Lateral Police Officer I

Job Posting End Date: December 31, 2026 Department : POLICE Compensation Grade : Y22 Compensation Range & Starting Salary : Starting salary is commensurate with years of experience Lateral/Police Officer I (Y22) Pay Grade Range - $57,803.20 - $90,084.80 Lateral/Police Officer II (Y23) Pay Grade Range - $60,094.40 - $94,598.40 Lateral/Master Police Officer (Y25) Pay Grade Range - $66,934.40 - $104,312 A $10,000 hiring bonus is being offered for this position set up in installments and subject to a repayment agreement. The repayment agreement is presented at the time of conditional offer and the 2nd and 3rd installments are awarded if performance is rated as "Meets Expectations" or higher in the six (6) month interim performance evaluation and in the first annual performance evaluation at the conclusion of the fifteen (15) month probationary period (incoming sworn officers will have a twelve (12) month probationary period). Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime) : No Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40 About Us : Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference. Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications : Please complete the application in its entirety and include your resume if required by the posting. Your responses to any "Supplemental Questions", if attached to this requisition, must be supported by the information you provide on your application and/or resume; or otherwise demonstrated during the hiring process. You will not be able to access the details of this job ad once the closing date has passed. If you would like to retain this information, please take a screen shot or print using your browser's printing capability. Special Instructions: In state Lateral Police Officer candidates are required to attend an abbreviated academy for experienced officers and a brief Police Training Officer (PTO) phase (12 weeks*) before being released to work independently within their assigned precinct. In-state laterals must complete the Virginia DCJS Application for Exemption from Virginia Compulsory Minimum Training Standards (Form W-2). Out of state Lateral Officer candidates are required to attend an abbreviated Option 5 Academy for experienced Officers and Police Training Officer field training of 12 weeks. Out-of-state lateral law enforcement officers may be eligible to waive the Basic Law Enforcement (BLE) Academy through the Option 5 process, pending review and approval by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS). Applicants must submit a completed Option 5 Questionnaire for DCJS evaluation. Final determination regarding the waiver of BLE training and/or authorization for the Virginia Beach Police Department to host the Option 5 Academy rests solely with DCJS. If DCJS does not grant approval—or at the discretion of the Chief of Police or their designee—the applicant will be required to attend the full BLE Academy. Current DCJS Certified jailers who qualify for Option 6 will be hired within the Virginia Beach Police rank structure with a salary commensurate with their experience and qualifications up to the level of Police Officer I and are eligible for a hiring bonus. Option 6 candidates are required to attend an abbreviated 16-20 weeks academy and a brief Police Training Officer (PTO) phase (12 weeks) before being released to work independently within their assigned precinct. DOC certified Jailers do not qualify for the Option 6 Academy and will be required to attend the Full Basic Law Enforcement Academy. This recruitment is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a regular basis. Applicants must: • Successfully complete testing and have an acceptable background investigation, including a polygraph exam • Maintain eligibility for issuance of a handgun permit by the Commonwealth of Virginia • Maintain eligibility for access to the NCIC/VCIN network administered by the Virginia State Police • Maintain eligibility for Department of Criminal Justice Services certification • Upon receiving a conditional offer of employment, successfully complete medical and psychological exams (provided at City expense) o Note: The pre-employment medical exam includes drug testing for a variety of substances, including marijuana *12 weeks is the minimum PTO phase. This time frame may be extended for officers who require additional time working in partnership with a Virginia Beach training officer. Additional requirements: • DMV Transcript: Yes • Physical: Yes • Psychological Screening: Yes • Polygraph: Yes Minimum Requirements : Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED. Must have one (1) to three (3) years of experience as a law enforcement officer but not currently certified in the State of Virginia or be a current Virginia DCJS certified Sheriff Deputy or Jailer eligible for the DCJS Option 6 academy. Must have a current and valid driver’s license and be able to obtain a current Virginia or North Carolina driver’s license in accordance with Virginia or North Carolina DMV driver’s license eligibility requirements within thirty (30) days of Hire. U.S. citizenship Eligible for issuance of a handgun permit by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Successful completion of the selection process, full background investigation, polygraph, medical and psychological exams. Must be classified as fit for employment by the Occupational Health Office and able to pass the Department’s annual physical assessment test. Must refrain from using all tobacco products on and off the job. Special Requirements: This position may require that incumbents wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, or other designated