Police Officer Recruit

Charlottesville Police Department; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Charlottesville Police Department invites applications for the position of Police Officer Recruit. Recruits will undergo Virginia state certified training at the Central Shenandoah Criminal Justice Training Academy, supported by instructional staff.

During academy and field training, recruits perform basic law enforcement duties, participate in ride-alongs, and learn jurisdictional laws and department policies, with commitment to integrity and public safety.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a written exam, physical agility test, interviews, and background investigations.
• Must obtain and maintain VCIN and Firearms Proficiency certifications.
• Must be a US citizen or eligible permanent resident and obtain citizenship as required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in formal training at the Police Academy and completes coursework in laws, first aid, and de-escalation.
• Engages in ride alongs and basic law enforcement duties, including traffic control and investigations.
• Familiarizes with Virginia laws, Charlottesville Police Department regulations, and department computer systems.

Skills

Physical fitness

Integrity

Discretion

Tools

VCIN

DCJS certifications

Firearms Proficiency

Job description

Salary: $56,680.00 Annually

Position Summary:

The Charlottesville Police Department invites applications for the position of Police Officer Recruit. Police Recruits, under instructional supervision, participate in a formal academy training to successfully complete the Virginia state certified police officer training at the Central Shenandoah Criminal Justice Training Academy. Recruits will contribute to basic various law enforcement functions and may participate in ride alongs. The Academy provides recruits with classroom training, physical fitness, and simulation training. This position reports to a Police Corporal or Sergeant.

Essential Functions:

• Participates in and receives formal training at the Police Academy. Coursework and training includes but is not limited to: scheduled physical fitness, criminal and traffic laws, search and seizure, first aid/CPR, fair and impartial policing, cultural diversity, prevention of bias-based policing, defense tactics utilizing de-escalation techniques, firearms, driver training, officer survival, DUI investigation, active shooter, speed measurement, and crime scene investigation.
• Participates in ride alongs and experiences basic law enforcement functions necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of a Police Office, which includes but are not limited to skilled performance of traffic control, general investigations, crime prevention, communications, first aid, crime scene investigation procedures, and fingerprinting.
• Becomes familiar with Virginia Laws and City ordinances.
• Becomes familiar with Charlottesville Police Department rules and regulations.
• Becomes familiar with Charlottesville Police Department computer systems to obtain, track, and report information.
• Participates in emergency vehicle operations training and firearm familiarization courses.
• Participates in mandatory and elective trainings.
• May be required to report to work on scheduled days off, or report back to work, should a disaster or emergency arise.
• Performs all duties with the highest degree of confidentiality and personal and professional integrity.
• Performs related duties as required.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 20 years of age at time of the application and 21 years of age by police academy graduation.
• By employment start date, possession of a valid appropriate driver’s permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Must be a US citizen or be a permanent resident alien who, in accordance with the requirements of the USCIS, is eligible and has applied for citizenship (proof is required). Note: an application for waiver of minimum qualifications (citizenship) must be obtained and approved by the Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS).
• Must be able to successfully and satisfactorily pass all phases of the screening process, to include a written exam, physical agility test, oral interviews, completion of a comprehensive background investigation, a polygraph exam, psychological and medical exams, and pre-employment drug screening.
• Successful completion of the police academy and field training.
• Must obtain and maintain: Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, Certification in the Virginia Crime Information Network (VCIN), and Certification in Firearms Proficiency.
• Must sign a Condition of Employment Agreement acknowledging the prohibition of the use of tobacco products on and off duty.