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

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

Job summary

The City of Fredericksburg, Virginia, is seeking a Virginia DCJS Law Enforcement Certified Police Officer for a part-time role. Under supervision, you will patrol City streets, respond to calls, enforce laws, and support community policing in the downtown district.

This position offers an hourly wage range of $30.77–$46.11 with a 24-hour per week schedule, and opportunities to serve the public while advancing in a stable essential career.

Qualifications

• Virginia DCJS Law Enforcement Certified required.
• Ability to patrol and enforce laws across city areas.

Responsibilities

• Patrol city streets and neighborhoods to deter crime; respond to calls for law enforcement assistance.
• Apprehend and arrest violators; conduct investigations and collect evidence.
• Enforce traffic and parking laws, including DUI enforcement, and assist in traffic control.

Skills

DCJS Law Enforcement Certification

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.