Police Officer Recruit

City of Fredericksburg; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 54,400 - 73,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits included

Job summary

The City of Fredericksburg's Fredericksburg Police Department is seeking a Police Officer Recruit for full-time duty. Starting salary is $64,000 and includes benefits. The role involves participating in the department's testing process and, if hired, entering the October 2026 Law Enforcement Basic class.

Applicants must meet state and city requirements, pass written and physical tests on scheduled Saturdays, and complete a thorough background check. Registration is required; contact Sgt.

Qualifications

• 21 years of age by graduation of academy.
• United States citizen.
• Valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of work experience involving public contact.
• No more than two moving violations within the previous 24 months.
• No record of convictions within the previous 60 months for DUI, eluding, leaving the scene of an accident, or vehicular manslaughter.
• No record of a second or subsequent DUI.
• Not have a positive result on a pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the written and physical agility testing process.
• Attend the October 2026 Law Enforcement Basic class if hired.
• Support testing and eligibility processes for future vacancies.
• Prepare for city police duties and community protection.

Skills

Public interaction experience

Ability to pass physical and written测试

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Police Officer Recruit

CITY OF FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA

Starting Salary: $64,000. Full-Time | 40 Hours/Week. Benefits included.

What You’ll Do

The Fredericksburg Police Department will administer the written and physical agility tests for the position of full-time police officer on the following dates.

• Saturday July 11th, 2026, at 8:00am
• Saturday July 25th, 2026, at 8:00am
• Saturday August 15th, 2026, at 8:00am
• Saturday September 15th, 2026, at 8:00am

Registration is required. Contact Sgt. Velasco with name, address, and telephone number. If hired, attend the October 2026 Law Enforcement Basic class. Testing also forms an eligibility list for future vacancies.

Day of Testing

• Be punctual. You will not be accepted after the scheduled testing time. Testing will be held at the Fredericksburg Police Department, 2200 Cowan Boulevard, Fredericksburg, VA 22401.
• Be prepared. Review materials online. Bring a valid driver’s license. Bring water and snacks.
• Dress appropriately. Arrive in fitness attire and athletic shoes. Expect 2 hours written testing and 4 hours physical testing.
• Unauthorized items. Backpacks, bags, cell phones, smart watches or other electronic devices that access the internet are not permitted.

Testing Process

The entire selection process includes:

• Written exam
• Physical agility and LawFit testing
• Verification of previous work performance and driving history
• Polygraph examination
• Psychological examination
• Background investigation
• Police ride‑along
• Senior panel oral review board
• Interview with the chief of police
• Medical exam

LawFit fitness test includes: one repetition of maximum weight bench press, one minute maximum sit‑ups, sit & reach, maximum pull‑ups, maximum push‑ups to exhaustion, 1.5‑mile run, obstacle course in 1 minute 36 seconds or less. A minimum score of 169 points is required.

Why Join Our Team?

• A career with purpose. Join a dynamic team where collaboration, creativity, and professional growth are valued, and you can make a meaningful impact every day.
• Comprehensive benefits. The city offers medical, vision, and dental coverage, paid leave, paid training, and participation in the Virginia Retirement System.

Minimum Qualifications

• 21 years of age by graduation of academy
• United States citizen
• Valid driver’s license
• High school diploma or GED
• One year of work experience involving public contact
• No more than two moving violations within the previous 24 months
• No record of convictions within the previous 60 months for DUI, eluding, leaving the scene of an accident, or vehicular manslaughter
• No record of a second or subsequent DUI
• No current or previous revocations or suspension of license within the previous 60 months due to a moving violation
• Not have been convicted of or pleaded guilty or no contest to a felony or any offense that would be a felony if committed in the Commonwealth of Virginia
• Not have been convicted of or pleaded guilty or no contest to a Class 1 or 2 misdemeanor involving moral turpitude or any offense that would be a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, including petty larceny under 18.2‑96, or any offense involving moral turpitude that would be a misdemeanor
• Not have been convicted of or pleaded guilty or no contest to any misdemeanor sex offense in the Commonwealth of Virginia, another state, or the United States, including sexual battery under 18.2‑67.4 or consensual sexual intercourse with a minor 15 or older under clause (ii) of 18.2‑371
• Not have been convicted of or pleaded guilty or no contest to domestic assault under 18.2‑57.2, or any offense that would be domestic assault under the laws of another state or the United States
• 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
• Not have a positive result on a pre‑employment drug screening

Persons testing should be interested in a full‑time position involving general police work in protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances in the City of Fredericksburg and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

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.

Apply online: www.fredericksburgva.gov/careers