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Police Officer - Out-of-State Experienced Officer
$44k-59k (estimate)
Full Time | Heavy Civil Construction
2 Months Ago
City of Chesapeake is Hiring a Police Officer - Out-of-State Experienced Officer Near Chesapeake, VA
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Police Officer - Out-of-State Experienced Officer
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
Varies
Department
POLICE
Division
POLICE OPERATIONS
Requisition Number
2024116
Number of hours worked per week
40
Work Schedule
Shift Work / Schedule Varies
Uniform Patrol Shifts:
Uniform Patrol Shifts:
- Day Shift: 7:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Power Shift: 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm
- Evening Shift: 4:30 pm to 2:30 am
- Midnight Shift: 9:30 pm – 7:30 am
Work Site Location
Chesapeake, VA [Chesapeake Law Enforcement Training Academy; 1080 Sentry Drive; Chesapeake, VA 23323]
Position Driving Requirement
R - Routine
Pay Grade
PS02
Pay Basis
Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
Starting Salary: $54,000 – $70,853 based on qualifying years of law enforcement experience.
$600 annual stipend ($25 per pay period) for possessing an Associate’s Degree, or
$1000 annual stipend ($41.67 per pay period) for possessing a Bachelor’s Degree
$600 annual stipend ($25 per pay period) for possessing an Associate’s Degree, or
$1000 annual stipend ($41.67 per pay period) for possessing a Bachelor’s Degree
Job Description
OUT-OF-STATEEXPERIENCEDLAWENFORCEMENTOFFICERHIRINGPROCESS.
Ready to Make a Move to Virginia? Join The Chesapeake Police Department!
Are you a dedicated state or local law enforcement officer in the United States seeking a new chapter in your career? Look no further than our team in Chesapeake, Virginia, where you can seamlessly transition through our exclusive 8-week “relaxed atmosphere” training program. Become a Chesapeake Police Officer and begin a fulfilling journey of service and growth with us.
Ready to Make a Move to Virginia? Join The Chesapeake Police Department!
Are you a dedicated state or local law enforcement officer in the United States seeking a new chapter in your career? Look no further than our team in Chesapeake, Virginia, where you can seamlessly transition through our exclusive 8-week “relaxed atmosphere” training program. Become a Chesapeake Police Officer and begin a fulfilling journey of service and growth with us.
Accelerate Your Career with Ease:
At the Chesapeake Police Department, we understand the importance of a smooth transition. That’s why we offer a streamlined 8-week training program tailored specifically for experienced law enforcement officers like you. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere as you undergo comprehensive training, all while being paid with no tuition costs.
At the Chesapeake Police Department, we understand the importance of a smooth transition. That’s why we offer a streamlined 8-week training program tailored specifically for experienced law enforcement officers like you. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere as you undergo comprehensive training, all while being paid with no tuition costs.
Unlock Boundless Opportunities:
Joining our team opens doors to endless possibilities for personal and professional development. As an experienced law enforcement officer, you bring a wealth of knowledge and skills that enrich our agency. At the Chesapeake Police Department, you’ll be part of a community dedicated to serving and protecting with integrity and compassion.
Joining our team opens doors to endless possibilities for personal and professional development. As an experienced law enforcement officer, you bring a wealth of knowledge and skills that enrich our agency. At the Chesapeake Police Department, you’ll be part of a community dedicated to serving and protecting with integrity and compassion.
Why Choose Us:
- Diverse Responsibilities: From safeguarding life and property to investigating crimes, our officers engage in a wide range of meaningful duties that contribute to the safety and well-being of our community. Explore over 30 specialty assignments!
- Comprehensive Training: Our Chesapeake Law Enforcement Training Academy offers paid training and a wealth of resources to ensure you’re fully prepared to excel in your role. Benefit from in-house and out-of-town paid training opportunities.
- Supportive Environment: We foster an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone’s unique backgrounds and perspectives are valued. We believe that diversity strengthens our team and enhances our ability to serve the community effectively.
- Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our scheduling options and commitment to employee well-being ensure you have time to recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
Your Role in Chesapeake:
As a Chesapeake Police Officer, your mission is clear – protect life and property, enforce laws, and investigate crime. You are the guardian of justice, operating under general supervision with the autonomy to make crucial decisions. This role is not just a job; it’s a calling that requires dedication to a 24-hour service, ensuring the safety and security of our community around the clock.
As a Chesapeake Police Officer, your mission is clear – protect life and property, enforce laws, and investigate crime. You are the guardian of justice, operating under general supervision with the autonomy to make crucial decisions. This role is not just a job; it’s a calling that requires dedication to a 24-hour service, ensuring the safety and security of our community around the clock.
TYPICALTASKS:
- Conducts routine patrols in residential and business areas; maintains contact with businesses and residents to establish good relations.
- Responds to calls for police service and responds to crimes, domestic disputes, disturbances, disputes among neighbors, juveniles, or other incidents; apprehends law breakers as necessary; conducts follow-up investigations of crimes and other incidents, conducts surveillance of areas for suspected or potential criminal activity.
- Provides information and/or assistance to the public, informing citizens of services in the community, or providing referrals to other city, county, or state agencies.
- Maintains the peace and safety of the community by quelling public disturbances and maintaining order at group functions.
- Provides for the safe and convenient flow of traffic and pedestrians within the community, investigates traffic accidents, enforces traffic violations, promotes vehicular and pedestrian safety, reports unsafe road conditions, and conducts DUI or other investigations.
- Issues civil or legal documents such as traffic citations; prepares written reports, forms, and other documents as required; may testifies in civil and criminal court proceedings or give depositions.
- Provides specialized police service when trained and assigned such as K-9, Bicycle Patrol, Motorcycle Patrol, or other.
- May perform administrative or specialized functions when trained and assigned such as administrative support services, property and evidence, field and firearms training, public information, athletics, or other.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
BENEFITS:
- Take-Home Vehicle for Personal and Official Use
- Uniforms and Equipment Provided
- Free 24/7 Access to 7 Private Chesapeake PD Gyms
- Paid Specialized Training Opportunities (in-house and out-of-town)
- Paid Military Leave (up to 168 hours per year)
- Paid Annual Leave (up to 288 hours per year)
- Paid Sick Leave (up to 96 hours per year)
- Funeral Leave (up to 3 days for the death of certain family members)
- Family and Medical Leave (time off for the birth or adoption of a child, a serious health condition, or to care for a family member with a serious health condition.)
- The City observes the same paid holidays and additional time off as the State of Virginia.
- Health and Wellness Incentives
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Virginia Retirement System Plan
- Deferred Compensation
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Medical Care Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Legal Service Plan
- Additional Optional Life Insurance
- Additional Optional Long-Term Care Insurance
- All City Employee Benefits
Join Our Team Today:
Ready to take the next step in your law enforcement journey? Join the Chesapeake Police Department and become part of a team where your experience is valued and your growth is nurtured. Apply now and begin a fulfilling career dedicated to serving our community with pride and professionalism.
Ready to take the next step in your law enforcement journey? Join the Chesapeake Police Department and become part of a team where your experience is valued and your growth is nurtured. Apply now and begin a fulfilling career dedicated to serving our community with pride and professionalism.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONALREQUIREMENT: Requires a high school diploma or GED and successful completion of the Chesapeake Police Academy, another acceptable Police Academy, or comparable training.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONSANDLICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with theCity Driving Standards. Special skills or equipment certification will be required.
SPECIALREQUIREMENTS: This job classification provides service to the community on a 24-hour basis. To accommodate the 24-hour service, this job classification is required to work rotating schedules, which include working weekends and holidays, and may involve work over regularly scheduled hours when required by operational necessity.
- Must be a United States citizen
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- When coming from outside of Virginia, law enforcement officers must meet the minimum training standards as outlined in the Compulsory Minimum Training Standards and Performance Outcomes. Training exemptions are reviewed and determined on a case-by case basis.
- Must have at least 3 years/36 months continuous law enforcement experience commensurate with those of a Virginia law enforcement officer (i.e. respond to calls for service, take reports of crime, conduct traffic stops, issue summons, make arrests).
- Must currently be serving as a state or local Law Enforcement Officer.
- Must be in good standing with curent / former employers.
- Must meet all requirements of 15.2-1705 Code of Virginia.
- Must submit valid certifications, training records, and other requested documents.
AUTOMATICDISQUALIFYINGFACTORS: Disqualification factors from the date of the application include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to any felony.
- Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to a misdemeanor involving acts of moral turpitude (lying, cheating, and stealing).
- Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to a misdemeanor sex offense.
- Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to domestic assault.
- Conviction of possession, manufacture, and/or distribution of illegal drugs, excluding possession of marijuana or any cannabis derivative.
- Use of Cocaine, LSD, PCP, or any type of hallucinogenic drug in the last five years, unless the candidate (i) has completed a supervised drug rehabilitation program, or (ii) is participating in a supervised drug rehabilitation program and is no longer engaging in the illegal use of drugs. Proof of successful completion of or active participation in a supervised drug rehabilitation program must be furnished to the Police Department.
- Dishonorable discharge, Bad conduct/Misconduct discharge, and Other than Honorable discharges from military service. General and Uncharacterized discharges from military service will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
- Untruthfulness or the withholding of pertinent information during any phase of the application process (e.g. application, interview, paperwork).
- Cheating on any examination or testing associated with the process.
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- An acceptable driving record is determined as the following:
- No more than two convictions involving any moving violation within the last twelve months.
- No violations or convictions that indicate the valid driver’s license is/was denied, suspended or revoked during the past two years for any reason other than failure to pay fines or other non-drug or alcohol related administrative reason(s).
- No drug or alcohol related driving convictions within the past three years.
- No more than one conviction of reckless driving or driving 20 or more miles over the speed limit within the past three years.
- Convictions which are so egregious that they could be deemed negligent in the City’s duties to the public may be addressed separately through the City’s Disciplinary Policy or may result in disqualification of an applicant, intern, or volunteer. The date of conviction and anticipated date of hire will be used when determining eligibility under this policy.
Preferred Qualifications
- Full-service uniform patrol experience.
- Empathy and Sensitivity: Ability to empathize and connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust and understanding in challenging situations.
- Effective Communicator: Exceptional communication skills, including active listening and clear articulation, enabling positive interactions with diverse community members and fostering trust and collaboration within the team.
- Community Engagement: Prior experience or involvement in community engagement initiatives, outreach programs, or volunteer work.
- Professional Development: Eagerness to engage in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on providing fair and impartial police services.
- Collaborative Team Player: Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit, contributing positively to a diverse team environment.
- Physical Fitness:Willing to maintain physical fitness and stamina, ensuring the ability to effectively perform law enforcement duties and maintain safety for oneself and others, regardless of gender.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
03/06/2024
Job Close Date
05/31/2024
Open Continuous
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
THEONLINEAPPLICATIONANDPERSONALHISTORYSTATEMENT (PHS) MUST BE SUBMITTEDBEFOREMOVING ON IN OURPROCESS!
Complete the PHS found at this link – Personal History Statement immediately after applying online. Your PHS should be completed, notarized, and received by our Background Investigations Unit via one of the three options listed below:
- OPTION 1: E-MAIL TO CPDbackgroundInvest@cityofchesapeake.net. Your PHS must be fully completed to include pages 21 and 22 being notarized. The PHS must be professionally scanned as one document and emailed as one attachment directly to the Background Investigations Unit.
- OPTION 2: HANDDELIVERY – Delivery Address: Chesapeake Public Safety Building (CPD HQ) 304 Albemarle Drive Chesapeake, VA 23322
- The Hand Delivery option is available 24/7 via a grey drop box labeled “Personal History Statements” in the CPD HQ lobby. You may also have your PHS notarized for free at the CPD HQ Central Records Unit Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM -excluding holidays.
- OPTION 3: CERTIFIED MAIL – Mailing Address: Chesapeake Police Department ATTN: Background Investigations Unit 304 Albemarle Drive Chesapeake, VA 23322
ALLELIGIBLEAPPLICANTSFORTHISPOSITIONAREREQUIRED TO COMPLETETHEFOLLOWINGPHYSICALABILITYTESTING (PAT): You may be contacted to register for a testing date AFTER your online application AND PHS are received and reviewed.
POLICEOBSTACLECOURSE: A timed (1:30 mins or less) 150-yard course to measure stamina and cardiovascular fitness in completing various job-related physical skills.Watch Video!
FORMOREINFORMATION:
Visit: https://www.JoinCPDNow.com
Email: CPDrecruiting@cityofchesapeake.net
Call/Text: 757-647-8458 to speak with the Recruiter when available.
Visit: https://www.JoinCPDNow.com
Email: CPDrecruiting@cityofchesapeake.net
Call/Text: 757-647-8458 to speak with the Recruiter when available.
Drug Screening: MARIJUANA
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Generally, a positive test result for marijuana, alcohol, or other controlled substances will disqualify an applicant from employment. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse an applicant from the testing process or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana.
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Generally, a positive test result for marijuana, alcohol, or other controlled substances will disqualify an applicant from employment. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse an applicant from the testing process or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana.
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
L=Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Walking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting Amount
Exerting up to 10 lbs
Carrying
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight
Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting 50 - 100 lbs
Reaching
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Handling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Kneeling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crouching
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crawling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Bending
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Twisting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Climbing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Balancing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Talking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Foot Controls
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Police Uniform, Police Vehicle and Police Gear.
Protective Equipment Required
Police Bullet Resistant Vest and associated equiopment.
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
D = Daily
Chemical Hazards
D = Daily
Electrical Hazards
D = Daily
Fire Hazards
D = Daily
Explosives
D = Daily
Communicable Diseases
D = Daily
Physical Danger or Abuse
D = Daily
Other
W = Several Times Per Week
If Other, Description
Water Hazards
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
W = Several Times Per Week
Extreme Temperatures
W = Several Times Per Week
Noise and Vibration
D = Daily
Fumes and Odors
W = Several Times Per Week
Wetness/Humidity
W = Several Times Per Week
Darkness or Poor Lighting
W = Several Times Per Week
Primary Work Location
Vehicle
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Emergency Situations
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
No.
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
0
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Heavy Civil Construction
SALARY
$44k-59k (estimate)
POST DATE
03/11/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
05/31/2024
WEBSITE
cityofchesapeake.net
HEADQUARTERS
CHESAPEAKE, VA
SIZE
1,000 - 3,000
FOUNDED
1963
TYPE
Private
CEO
HENRY B TURNER
REVENUE
$500M - $1B
INDUSTRY
Heavy Civil Construction
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