Police Officer - Virginia Experienced Officer

City of Chesapeake; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Chesapeake seeks a Police Officer to serve the community on a 24-hour basis. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and successful completion of a police academy or equivalent training. A valid driver's license and clean driving record are required.

Candidates must meet Virginia DCJS certification requirements or be eligible for re-certification. The position involves rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays and may include overtime to support operational needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required and successful completion of Chesapeake Police Academy, another Police Academy, or comparable training.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with City standards; additional certifications may be required.
• This job requires 24-hour service with rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays, and may involve overtime.

Skills

Full-service patrol

Empathy & sensitivity

Effective communicator

Community engagement

Professional development

Collaborative team player

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Police Academy completion

Virginia DCJS certification eligibility

Job description

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT : Requires a high school diploma or GED and successful completion of the Chesapeake Police Academy, another acceptable Police Academy, or comparable training.

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. 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 over regularly scheduled hours when required by operational necessity.

• Must be a United States citizen
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must submit valid certifications, training records, and other requested documents
• Must be currently certified as a law enforcement officer in the Commonwealth of Virginia or be eligible for re-certification in the Commonwealth of Virginia under Virginia DCJS guidelines.

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 guidlines)
• 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.
• 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.
• An acceptable driving record is determined as the following:
• 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

• Full-service uniform patrol experience.
• 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.
• 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 maintain physical fitness and stamina, ensuring the ability to effectively perform law enforcement duties and maintain safety for oneself and others, regardless of gender.