Virginia DCJS Certified Police Officer; School Resource Officer

Overview

THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR VIRGINIA DCJS CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICERS ONLY

This DCJS Certified Police Officer performs responsible protective service work as a School Resource Officer
, in conjunction with Charlottesville City School staff, to ensure the safety and security of school campuses, students, staff, and visitors. This position is a sworn police officer assignment and reports to a Police Sergeant (police assignments are at the discretion of the Police Chief and/or their designee).

Pay and Benefits: Pay will be between $26.45 to $47.77 hourly ($55,016.00 - $99,365.02 annually), depending on sworn law enforcement experience. Officers are eligible to receive an education stipend for completed Associate Degree ($1,000 per year) or Bachelor's Degree ($2,000 per year). This is a full-time, non-exempt position and provides benefits including health insurance options with employer contribution, paid vacation and sick leave, employer-paid life insurance, City retirement options, gym reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

Notes: The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, with a Portability Agreement with VRS. Questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement can be directed to the City s Benefits Administrator.

Posting note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." Applications may be submitted as soon as possible and may be evaluated on a continuous basis. Interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during recruitment. The announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days.

Essential functions and standards: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for individuals with disabilities. The City retains discretion to add to or change duties at any time.

• Serves as a front-line liaison between the Charlottesville Police Department (CPD) and Charlottesville City Schools (CCS) to ensure mutual trust and open communication.
• Ensures the safety and security of CCS buildings and events in concert with CCS administration and school Care & Safety Assistants (CSAs).
• Establishes and maintains a professional rapport with students and works closely with school administration to resolve issues, providing legal resources, referrals, and/or diversion as necessary.
• Performs State mandated tasks such as threat assessments and security assessments.
• Provides instructional support in areas related to Driver Education, Substance Abuse Awareness and Risk, and Personal Safety and Situational Awareness.
• Documents incidents in detail and maintains concise reports and records.
• Drives and safely operates police vehicles.
• Stays current on Virginia Laws, City ordinances, and CPD rules and regulations.
• Participates in mandatory and elective trainings and attends seminars and training programs.
• Maintains proficiency with firearms and self-defense; serves as a resource to peers in complex or difficult emergency situations.
• May be required to report to work on scheduled days off or return during disasters or emergencies.
• Performs all duties with confidentiality and integrity; responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment and resources, including work time; maintains regular attendance.

• May perform duties of Police Officer as required or reassigned.
• May appear in court to present evidence and testify.
• Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as assigned.

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent; and at least 2 years of experience as a Police Officer.

• Certification as a Virginia Police Officer.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid Virginia driver s license and an acceptable driving record per city criteria.
• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident applying for citizenship; documentation required.
  
  Note:
  
  citizenship waiver must be approved by the DCJS.
• Must sign a Condition of Employment Acknowledging prohibition of tobacco use on and off duty.
• Must hold and maintain:
  Virginia DCJS Law Enforcement Officer certification; VCIN; firearms proficiency; and CPR/First Aid.
• Work schedule requires flexible shifts, holidays, nights, and weekends; may involve extended assignments.
• Must pass all phases of screening including written exam, physical agility test, interviews, background check, polygraph, psychological and medical exams, and pre-employment drug screening. Current Virginia certified officers may have waivers for some tests.
• Must be in satisfactory health to perform academy training, field training, and duties; reasonable accommodations available on a case-by-case basis.
• Successful completion of field training and probationary period after field training.

• Automatic disqualifiers: see official posting for the list (link not included in this…