Police Officer Trainee
Job Description
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Military leave
- Paid military leave
- Paid sick time
- Paid training
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Full job description
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Police Officer Trainee
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
Varies
Department
POLICE
Division
POLICE PUB SAFETY TRAIN
Requisition Number
2024099
Number of hours worked per week
40
Work Schedule
Shift Work / Schedule Varies
- The Academy Schedule
- Typically Monday through Friday from 7:45 am to 4:15 pm (Varies)
- 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
PS01
Pay Basis
Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
$50,150* (while attending the Chesapeake Law Enforcement Training Academy)
$54,000*base pay upon successful completion of the approximately 6-month Chesapeake Law Enforcement Training Academy:
$600 annual stipend ($25 per pay period) for possessing an Associate’s Degree,
$1000 annual stipend ($41.67) per pay period) for possessing a Bachelor’s Degree
(*subject to change)
$54,000*base pay upon successful completion of the approximately 6-month Chesapeake Law Enforcement Training Academy:
$600 annual stipend ($25 per pay period) for possessing an Associate’s Degree,
$1000 annual stipend ($41.67) per pay period) for possessing a Bachelor’s Degree
(*subject to change)
Job Description
NOVEMBER 18, 2024 ACADEMY HIRING PROCESS:
Join us at the forefront of community service and protection! At the Chesapeake Police Department, we’re not just looking for employees—we’re seeking passionate individuals committed to making a real difference. As a Chesapeake Police Officer, you’ll have experiences where every day presents new challenges and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
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.
- 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 even if you have no prior experience in law enforcement or security.
- 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.
Position Overview:
As a Chesapeake Police Officer, you’ll play a vital role in engaging with and protecting our community, enforcing laws, and investigating crimes. You’ll engage in surveillance, law enforcement activities, apprehension, and reporting, adhering to established procedures to ensure the safety and security of all residents and visitors.
Commitment to Service:
Our commitment to serving the community is unwavering. We operate on a 24-hour basis, providing around-the-clock service to ensure the safety of our residents and visitors. This dedication requires officers to work on rotating schedules, including weekends, holidays, and sometimes paid overtime as needed to meet operational demands.
Our commitment to serving the community is unwavering. We operate on a 24-hour basis, providing around-the-clock service to ensure the safety of our residents and visitors. This dedication requires officers to work on rotating schedules, including weekends, holidays, and sometimes paid overtime as needed to meet operational demands.
Join Our Team:
If you’re ready to join a team dedicated to service, diversity, and making a positive impact, we invite you to apply and begin a rewarding career with Chesapeake Police Department.
If you’re ready to join a team dedicated to service, diversity, and making a positive impact, we invite you to apply and begin a rewarding career with Chesapeake Police Department.
TYPICAL TASKS:
- 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 lawbreakers 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 testify in civil and criminal court proceedings or give depositions.
- Attends training meetings, in-service training, and technical or professional classes, seminars, or conferences to improve technical or professional skills.
- 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
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