Title: Police Officer Recruit - $10,000 Bonus
Hiring Range: $52,530-$57,783
Agency: Division of Capitol Police
Agency Website: https://dcp.virginia.gov/commit-to-the-future.asp
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Starting salary for Police Recruits $52,530 with an increase to $57,783 upon completion of all required training. $10,000 recruitment bonus.
Responsible for protection of Government officials, legislators, employees, and citizens through the enforcement of state laws and the compliance with policies and procedures through patrols in the Division's statutory jurisdiction as well as maintaining stationary police posts in assigned properties. Duties include: affecting an arrest, testifying in court, safely operating a law enforcement vehicle, interviewing individuals, performing searches of people and property, reading and comprehending a variety of legal and administrative documents.
Candidates must be 21 years of age and a U.S. Citizen. Valid driver's license. High School diploma or G.E.D. Must be able to pass a written, physical and psychological examination; no felony or misdemeanor convictions; subject to random drug screening. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with a diverse population. Ability to utilize a personal computer using current software programs.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with applicable coursework in government, business, criminal justice, or related field. Military experience.
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND FINGERPRINT-BASED CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK REQUIRED. MEDICAL, DRUG AND PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING REQUIRED.
Applicants must complete a personal history questionnaire. Applicants must pass required physical agility test and written examination.
Residency requirement must be met within 12 months of hire. Sworn staff must reside with 45 minutes of DCP Headquarters: 1001 E. Broad St. Richmond, VA 23219.
The Division has a no beard policy. Officers must be clean shaven, absent medical and/or religious exemptions.
The Division has a no visible tattoo policy. Officers must cover all visible tattoos.
Email: dcphr@dcp.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
The Commonwealth of Virginia is located in the South Atlantic region of the United States. It was the 10th state to be admitted to the Union on June 25, 1788. Home to approximately 8 million residents, Virginia is the 12th most populous state in the United States. The capital is Richmond, and its most populous city is Virginia Beach.
The narrative history of the Commonwealth of Virginia often begins with the founding of Jamestown in 1607, near what is now modern day Williamsburg, Virginia. Jamestown became the first permanent English settlement in the New World, and the Virginia General Assembly, established on July 30, 1619, is now recognized as the oldest legislative body in the western hemisphere. When Virginia became a royal colony in 1624, the robust tobacco trade that had been developing in Virginia helped establish the American colonies as a powerful economic force. During the American Revolution, Virginia witnessed the final surrender of British forces at Yorktown and later became known as the birthplace of many revolution-era figures and future American presidents, including George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. To date, 8 United States presidents have been born in Virginia, more than in any other state.
The modern government of Virginia is nearly identical in structure to the federal government, and is divided into 3 branches, these being the executive, legislative, and judiciary branches. The Virginia General Assembly is comprised of the 100-member House of Delegates and the 40-member Senate. A governor and lieutenant governor are elected every 4 years. Governors cannot be elected to or serve consecutive terms. Virginia’s judicial system consists of the Supreme Court of Virginia and the Court of Appeals of Virginia, the Circuit Courts, and the lower General District Courts and the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Courts. Virginia has 13 electoral votes in presidential elections, and possesses 11 seats in the U.S. House of Representatives.
