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City-of-Hampton,-Va; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Virginia Retirement System

Flexible/Remote work opportunities

Healthcare insurance

Fringe benefits

Job summary

City of Hampton is seeking a Police Officer to patrol an assigned district, enforce ordinances, and uphold state laws. This entry-level role requires completion of the Police Academy and probationary period before permanent appointment.

Candidates must graduate high school or obtain a GED; no prior experience is required. A valid driver's license, ability to pass screenings, and willingness to work varied shifts are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or successful completion of a GED; college coursework in Police Science or related field preferred.
• Requires attendance at Police Academy and period of probationary status prior to permanent appointment.
• No prior experience is required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record.
• Must pass City physical examination, background investigation (including polygraph examination), and physical agility examination.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current policy.
• Must be at least twenty (20) years of age at time of application.

Responsibilities

• Patrols an assigned district during one of two shifts to enforce the ordinances and statutes of the City of Hampton and State of Virginia.
• May be assigned to various units within the Hampton Police Division.
• Must be able to maintain the ability to provide credible testimony in court, to the magistrate and in other situations where credibility will be important.
• A sustained finding of untruthfulness at the conclusion of an internal investigation may result in termination.
• The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during city emergency situations, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Integrity

Education

High school diploma or GED

College coursework in Police Science or related field (preferred)

Job description

City of Hampton is seeking a Police Officer to patrol an assigned district, enforce ordinances, and uphold state laws. This entry-level role requires completion of the Police Academy and probationary period before permanent appointment.

Candidates must graduate high school or obtain a GED; no prior experience is required. A valid driver's license, ability to pass screenings, and willingness to work varied shifts are essential.