Police Captain

Salary: $76,000.00 - $83,000.00 Biweekly
Location : 200 William R. Harvey Way, Hampton, VA 23668
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: University Police
Opening Date: 02/20/2026


Description
Under limited supervision, this position is responsible for overall management and administration of a major functional area or bureau within the Police Department. Reports to the Deputy Chief of Police or the Chief of Police depending on assignment.

• Responsible for the effective supervision and overall management and coordination of law enforcement activities in a major bureau or functional area.
• Manages the operations of the bureau or area by reviewing reports and operational plans and discussing issues with personnel.
• Performs administrative duties in law enforcement, planning, and operations to include preparing reports and correspondence
• Monitors budget in assigned area and oversees equipment needs.
• Attended meetings to include command staff, policy review, etc.
• Provides updates to the appropriate Assistant Chief of Police regarding investigations, status of projects, and personnel matters.

Examples of Duties

• Manages personnel administration activities to include identifying training needs and conducting training
• Prepares and reviews performance evaluations.
• Handles disciplinary actions.
• Approve and monitor leave requests.
• Provides guidance to department officers on evaluating, counseling, motivating, and disciplining employees.
• Establishes and implements community relations service programs; attends events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications


Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and three (3) consecutive years as a Police Lieutenant or above, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental Information

• Requires satisfactory results from a medical, psychological evaluation and pre-employment substance abuse testing and is subject to random alcohol and controlled substance testing.
• A valid Virginia's driver's license prior to employment with an acceptable driving record to include a zero or positive point balance. Employees are required to refrain from the use of tobacco.
• Must obtain and maintain for continued employment all State requirements for Police Officers as specified in Virginia Code; all federal and state requirements to carry a firearm;
• The job is considered Essential Personnel and will be required to work a variety of schedules in a 24-hour, 7 day a week, which includes nights, weekends, holidays, and during and following natural disasters and emergency situations.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees and part-time employees who regularly work 20 hours or more per week including health care, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, legal insurance, accident, critical illness, hospitalization, tuition remission, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

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