Police Officer 1 Recruit

Richmond, VA
Richmond Police Department

Salary: $55,822.00 – $106,236.83 Annually

Position Summary:
The City of Richmond Police Department is seeking individuals who desire a career in law enforcement with a large, urban “high performance” organization. The Police Recruit classification executes the beginning level of police work, providing protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances.
Essential Functions:

  • Patrolling assigned City beat for traffic and other violations using a variety of transportation including patrol car, motorcycle, bicycle, and horse
  • Making traffic stops and intervening in other criminal activity
  • Conducting general field services, including monitoring police radio and responding to citizen calls and complaints
  • Obtaining and issuing warrants
  • Interviewing suspects and witnesses and following up with victims
  • Interacting with city and community agencies and groups
  • Responding to citizen calls, complaints and requests for information

Requirements:

  • High school or General Education Diploma (GED).
  • Candidates may apply at 20 years & 3 months old *must be 21 years of age at the time of graduation from the Police Training Academy.
  • An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification.
  • US citizenship
  • Must possess a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver’s License upon completion of the Police Academy with a satisfactory driving record