The Town of Farmville is seeking potential candidates for the position of Police Officer. Applicants may be either certified as a law enforcement officer through the Department of Criminal Justice Services or seeking a certification as a new law enforcement officer. Non certified will need to attend the Police Academy for 6 months. The next academy starts in January of 2025. If selected for hire, the Farmville PD will pay for the cost of the academy and pay you your salary and benefits during training.

Applicants must be 21 years of age, possess a valid Virginia driver’s license, have a high school diploma or GED equivalent and have no felony or recent misdemeanor convictions. All applicants must meet the requirements of section 15.2-1705 of the code of Virginia for the minimum qualifications required of the position. Successful applicants will undergo a panel interview, and pass a background investigation, substance abuse screening, psychological testing and physical examination. Non-certified applicants will be required to complete The National Police Officer Selection Test (POST). If you are invited to take the test and fail to report to testing without notifying us in advance, you will not be considered for future testing.

The Town of Farmville is a progressive community centered in the heart of Virginia and home to Longwood University. The Farmville Police Department is a State Accredited Agency.

Starting pay for Non-Certified Police Officers is $47,014.00 annually.

In addition to a competitive salary, the Town of Farmville offers an excellent benefit package to include: health, dental, and vision insurance, VRS retirement (including Hazardous Duty Supplement), employer paid life and short-term disability insurance, state paid holidays, and generous paid time off. The Town provides uniforms and equipment. A take-home car program is available for qualified employees.

Interested applicants are encouraged to complete the Town of Farmville Application for Employment which may be found at www.farmvilleva.com under the Departments tab, Employment Opportunities. Completed applications should be dropped off or mailed to the Town Office at 116 N Main Street, Farmville VA 23901.

The Town of Farmville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $47,014.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Have you been convicted of a felony?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Farmville, VA 23901 (Required)

Work Location: In person