Police Officer (Certified Lateral)
City of Fredericksburg
Fredericksburg, VA
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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Attorney, Background Investigation, Crime Prevention, Data Collection, Documentation, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Investigative Reports, Law Enforcement, Parking Enforcement, Property Rights, Regulations, Reporting Skills, Statutory Laws, Telephone Skills
LOCATION
Fredericksburg, VA
POSTED
13 days ago
| Police Officer (Certified Lateral) CITY OF FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA |
Serve with Honor, Protect with Pride!
| Starting Salary: $64,000 - $95,905 DOQ Full-Time | 40 Hours/Week l Benefits Start a Stable, Essential Career Serving Your Community! |
What You’ll Do
The Fredericksburg Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Virginia DCJS Law Enforcement Certified Police Officer. Under general supervision, Officers perform general law enforcement work in order to preserve the public peace, to protect lives, property, and the rights of the public. A police officer enforces statutory laws and municipal ordinances. Work involves patrolling of City streets, River Bank, City Parks and neighborhoods to deter crime; apprehend and/or arrest violators or suspects; responds to calls for law enforcement assistance; investigates traffic accidents and enforce traffic regulations; and gathers information for criminal investigations. A police officer also assures appropriate custody and control of prisoners. (Attends court and mandatory off duty details)Patrol and Crime Prevention
| Law Enforcement and Investigation
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Traffic and Public Safety
| Community Engagement and Public Relations
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Collaboration and Court Assistance
| Administrative and Special Assignments
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Why Join Our Team?
| A Career with Purpose Join a dynamic team where collaboration, creativity, and professional growth are valued, and where you can make a meaningful impact every day. | Comprehensive Benefits The City provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental coverage, paid leave, paid training and participation in the Virginia Retirement System. |
Minimum Qualifications
- Current Virginia DCJS Certified officer with 3 years’ experience in law enforcement.
- No more than two moving violations within previous 24 months
- No current or previous revocations of suspension of license within previous 60 months due to a moving violation
- Undergo a background investigation including fingerprint-based criminal history records inquiries to both the CCRE and FBI
- Undergo a physical examination, subsequent to a conditional offer of employment
- Polygraph Examination
- Must complete lawfit course
| BE PART OF SOMETHING ESSENTIAL This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to build a stable, rewarding career while serving the City of Fredericksburg. Join a knowledgeable, dedicated team that values accuracy, fairness, collaboration, public service, and committed to the City’s Core Values Apply online: www.fredericksburgva.gov/careers |
This opportunity will remain open until filled.
Questions? Please contact:
Sergeant Adrian Velasco
540-654-5716
avelasco@pd.fredericksburgva.gov
Email correspondence is preferred.
The City of Fredericksburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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