Police Officer I

Are you looking to make a direct impact in the community you serve? If so, the City of Alexandria’s Police Department is encouraging you to apply for their Police Office I position. This is the entry‑level officer position, with potential for professional growth. Please read this posting thoroughly for the description of the role as well as an overview of the recruitment process. To apply please submit an application by clicking the green "Apply" button on the top right corner of this posting. For more information please visit Responsibilities Patrol a designated area of the City on foot, on a radio‑equipped motorcycle, or in a radio‑equipped car to preserve law and order, prevent and discover the commission of crime, direct traffic and enforce motor vehicle operation and parking regulations; Answer calls and complaints involving fire, automobile accidents, robberies, neighborhood disturbances and other misdemeanors and felonies; Secure the scene of a crime, administer first aid, conduct preliminary investigations, gather evidence, obtain witnesses and make arrests; Testify as a witness in court in connection with arrests and citations; Administer first aid at the scene of automobile accidents, interview witnesses, gather information and prepare detailed accident reports; Interview persons with complaints and inquiries, attempt to make proper disposition or direct them to proper authorities; Give advice on laws and ordinances and general information to the public; Conduct investigations of vice and narcotics activities, investigate reports of stolen automobiles and property stolen from automobiles, and conduct follow‑up investigations of homicides and thefts; Cover an assigned beat with primary emphasis on traffic law enforcement and provide specialized traffic control services in connection with parades and similar public events; Investigate charges of fraud, forgery, embezzlement and bad checks; Process crime scenes; Maintain evidence and other property; Recruit applicants for police positions; Investigate cases of runaways, assaults, larcenies, burglaries, sex involving juveniles, child neglect and abuse, and vandalism; Conduct foot patrol and building searches, and track wanted persons as a K‑9 official; Respond to domestic trouble and civil dispute cases; Investigate homicides, suicides, felonious assault and all sex‑related cases when assigned as an investigator in the Criminal Investigations Division; Educate the public in crime prevention; Attend regular training classes in police methods, first aid, firearms qualifications and related subjects; Keep informed with respect to persons of known bad character and places of questionable legality within an assigned area; Maintain records and prepare reports; Perform related work as required. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED; one year of work experience involving public contact under varying circumstances; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Employees must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the state of their residence. Candidates for this class are required to meet the minimum age and medical standards as established by the Human Resources Department. Good character and background are essential requirements. Preferred Qualifications Four‑Year College Degree or equivalent, directly‑related work experience. Pre‑Employment Testing Successful completion of pre‑employment testing to include: Mandatory Orientation, Introductory Interview, Background Questionnaire, Writing Prompt, Polygraph Examination, Background Investigation (including credit check), Senior Panel Interview, Psychological Examination, Medical Examination, Drug Screen, and Driver License Check. Failure at any step results in elimination from the process. Automatic Disqualifiers Evidence that the applicant has willfully provided false or misleading information during the application or screening process, either orally or in writing. Criminal History As an adult, being convicted of a felony crime. As an adult, being convicted of any crime felony or misdemeanor involving perjury, false statements or a crime of moral turpitude. As an adult, commission of an unreported felony crime during the three year period immediately preceding the date of application. Convicted of a crime of domestic violence. Recent or ongoing affiliation with, and/or support of, an organization or group which advocates the violent overthrow of the United States government, or whose professed goals are contrary to the interests of public safety. Substance Abuse Illegal use of a controlled substance will be reviewed on a case by case basis. Age, Citizenship and Documentation You must be at least 20 years old, a U.S. citizen or naturalized citizen and be able to provide proof of each prior to being allowed into the testing site. You must bring your driver’s license, social security card, and proof of U.S. citizenship (and a copy of each) in order to enter into our hiring process. Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, military status, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Alexandria, Virginia