Police Officer Certified/Uncertified
Covington Division of Police
333 West Locust Street, Covington, VA 24426
$40,320 - $45,100 a year - Full-time
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Pay • $40,320 - $45,100 a year
Job type • Full-time
Shift and schedule • 12 hour shift
• Overtime
• Rotating weekends
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Location 333 West Locust Street, Covington, VA 24426
 
Benefits
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• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
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General Description
This position performs responsible protective service work involving a variety of general or support duty Police assignments; does related work as required. Much of the work is performed under emergency conditions and frequently involves considerable personal hazards. Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Police Sergeant or Corporal.
Requirements/Preferences
High School diploma or GED required minimum or any combination of experience working with the public and education accepted as well. Be at least 21 years of age; pass physical and psychological examinations, and a drug screening test. Possess a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license, and a Department of Criminal Justice Certification.
Salary and Benefits
Minimum starting salary is $40,320 annually for Police Recruit. Certified Police Officers starting salary is $45,100. The City offers a generous benefits package including health insurance, life insurance, VRS retirement, paid leave and holidays. Following a conditional offer of employment, applicant must pass a physical examination and drug test.
Application Process
Interested applicants are requested to complete a City employment application which can be found at www.covington.va.us under “City Government” and then “Employment”. In addition to the basic application, candidates are requested to complete an information waver and resume. Applications are to be sent via email to policeinfo@covington.va.us or via mail to Detective R. B. Baker Covington Division of Police, 333 W. Locust Street, Covington, VA 24426. Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.
The City of Covington offers equal employment opportunities to all job applicants and employees. All employment policies and practices shall be free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, political affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,320.00 - $45,100.00 per year
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Rotating weekends
Education:
• High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
• Military: 1 year (Preferred)
• Law enforcement: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
• Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
 
General Description
This position performs responsible protective service work involving a variety of general or support duty Police assignments; does related work as required. Much of the work is performed under emergency conditions and frequently involves considerable personal hazards. Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Police Sergeant or Corporal.
Requirements/Preferences
High School diploma or GED required minimum or any combination of experience working with the public and education accepted as well. Be at least 21 years of age; pass physical and psychological examinations, and a drug screening test. Possess a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license, and a Department of Criminal Justice Certification.
Salary and Benefits
Minimum starting salary is $40,320 annually for Police Recruit. Certified Police Officers starting salary is $45,100. The City offers a generous benefits package including health insurance, life insurance, VRS retirement, paid leave and holidays. Following a conditional offer of employment, applicant must pass a physical examination and drug test.
Application Process
Interested applicants are requested to complete a City employment application which can be found at www.covington.va.us under “City Government” and then “Employment”. In addition to the basic application, candidates are requested to complete an information waver and resume. Applications are to be sent via email to policeinfo@covington.va.us or via mail to Detective R. B. Baker Covington Division of Police, 333 W. Locust Street, Covington, VA 24426. Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.
The City of Covington offers equal employment opportunities to all job applicants and employees. All employment policies and practices shall be free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, political affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,320.00 - $45,100.00 per year
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Rotating weekends
Education:
• High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
• Military: 1 year (Preferred)
• Law enforcement: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
• Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person