Henrico

Ability to be courteous yet firm with the public and to be alert; ability to use discretion and good judgment; ability to understand and to carry out complex oral and written instructions; ability to drive an automobile; ability to learn how to use firearms; good powers of observation and memory; excellent moral character; physical condition that permits the activities necessary in and inherent to the police officer profession; good written communication skills to properly prepare accurate case-related paperwork and render accurate paperwork related to all job assignment activities; and good oral communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations. 

Expected Salary Range $64,038 - $117,802.28.

The Henrico Police Division is seeking qualified applicants who are currently certified as a Law Enforcement Officers by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services or an equivalent certification for out of state applicants.  The following factors must be met for consideration:

Graduate of a Virginia DCJS certified police training academy or equivalent for out of state applicants.

Employed as a sworn officer, deputy, investigator, detective or sworn supervisor for a minimum of one year. 

Complete and successfully pass all levels of the police officer selection process.

Qualifying candidates must be in good standing with a transferring agency and have no pending investigations or disciplinary actions.

A starting salary above entry-level step 1 may be considered based on the qualifications of the applicant and needs of the Police Division at time of hire. All salary considerations will be on a case-by-case basis in conjunction with County of Henrico Department of Human Resources.

The tentative hire date for this vacancy is January 11, 2027.  Information pertaining to testing will be sent via email to all applicants who meet minimum requirements via electronic mail.  It is important that you keep your email address current.  If you have any questions or concerns, please call 804-501-5196.

Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of Virginia by the date of hire. Must be a citizen of the United States. Requires a pre-employment physical examination and/or medical tests administered by Henrico County Employee Health Services, the components of which are based on and appropriate to the specific sensory and/or physical demands of the job.  Vision requirement is uncorrected vision greater than 20/100 (20/100 must correct to 20/40 in both eyes).

Per Police Division policy, tattoos and brandings on the scalp, face (front of a person's head from the forehead to chin), and the front of the neck are prohibited.  Exceptions to this policy may be made for cosmetic and hand tattoos, which will be examined on a case by case basis.

The Henrico County Police Division has a tobacco policy which states all sworn Police Officers shall refrain from smoking or the use of any tobacco products while on duty or off duty.

A full background investigation, including a criminal history record check and fingerprinting, is conducted on all persons who are selected to proceed to the background phase of the process.

For more information on a career as a Henrico Police Officer, go to http://JoinHenricoPolice.com.

Graduation from high school; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation (Dept. of Social Services, JRJDC, Juvenile Detention Home)