Police Recruit

City of Winchester, Virginia Local Government; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

City of Winchester, Virginia Local Government is seeking Police Recruits to join its law enforcement team. Training follows Virginia standards with classroom, hands-on practice, and physical fitness components, leading to certification through the Department of Criminal Justice Services.

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and be at least 21 years old at academy graduation; a valid driver’s license is required to apply.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must be 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Acquires the knowledge, skills, and abilities to become a certified Police Officer in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Participates in physical fitness training.
• Participates in training activities in the academy.
• Contributes to a positive training academy environment.

Skills

Physical fitness

Academy training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement? We're hiring Police Recruits to join our team! Training is in accordance with curriculums and regulations aligned with the state of Virginia. The academy will include a combination of classroom and hands-on training and physical fitness activities. Complete the field training program and become a fully certified law enforcement officer through the Department of Criminal Justice Services.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Acquires the knowledge, skills, and abilities to become a certified Police Officer in the Commonwealth of Virginia
• Participates in physical fitness training
• Participates in training activities in the academy
• Contributes to a positive training academy environment

Requirements

Education and/or Experience: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required. Must be 21 years of age.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Possession of a valid and appropriate driver’s license.

Job Posting Statement

The City of Winchester is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law.

This position is eligible for benefits.

01

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

02

Individuals applying for a Police Recruit position must be 20 years old at the time of application submission and 21 at time of academy graduation. Are you at least 20 years old?

• Yes
• No

03

Have you ever pleaded guilty to or been convicted of a felony?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question