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Police Patrol Officer is responsible for patrolling an assigned area to prevent and discover crime and to enforce regulations. Responsible for responding to calls, taking necessary action at the scene of crime or disturbance, conducting investigations, making arrests, testifying in court, and completing reports/forms and routine paperwork. Being a Police Patrol Officer requires an associate degree in criminal justice and/or additional certifications and at least 12 to 18 months of law enforcement experience. Requires Firearms Certification. Additionally, Police Patrol Officer typically reports to a police sergeant. The Police Patrol Officer works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Police Patrol Officer typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Certified Police Patrol Officer
  • City of Hampton
  • Hampton, VA FULL_TIME
  • Are you committed to public service, professionalism, and a peaceful community? Make a real difference to the people in your community, immediately. If you possess integrity, and strong communication skills, you can make a difference with the Hampton Police Division.

    Come work for the City of Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community, celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene.  Hampton offers excellent benefits and promotes career and personal development. Benefits include enrollment in the Virginia Retirement System, flexible and/or remote work opportunities for certain positions, excellent healthcare insurance, and other fringe benefits.

    This community driven role patrols an assigned district during one of two shifts to enforce the ordinances and statutes of the City of Hampton and State of Virginia. May be assigned to various units within the Hampton Police Division.




    What You'll Be Doing:
    • Patrol an assigned district within the City of Hampton using a patrol car or on foot to prevent crime or disturbance of peace and arrest violators. 
    • Familiarize self with housing, businesses and persons within the district. Notice suspicious persons and unusual conditions and makes preliminary investigations. Examine premises of unoccupied buildings and checks doors and windows for security. 
    • Reports hazards that endanger public safety such as malfunctioning traffic signals, damaged utility structures, etc.
    • Performs other related duties as required.
    Benefits of a Certified Police Officer:
    • Upon completion of required on-the-job training and probationary period, eligible for promotional opportunities and specialized assignments
    • Transferable years of service up to ten (10) years (Note: Years of service must have been in a comparable position)
    • Based on transferable years of service, salary may be equivalent to that of an officer with the same years of service
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    Must be a current Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) Certified Police Officer. Graduation from an accredited high school course of study or successful completion of a GED; college level course work in Police Science or related field of study preferred; ability to be courteous yet firm with the public; must be alert, and possess ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions; good skills of observation and memory; excellent moral character; good physical condition. Must pass City physical examination (to include a drug screen), background investigation (to include polygraph examination), physical agility examination, written test, and psychological testing; must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age. Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license and must have a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.Receives supervision through specific instructions and daily evaluations by a senior officer, usually a Corporal or Sergeant. This may involve an element of personal danger during the arrest of persons who violate city ordinances and state laws. May be rotated to other Patrol Officer positions within the Police Department. May be required to complete follow-up investigations of criminal violations, and/or assignments in other units of the Police Division. Must be able to maintain the ability to provide credible testimony in court, to the magistrate and in other situations where credibility will be of importance.  

    A sustained finding of untruthfulness at the conclusion of an internal investigation may result in immediate termination. This position is non-exempt.
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Police Officer
  • Arlington County Police Department
  • Arlington, VA FULL_TIME
  • NEW OFFICER HIRING BONUS: $15,000LATERAL OFFICER HIRING BONUS UP TO: $25,000The Arlington County Police Department (ACPD) is seeking qualified Police Officers to join our team of over 460 employees wh...
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Police Officer Trainee (FT)
  • Chesapeake Police Department
  • Chesapeake, VA FULL_TIME
  • Police Officer Trainee *In-State Basic Jailor to BLE AcademyYOU MUST USE THIS LINK TO APPLY: https://jobs.cityofchesapeake.net/postings/10681Job Description | IN-STATE BASIC JAILOR TO BASIC LAW ENFORC...
  • 18 Days Ago
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Police Officer
  • Prince William County Police Department - Western District
  • Manassas, VA FULL_TIME
  • The Police Department is seeking a diverse group of qualified candidates to join our agency. If you are looking for a rewarding career, centered on service to your community, apply with us today! Tomo...
  • 13 Days Ago
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Police Officer Trainee (Basic Jailor)
  • Chesapeake Police Department
  • Chesapeake, VA FULL_TIME
  • Police Officer Trainee *In-State Basic Jailor to BLE AcademyYOU MUST USE THIS LINK TO APPLY: https://jobs.cityofchesapeake.net/postings/10681Job Description | IN-STATE BASIC JAILOR TO BASIC LAW ENFORC...
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Police Officer Trainee *In-State Basic Jailor to BLE Academy
  • Chesapeake Police Department
  • Chesapeake, VA FULL_TIME
  • Police Officer Trainee *In-State Basic Jailor to BLE AcademyYOU MUST USE THIS LINK TO APPLY: https://jobs.cityofchesapeake.net/postings/10681Job Description | IN-STATE BASIC JAILOR TO BASIC LAW ENFORC...
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Armed Security Officer
  • Christus Health
  • Coushatta, LA
  • Description Summary: Uniformed position at all times. Armed Security Officer’s duties include being a visible deterrent ...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Armed Security Officer
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  • Longview, TX
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Armed Security Officer
  • Christus Health
  • Texarkana, TX
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  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Armed Security Officer
  • Christus Health
  • Texarkana, TX
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Armed Security Officer
  • Christus Health
  • Texarkana, TX
  • Description Summary: Uniformed position at all times. Armed Security Officer’s duties include being a visible deterrent ...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Armed Security Officer
  • Christus Health
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • Description Summary: Uniformed position at all times. Armed Security Officer’s duties include being a visible deterrent ...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Certified Police Patrol Officer
  • City of Hampton, VA
  • Hampton, VA
  • Salary: $52,275.00 - $65,284.00 Annually Location : Hampton, VA Job Type: Full-Time Permanent Job Number: 08040 Departme...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
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  • State of Oklahoma
  • Pittsburg, OK
  • Job Posting Title Agent Agency 131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS Supervisory Organization DOC Ofc of Inspector General Job P...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Virginia

Virginia (/vərˈdʒɪniə/ (listen)), officially the Commonwealth of Virginia, is a state in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States located between the Atlantic Coast and the Appalachian Mountains. Virginia is nicknamed the "Old Dominion" due to its status as the first English colonial possession established in mainland North America and "Mother of Presidents" because eight U.S. presidents were born there, more than any other state. The geography and climate of the Commonwealth are shaped by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Chesapeake Bay, which provide habitat for much of ...
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Income Estimation for Police Patrol Officer jobs
$60,195 to $70,148

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What does a Police Patrol Officer do?

Police Patrol Officer in Elyria, OH
Even with crime rates falling in recent years, demand for police services to maintain and improve public safety is expected to continue.
January 04, 2020
Police officers are generally charged with the apprehension of criminals and the prevention and detection of crime, protection and assistance of the general public, and the maintenance of public order.
December 27, 2019
Police Patrol Officer in Roanoke, VA
Tactical & firearm training are core skills for police officer's.
November 21, 2019
Police Patrol Officer in Baton Rouge, LA
Unlike most jobs where there is eight to five shift, officers need to be on the alert 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
November 29, 2019