This job is located in Henrico, VA. Starting salary $61,797
Apply on our website at https://henrico.us/services/jobs and search the keyword “police.”
General Duties
Performs law enforcement duties in an assigned area during a specific period; assists in investigations of criminal offenses and in the apprehension of criminals; does related work as required.
Information pertaining to testing will be sent by email to all applicants who meet minimum requirements. It is important that you keep your email address current in the Henrico Jobs website. If you have any questions or concerns, please call our recruiters at 804-501-5196.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Possession of a valid U.S. driver’s license. 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 tattoos and will be examined on a case-by-case basis.
The Henrico County Police Division has a tobacco policy which states all sworn Police Officers and Animal Protection Police Officers shall refrain from smoking or the use of any tobacco products while on duty or off duty.
You must be 21 years of age or older by academy graduation date to be eligible for this position.
The physical training program for the Police Academy is demanding. In order for recruits to be successful in the academy they must be in good physical condition upon entry. Applicants who are not in good physical condition should begin a personal fitness program immediately.
For more information on a career as a Henrico Police Officer, go to www.JoinHenricoPolice.com.
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.
How To Apply
Closing Date: This position closes on August 11, 2025.
You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our online applicant system, which is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with an Internet connection on a desktop or laptop computer. Please access our job site portal through https://henrico.us/services/jobs and search the keyword “police” or click on the Jobs link in the upper right-hand corner of our main County page at https://henrico.us.