Police Officer

Job Overview

The Ashland Police Department (APD) is seeking motivated individuals to serve as Police Officers. APD is internationally accredited (CALEA) and committed to professionalism. The position offers a competitive salary and award‑winning benefits.

• Respond to calls for service
• Enforce criminal and traffic codes
• Testify in court
• Complete various forms of paperwork

• At least 21 years of age
• Valid operator's license
• High school graduate or GED
• Sound financial background
• College‑level coursework and military experience highly valued

• Any felony or serious misdemeanor convictions or criminal activity indicating disregard for law or moral turpitude
• Distribution of narcotics
• Use of marijuana or THC products after the date of application
• Use of illegal substances (e.g., cocaine, heroin, LSD, anabolic steroids, Adderall when not prescribed) within last two years
• Alcohol or drug related driving convictions such as DUI
• Domestic assault conviction
• Crime of moral turpitude conviction
• Contributing to delinquency of a minor related to a sexual offense conviction
• Revoked or suspended operator’s license
• History of flagrant driving offenses (reckless driving, hit & run, failure to stop, numerous speeding offenses)
• Prior military applicants must have a full honorable discharge
• Recent, serious, or repetitive undetected crimes
• Failure to accurately report information or lack of completeness on Personal History Statement

Starting Salary: $55,199 (DCJS certified officers may receive higher starting salary based on training and experience). For 2025 schedule: $63,005 effective 7/1/2025.

• Health & Dental Insurance with low rates (single $0, dual $380, family $759/month)
• Participation in Virginia Retirement System
• 457 Deferred Compensation Program (up to 2% match)
• Town‑sponsored life insurance
• Paid Time Off Program (160 hours first year, 1 paid day per month for holidays)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 4‑step Career Development Program (4.5% increase per step every 2 years)
• Higher Education Reimbursement Program ($4,000 per year)
• Wellness/Fitness Program Bonus ($1,000 per year)

The Ashland Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.