Police Officer Trainee

City of Chesapeake; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Chesapeake is seeking candidates for a public service role requiring a 24-hour operation, with rotating schedules including weekends and holidays. A valid driver's license and clean driving record are mandatory, and applicants must be U.S.

citizens aged 19½ or older with a high school diploma or GED. Successful candidates will work in a team environment, demonstrating empathy, strong communication, and commitment to serving diverse community members.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Multilingual

Community engagement

Professional development

Team player

Physical fitness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Required Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED .

Required Qualifications | VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT

• Requires high school diploma or GED .

Special Certifications And Licenses

• Requires a valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with the City Driving Standards . Special skills or equipment certification will be required.

Special Requirements

This job classification provides service to the community on a 24-hour basis. In order to accommodate the 24-hour service, this job classification is required to work rotating schedules, which include working weekends and holidays, and may involve work in excess of regularly scheduled hours when required by operational necessity.

Applicant Must

• Be a United States Citizen;
• Be at least 19 and a half years old at the time of application.
• Be a high school graduate or possess a GED / HSE .
• Possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with City Driving Standards.

AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFYING FACTORS:

Disqualification factors from the date of the application include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to any felony.
• Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to a misdemeanor involving acts of moral turpitude (lying, cheating, and stealing).
• Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to a misdemeanor sex offense.
• Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to domestic assault.
• Conviction of possession, manufacture, and/or distribution of illegal drugs, excluding possession of marijuana or any cannabis derivative.
• Use of Cocaine, LSD , PCP , or any type of hallucinogenic drug in the last five years. (Subject to ADA guidelines)
• Dishonorable discharge, Bad conduct/Misconduct discharge, and Other than Honorable discharges from military service. General and Uncharacterized discharges from military service will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
• Untruthfulness or the withholding of pertinent information during any phase of the application process (e.g. application, interview, paperwork).
• Cheating on any examination or testing associated with the process.
• Tattoo Policy, any large tattoo’s on the neck, head and/or face are prohibited; however, small tattoos are on a case by case basis for approval by the Chief.
• Permanent body modifications such as earlobe stretching, subdermal implants, or similar alterations that are extreme, distracting or undermine professional decorum are prohibited.
• Firearm Eligibility Requirement: Applicants must be eligible to obtain a Virginia Concealed Handgun Permit in accordance
• 18.2-308.09 and 18 USC
• 922 . Any disqualifying factors under this statute will result in removal from the hiring process.

An Acceptable Driving Record Is Determined As Follows

• No more than two convictions involving any moving violation within the last twelve months.
• No violations or convictions that indicate the valid driver’s license is/was denied, suspended or revoked during the past two years for any reason other than failure to pay fines or other non-drug or alcohol related administrative reason(s).
• No drug or alcohol related driving convictions within the past three years.
• No more than one conviction of reckless driving or driving 20 or more miles over the speed limit within the past three years.
• Convictions which are so egregious that they could be deemed negligent in the City’s duties to the public may be addressed separately through the City’s Disciplinary Policy or may result in disqualification of an applicant, intern, or volunteer. The date of conviction and anticipated date of hire will be used when determining eligibility under this policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Empathy and Sensitivity: Ability to empathize and connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust and understanding in challenging situations.
• Effective Communicator: Exceptional communication skills, including active listening and clear articulation, enabling positive interactions with diverse community members and fostering trust and collaboration within the team.
• Multilingual Skills: Proficiency in a second language commonly spoken in our diverse community, empowering effective communication with a broader range of residents.
• Community Engagement: Prior experience or involvement in community engagement initiatives, outreach programs, or volunteer work.
• Professional Development: Eagerness to engage in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on providing fair and impartial police services.
• Collaborative Team Player: Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit, contributing positively to a diverse team environment.
• Physical Fitness: Willing to improve physical fitness and stamina, ensuring the ability to effectively perform law enforcement duties and maintain safety for oneself and others, regardless of gender.