Division of Capitol Police 
Commonwealth of Virginia
CAPITOL POLICE OFFICER #CP087
(Working Title: Police Officer)
The Capitol Police is a Legislative Branch agency responsible for full-service law enforcement and security services for the Virginia State Capitol Complex and assigned properties in Richmond, Virginia; protective services for the Governor and Virginia’s First Family while they are in-residence at the Executive Mansion; dignitary protective services for the Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, the Justices of Virginia’s Supreme Court, and members of the Virginia Legislature; court security for the Supreme Court of Virginia and Virginia Court of Appeals; and special event assignments and security details throughout the Commonwealth. Services are delivered through vehicle patrol, bicycle patrol, foot patrol, static posts, traffic law enforcement, traffic crash investigations, criminal investigations, dignitary protection, and crowd control for various events.
The Division of Capitol Police is seeking “certified” applicants for positions of Capitol Police Officer, Pay Band 4. Positions will be assigned to Uniformed Operations, Washington Building, 1100 Bank Street, 2nd Floor, Richmond, VA 23219.
| TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: | Full-time sworn positions with state benefits. |
| DUTIES: | Protection of Government officials, legislators, employees, and citizens through the enforcement of state laws and the compliance with policies and procedures through patrols in the Division’s statutory jurisdiction and the maintaining of stationary police posts in assigned properties. Duties include: affecting an arrest, testifying in court; safely operating a law enforcement vehicle, interviewing individuals, performing searches of people and property, reading and comprehending a variety of legal and administrative documents. Applicants will receive life and health insurance benefits, will earn sick and vacation leave; enhanced law enforcement retirement; career development program. |
| QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: | Candidates must be 21 years of age and a U.S. citizen. Valid drivers license; high school diploma or G.E.D. Must be able to pass a physical and psychological examination; no felony or misdemeanor convictions; subject to random drug screening. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with a diverse population. Ability to utilize a personal computer using current software programs. Candidates must be certified as a Law Enforcement Officer. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND FINGERPRINT-BASED CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK REQUIRED; ALSO REQUIRED MEDICAL, DRUG AND PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING. |
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| QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED: | Prior experience in police or related law enforcement work. Graduation from an accredited college or university with applicable coursework in government, business, criminal justice or a related field. Military experience is also preferred. |
| PAY BAND RANGE: | $31,352 - $64,347 |
| STARTING SALARY: | Starting salary will be determined based on years of service and work experience performing law enforcement duties and responsibilities. |
| APPLICATION DEADLINE: | Applications will be accepted through 5:00 p.m., January 6, 2012. |
| APPLICATION PROCESS: | Completed applications for employment must be submitted online to the Virginia Jobs website at https://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov/applicants/jsp/shared/Welcome_css.jsp. |
Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.
“Reasonable Accommodations” are provided for applicants with disabilities. AA/EOE/ADA
