Police Officer Recruit: Patrol, Respond & Protect

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

Roanoke County Police Department is seeking new recruits for patrol duties. Officers patrol assigned areas, enforce traffic and criminal laws, and respond to emergencies, all while maintaining safety and professionalism.

Training begins at the Academy with a starting annual salary and progresses after graduation. Positions require a high school diploma or equivalent, Virginia driver’s license, and the ability to work varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and act professionally in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned area during scheduled shift and enforces laws; issues citations as needed.
• Responds to radio dispatches and communicates effectively over police channels.
• Operates a police vehicle safely and uses equipment in emergencies and routine duties.
• Gathers information, testifies in court, and conducts searches with proper procedures.
• Performs protective services and rescue operations as required.
• Maintains reports, logs, and sketches with accuracy and proper grammar.

Skills

Firearms handling

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Police incident reporting software

Vehicle operation

Job description

Roanoke County Police Department is seeking new recruits for patrol duties. Officers patrol assigned areas, enforce traffic and criminal laws, and respond to emergencies, all while maintaining safety and professionalism.

Training begins at the Academy with a starting annual salary and progresses after graduation. Positions require a high school diploma or equivalent, Virginia driver’s license, and the ability to work varied shifts.