What Roanoke PD pays
How we get pay dataTop of scale
$87,422
Posting · verified Oct 15, 2026Lateral start
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Not publishedTracked since Oct 1, 2026. We keep every figure a posting has ever stated, so changes show here.
Hiring bonus
$7,000 for certified laterals.
Certified Police Officers are eligible for a bonus up to $7,000.Job posting · verified Oct 15, 2026 · sourceOpen jobs at Roanoke PD
Police Officer - Certified
Roanoke, VACloses Nov 17, 2026$7,000 bonus$49,555startingPolice Officer
Roanoke, VACloses Nov 17, 2026$50,957startingPolice - School Resource Officer - No Benefits
Roanoke, VAOpen$30.00/hrstartingCertified School Resource Officer - Deputy Sheriff
Roanoke, VAContinuous$55,000startingDeputy Sheriff
Roanoke, VAContinuous$49,391starting
Requirements
From the department's postings- Takes out-of-state lateralsYes
- Lateral termsOut of state certified officers has to do this as well but there is a possibility that they may have to attend more training as their initial training may not meet DCJS standards since Basic Academy training is not standardized across the nation
- Scheduleshift work duty that includes both day and night shift; works frequently weekends and holidays
- Minimum age21
- EducationHigh school or GED
- Take-home carYes
- Tattoo policytattoos and beards allowed
- Certification required to applyYes
- Pension20 years' retirement at age 50
How Roanoke PD compares nearby
All 7 Roanoke Area agencies1 nearby department starts higher than Roanoke PD.
| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs Roanoke | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roanoke PD | Hiring | $49,391 | — | $7,000 | |
| Vinton PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Roanoke County PD | Hiring | $52,090 | +$2,699 | None | |
| Salem PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Rocky Mount PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Franklin County Sheriff | Not posting | Not published | — | None |
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