job description

Police Officer Part-Time (DCJS L.E. Certified)

CITY OF FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA

Serve with Honor, Protect with Pride!

Hiring Range: $30.77/hour - $46.11/hour DOQ

Part‑Time | 24 Hours/Week

Start a Stable, Essential Career Serving Your Community!

What You’ll Do

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). The primary responsibilities will be a Community Police Officer (CPO) in the downtown district.

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.

Law Enforcement and Investigation

• 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.

Traffic and Public Safety

• 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.

Community Engagement and Public Relations

• 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.

Collaboration and Court Assistance

• 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.

Administrative and Special Assignments

• Complete and review paperwork documenting activities and incidents.
• Maintain police vehicles and equipment.
• Perform administrative duties such as dispatching and records processing.
• Attend trainings.

Why Join Our Team?

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.

This opportunity will remain open until filled.

Questions? Please contact:

Sergeant Adrian Velasco

540-654-5716

[e-mail]

Email correspondence is preferred.

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.