Police Officer Recruit 2026

About this role

Performs protective service work involving general police duty that frequently involves an element of personal danger and is performed sometimes under emergency conditions. &nbsp; Enforces federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Promotes public knowledge of laws and ordinances and provides assistance to the public. Performs other duties as assigned.<br><br><div data-empty="true" style="text-align: center;"><strong style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-align: start;" data-pasted="true">Annual Salary while attending Academy: $52,089.86<br><br>Annual Salary after Academy Graduation: $54,173.39</strong></div>

Requirements

<strong>Education:</strong><br>Required: High School diploma or equivalent.<br><br><strong>Experience:</strong><br>Preferred: Some experience dealing with the public and enforcing rules.<br><br><strong>Certifications/Licenses:</strong><br>Required: Valid Virginia driver's license with good driving record.<br><br><strong>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</strong><br>General knowledge of approved principles, techniques, and practices of police work; laws and ordinances governing local police work; and of the geography of the County and the location of important buildings. Skill in the use of firearms and the operation of a motor vehicle in emergency situations, inclement weather, and while operating a police radio. Skill in the use of computers for completion of police incident reports and fo