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Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office

Police Officer

Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office, Chesterfield Court House, Virginia, United States

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Minimum Qualifications US citizen, or a citizen in the naturalization process with DCJS approval. Minimum 21 years old at conclusion of field training. High school diploma or GED. Must pass physical agility test and a background investigation (polygraph, psychological, medical, drug screening). Must possess a valid Virginia driver’s license with ≤6 demerit points in past 12 months or a DUI conviction within past 4 years. Binocular vision of 20/25 corrected or better. Must not have felony, habitual misdemeanor, or sexual/misdemeanor domestic assault convictions. Must pass physical agility test and a comprehensive background check.

Physical salary: $60,147 per year during recruit training. Progressively increases to $62,751 upon attaining Police Officer status. Further step increments at fiscal year changes; Step 2 increases to $64,163 after field training completion.

Job Duties

Operate assigned patrol vehicle; patrol county traffic and criminal violations.

Respond to citizen calls, complaints, and information requests.

Conduct victim, witness, and suspect interviews; prepare detailed reports.

Make arrests, testify in court, and engage community groups.

Perform other police patrol operations as assigned.

Shift & Work Location Shifts are permanently assigned based on department need. Candidates must be able to work any shift, including overnight and weekend assignments.

Location: Chesterfield, VA.

Application Process Pre‑employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check, and education/degree verification required. The position is considered Critical Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug testing and alcohol testing.

Once application processed, applicants will be contacted by the Police Personnel Division. For inquiries, call 804‑748‑1547.

Equal Opportunity & Commitment to Diversity Chesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Contact Human Resources Department

9901 Lori Road / P.O. Box 40

Chesterfield, VA 23832

Phone 804‑748‑1551

Website: http://www.chesterfield.gov

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