Police Officer

The Public Safety Division at Virginia Tech is comprised of the Police Department, Environmental Health & Safety, and the Office of Emergency Management. It supports the well‑being of our community through planning, responding to emergency events, and fostering a culture of preparedness.

• Investigate motor vehicle accidents, personal injuries, and criminal matters.
• Enforce state and federal laws and University policies.
• Prepare investigative reports and provide courtroom testimony.
• Provide traffic direction and crowd control during events.
• Respond to emergency situations and conduct extended foot patrols.
• Work a rotating shift schedule that includes weekends, nights, and holidays, and report for duty during adverse weather conditions or when the university is closed.
• Adhere to all criteria established for a nationally accredited police department.
• Perform additional duties as requested by supervisor and maintain a positive work environment.

• Experience writing reports or similar documents.
• Experience interacting with the public.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with a culturally diverse department and community.
• Ability to provide credible court testimony and comprehend legal documents.
• Use independent judgment and exhibit restraint in stressful situations.
• Operate a motor vehicle at high speeds in adverse conditions.
• Gather facts through personal contact, observation, and record examination.
• React quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
• Recognize safety and security hazards on campus and take corrective action.

• Perform strenuous physical activities.
• Run, jump, climb stairs, bend, lift, and restrain individuals as needed.
• Work on bicycle, vehicle, or foot.
• Pass a physical abilities test by running 1.5 miles within 20 minutes.
• Use a respirator when required.
• Pass a medical exam, including vision testing, after a conditional offer.

• Complete a comprehensive background check and credit history check, including driving records, criminal history (with fingerprinting), and a pre‑employment drug screening.
• Subject to random, reasonable‑suspicion, and post‑accident drug and alcohol screening per department policy.
• Successfully complete a psychological assessment.

• U.S. citizen as required by Virginia Code Section 15.2‑1705.
• Qualify under federal and state guidelines to carry a firearm; individuals with a misdemeanor domestic‑violence conviction are prohibited from carrying.
• High school graduate or possess proof of equivalency degree.
• Hold a valid Virginia Operator's License or obtain it within 30 days of employment.
• Meet vision requirements: no worse than 20/200 uncorrected, correctable to 20/20; color blindness is disqualifying.
• Be at least 20 years old on the date of hire.
• Meet all other standards mandated by law and the Criminal Justice Services Board.

• Current Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) certification at the time of hire.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in criminal justice, police science, or related field.
• Previous military experience.

Base salary of $54,500 with military and educational incentives.

28‑day cycle; 12‑hour shifts; shift schedule varies by assignment.

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Virginia Tech does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, religion, sexual orientation, or military status. Virginia Tech accommodates individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws; contact Megan Hinkle at mahinkle during regular business hours for accommodation requests.

Successful candidates will undergo a criminal conviction and driving check as part of the hiring process.

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