Top 166 Law enforcement officer Jobs in Virginia

Police Officer
Arlington County Police Department —Arlington, VA
- $72,000.00 - $112,339.50 a year
- Full-time
- Military
- Mid-level
- Conflict management
- Paid training
- Health savings account
Law Enforcement Officer
Northern Virginia Law Enforcement Hiring Expo —Springfield, VA
- $51,207 - $110,000 a year
- Part-time
- Entry level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Police Officer Recruit
George Mason University —Fairfax, VA
- $70,000 a year
- Overtime
- Background check
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Continuing education credits
Part-Time Police Officer
George Mason University —Arlington, VA
- $50 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Non-certified Police Officer
The Port of Virginia —Norfolk, VA
- $29.18 an hour
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Writing skills
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Police Officer, Non-Certified
University of Virginia —Charlottesville, VA
- $62,000 a year
- Overtime
- Background check
- Heavy lifting
- Writing skills
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
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Police Officer 1 Recruit
City of Richmond, VA —Richmond, VA
- $63,360 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- English
- Tuition reimbursement
- Referral program
Deputy Sheriff I/II/III
James City County —Williamsburg, VA
- $55,910 - $100,292 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Customer service
- Mid-level
Police Officer – Recruit
Charlottesville Albemarle Airport —Charlottesville, VA
- $56,210 - $60,840 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Pass drug screening
- 21 years or older
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Police Officer - Mental Health Consumer Support (part-time)
Chesterfield County, VA —Chesterfield, VA
- $54 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
Police Officer
City of Fairfax —Fairfax, VA
- $65,756.05 - $110,488.60 a year
- 12 hour shift
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
Police Officer
Town of Vienna —Vienna, VA
- $69,536.22 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Basic math
- English
- Mid-level
Non-certified Police Officer
COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA DBA VIRGINIA PORT A —Norfolk, VA
- $29.18 an hour
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Writing skills
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Police Captain
Hampton University —Hampton, VA
- $76,000 - $83,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Driver's License
- University
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
Police Officer
Prince William County Government —Prince William County, VA
- $62,000.00 - $133,652.23 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Spanish
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Deputy Sheriff Patrol
Franklin County, VA —Rocky Mount, VA
- $50,079 - $65,102 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Danville Sheriff's Office, "Deputy Sheriff"
Danville Sheriff's Office —Danville, VA
- From $52,391 a year
- Email
- CPR Certification
- Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Police Officer - Campus Resource Officer (part-time)
Chesterfield County, VA —Chesterfield, VA
- $54 an hour
- Part-time
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Police Officer (Entry Level)
City of Hopewell, VA —Hopewell, VA
- $58,334.33 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
Police Officer I
City of Alexandria, VA —Alexandria, VA
- $63,988.34 - $114,552.36 a year
- Full-time
- In person
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Residential

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Police Officer

Arlington County Police Department -
Arlington, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$72,000.00 - $112,339.50 a year

Benefits

Paid training
Health savings account
457(b)
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Military leave
Paid time off
Uniform allowance
Parental leave
Dependent health insurance coverage
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Professional development assistance
Credit union membership
Life insurance
Referral program
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Military
First aid
CPR
Conflict management
Law enforcement

Full Job Description

ANNUAL STARTING SALARY AUTOMATICALLY INCREASES TO $90,012 ON JULY 1, 2026

NEW OFFICER HIRING BONUS: $15,000

LATERAL OFFICER HIRING BONUS UP TO: $25,000

The Arlington County Police Department (ACPD) is seeking qualified Police Officers to join our team of over 460 employees who serve a diverse and engaged community. ACPD welcomes motivated and service minded individuals who are committed to lifelong learning and who will uphold the values and core principles of the department. Our recruits perform responsible and challenging duties associated with community-based policing and include response to both emergency and non-emergency calls for service, preliminary criminal investigations, and special event planning.

The Arlington County Police Department offers the equivalent of a 37.5 hours work week, with 4 and 5 consecutive days off on patrol. The starting salary for new officers is $72,000 and sworn personnel have a 25-year retirement (67.5 - 81% at retirement), with no age limit. Lateral officers are credited for years of experience (up to 10 years, or $95,491.50). Academy training is paid at full salary!

Joining our team as a law enforcement officer has unique benefits and provides challenging opportunities:

Work in an engaged and diverse urban community and tourist destination just five miles from the heart of the nation's capital, in one of the most densely populated counties in the state of Virginia
Join one of our specialized divisions or units such as the K9 unit, motorcycle unit, tactical operations units such as SWAT and crisis negotiation, community and business outreach units, honor guard, and bicycle patrol
Serve in a wide variety of areas such as patrol, special and tactical operations, community engagement, investigations, training, and recruitment to help move the department forward in its three key initiatives
Participate in additional training opportunities to advance your career and achieve goals as professional law enforcement officer
Collaborate with other regional, state, and federal law enforcement agencies who are dedicated to ensuring the safety of our community and region
Work a 15-day fixed shift as a patrol officer, with two weekends off per month. No swing shifts!
Earn additional pay for certifications and other specialty areas

All Arlington County Police Officers are eligible for County government employee benefits that includes health, dental, vacation and sick leave, commuter transportation subsidies, tuition reimbursement, as well as a generous retirement plan specifically for uniformed public safety officers. To learn more, visit www.joinarlingtoncountypd.com.

Selection Criteria

Minimum Requirements: To participate in the Police Officer recruitment process, all candidates must meet the following requirements:

Education: Applicants must have completed at least 60 semester hours, or 90 quarter hours, of course work at an accredited college or university, with some exceptions as detailed below.
Age: Applicants must be at least 20 years and 6 months of age at time of application.
Other Requirements: Other additional and special minimum requirements may apply.

Education Requirement Substitutions: Prior law enforcement or military experience may substitute for the education requirement under the following conditions:

Law enforcement experience: One year of experience as a full time sworn law enforcement officer with a recognized local, state, or federal law enforcement agency. To be eligible for this substitution, candidates must have graduated from an accredited law enforcement academy, and this experience must be gained post-academy.
Military experience: Two years of full time, continuous, active-duty experience with the United States Military. To be eligible for this substitution, candidates must have received, or are eligible to receive, an honorable discharge.

Special Requirements

Selection Process: There is a multi-stage selection process to determine applicant eligibility to become an Arlington County Police Officer. A candidate must pass each stage of the selection process to be considered eligible for hire. These stages include:

Screening for minimum qualifications
Written examination
Character/background investigation including photographing and fingerprinting
Panel interview
Polygraph examination
Stress test / Chest X-ray
Psychological evaluation
Drug testing
Medical examination

Additional Information

Written Examination: After you have submitted your application and it is determined that you are eligible to participate in the selection process, you will receive specific instructions by e-mail about how your next steps. All active, local, state and federal law enforcement officers, excluding Military Police Officers, are exempt from taking the police entrance exam.

Education Requirement Substitution: To be eligible for promotion to the rank of Sergeant or above, all officers must complete 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours of college work at an accredited college or university, regardless of prior law enforcement or military experience. If an applicant is hired using the education requirement substitutions, they will only be eligible for the ranks of Police Officer and Corporal until they have achieved 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours of accredited college course work.

Lateral Hires: Arlington County Police Department welcomes current and recent law enforcement officers to apply as a lateral hire. Additional information about applying as a lateral hire from another law enforcement agency can be viewed at www.joinarlingtoncountypd.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $72,000.00 - $112,339.50 per year

Benefits:

457(b)
Credit union membership
Dental insurance
Dependent health insurance coverage
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Military leave
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Uniform allowance
Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

Arlington, VA 22201: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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