Police Officer Recruit — Academy Path & Full Benefits

City of Charlottesville; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options with employer

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Employer-paid life insurance

City retirement options

Gym reimbursement program

Continuing education/training

Job summary

The City of Charlottesville invites applications for the Police Officer Recruit position. Recruits participate in formal academy training to complete Virginia state certified officer training and will perform basic law enforcement functions under supervision.

After successful academy completion, recruits are sworn in as Police Officers. The role includes extensive training, ride-alongs, and on-the-job field experiences, with a focus on safety and community policing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 20 years old at time of application and 21 by police academy graduation.
• US citizen or permanent resident eligible to apply; citizenship waiver process may apply.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a formal academy training to successfully complete Virginia state certified police officer training.
• Perform basic law enforcement functions and may participate in ride-alongs.
• Sworn in as Police Officer after academy and probationary field training.

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

The City of Charlottesville invites applications for the Police Officer Recruit position. Recruits participate in formal academy training to complete Virginia state certified officer training and will perform basic law enforcement functions under supervision.

After successful academy completion, recruits are sworn in as Police Officers. The role includes extensive training, ride-alongs, and on-the-job field experiences, with a focus on safety and community policing.