Recruiting
The selection process takes approximately two to four months after the initial Police Officer application has been received. Applicants must successfully complete the following phases:
- Online application submission
- Written examination
- Physical fitness test
- Panel interview
- Chief of Police review
- Polygraph examination
- Background investigation
- Physical examination
- Psychological examination
- Final approval by Chief of Police
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must be 21 years of age upon completion of the Criminal Justice Academy
- Must be a high school graduate or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license at the time of appointment
- Must not have been convicted of any felony or serious misdemeanor
Benefits
- Salary, $47,812.00 (DCJS certified officers may be hired at an increased salary)
- Take-home vehicle (within 30 miles of the Town limits)
- Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
- Group Life Insurance
- Promotional and educational opportunities
- Participation in the Virginia Retirement System
- Deferred Compensation Plan
- Vacation, Sick, Civil and Military Leave
- Prepaid Legal Program (optional)
- Aflac Plans (optional)
- Credit Union Membership
Application - when positions are open/posted, please fill out an online application.