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Certified Police Officer

City of Williamsburg, VA
Williamsburg, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/1/2027

The City of Williamsburg Police Department is seeking a qualified professional to fill the position of Certified Police Officer. This position is responsible for enforcing the laws of the Commonwealth and City government; taking reports of citizen complaints; traffic enforcement and escorts; assisting citizens in need; calming domestic disturbances; aiding motorists; providing local information and directions to tourists; processing crime scenes; rendering emergency first aid; assisting the fire department; assisting human services; assisting the public during natural or precipitated disasters; investigating missing persons; parking enforcement; serving legal documents and assisting other law enforcement agencies.

Education and Experience:

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Special Qualifications:

  • Acceptable criminal background check and drug screen results
  • Must possess a valid Virginia driver's license and have an acceptable driving record based upon city criteria
  • Must be able to perform activities listed above and meet the minimum qualifications as listed below:
  • Must be at least 21 years of age,
  • Good mental and physical health,
  • Vision correctable to 20/30 and no color blindness,
  • Be of good moral character,
  • Have no felony or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude,
  • Having no convictions of a crime involving Domestic Violence,

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The City of Williamsburg is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Job Details

Category
Police
Status
Open
Salary
Certified - $59,674.66 (starting salary, negotiable with experience)
Posted
September 29, 2026 8:00 AM
Closing
December 1, 2026 11:59 PM
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Police Officer

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