Master Police Officer (Certified Police Officer)

Norfolk Police Department Police Officer

Currently accepting applications for Virginia certified police officers or certified police officers outside Virginia, within the United States. Norfolk police department has a rich history of safeguarding lives, safeguarding property, preventing / investigating crime, and maintaining peace for the city of Norfolk. The department was established in 1797, covers 66 square miles, and protects over 244,000 residents. Hear from one of our own and join today.

Core Values of Norfolk Police : S.H.I.E.L.D. - Service, Honor, Integrity, Equality, Leadership, Diversity. Norfolk Police Academy Information : Virginia Certified Police Officers or Certified Police Officers outside Virginia, within the United States.

Essential functions include, but are not limited to : performing the regular duties of an officer as well as specialized technical functions, enforcing state and local laws, performing patrol duties and responding to calls for service, performing a variety of duties and tasks related to the protection of life, property, and the preservation of the constitutional rights of every citizen, conducting criminal and traffic investigations, field interviews, serving warrants, subpoenas and other court papers, issuing summons and making arrests, watching for criminal, suspicious, or hazardous situations and taking appropriate policy action as necessary, providing assistance and information to the public and assisting in the prosecution of offenders. Must be able to perform the physical aspects and meet the requirements and tests prescribed by the city's civil service commission. Must have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. Certified Police Officers : Six (6) years of continuous service as a certified Police Officer. DCJS certification. Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) certification. National Criminal Information Center (NCIC) certification.

Other requirements : Valid Driver's License (prior to employment start date). U.S. Citizen (born or naturalized). Must successfully pass all entry level testing and assessments.

Applicants must successfully complete the following steps : Physical Agility Test - events designed to simulate typical work-related situations, that require the ability to perform specific physical activities. Psychological Examination - using the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory Test (MMPI), used to assess personality traits and psychopathology. Personal History Booklet - used to gather information of your personal history. Background Investigation - involves obtaining and verifying information related to prior employment, drug usage, personal and professional references and criminal records, DMV records and credit records. Polygraph Examination - used to verify the background data disclosed in the Personal History Booklet and employment application. Medical Examination - includes medical physical and drug screen.

Selected candidates will be required to sign an acknowledgement indicating that they will refrain from using tobacco products, both on and off-duty. This position is eligible for a one-time $5,000 signing bonus. The signing bonus will be paid upon completion of your probationary period. To receive the signing bonus, you must be an active employee in good standing. For any questions, please email Police Recruiting.