Police Officer Recruit 2026 - Serve & Protect Communities

County of Roanoke Virginia; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Roanoke Virginia is seeking a Police Officer to perform protective service work and enforce federal, state, and local laws. Duties include patrolling, responding to dispatches, making arrests, and conducting investigations.

Requires a high school diploma, a Virginia driver’s license, and successful completion of DCJS training. Willingness to work rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license with good driving record.
• Must successfully complete minimum training standards as required by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned area, observing for violations and disturbances; issues citations as needed.
• Responds to radio dispatches and communicates effectively over police channels.
• Pursues suspects, conducts arrests, and uses force only as applicable and certified.
• Transports prisoners and handles evidence; prepares reports and court documentation.
• Provides testimony in court and performs protective services during emergencies.

Skills

Effective communication

Firearms handling

Situational awareness

Public interaction

Education

High School diploma required

Job description

County of Roanoke Virginia is seeking a Police Officer to perform protective service work and enforce federal, state, and local laws. Duties include patrolling, responding to dispatches, making arrests, and conducting investigations.

Requires a high school diploma, a Virginia driver’s license, and successful completion of DCJS training. Willingness to work rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends is essential.