Certified Police Officer
Job Description:
Certified Police Officer I – $47,175/year or
Certified Police Officer II – $49,534/year or higher DOQ
James City County Police Department is seeking Police Officer candidates that are currently law enforcement officers (BLE) certified by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services. Join a proactive team of more than 100 officers in the Greater Williamsburg (VA) area dedicated to improving the quality of life in our community. James City County Police Department offers a number of opportunities for career development, specialized assignments and training including: honor guard, SWAT, bike patrol, school resource officers (5), uniform and marine patrols, underwater search & recovery, crisis negotiations, motorcycles, tactical field force, and investigations. Every patrol officer is assigned a vehicle and is outfitted with uniforms and equipment, to include: RADAR, Alco-sensor FST, flashlight, TASER, Glock 9mm handgun and state-of-the-art equipment including a body-worn camera, in-car camera, mobile computer, electronic summonses including in-car printer and bar code scanner, Automatic Vehicle Locator for closest-unit dispatching and directions, etc. The County offers competitive pay and excellent benefits, including a take-home car program for those living in or within 15 driving miles of the County; participation in Virginia Retirement System (LEOS); 12-paid holidays; tuition assistance; a homeownership program with up to $3,000 in matching closing costs; a free membership to the JCC Recreation Center (fitness, free weights, pool, track); and eligibility for several career advancement pay increases.
