Patrol Aide

Working Title of Vacant Position:
Patrol Aide

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Type:
Public

Number of Vacancies:
Multiple

Department: POLICE

Division: POLICE OPERATIONS

Requisition Number: 2026439

Number of hours worked per week: 40

Work Schedule:

Dayshifts or Evening shifts (Mon-Fri) with occasional weekends. (Varies)

Work Site

Location:

Chesapeake, VA.

Position Driving Requirement: R
- Routine

Pay Grade: GE06

Pay Basis:
Semi-Monthly

Advertised Salary: $42,580

This Patrol Aide hiring process is for a projected hire date of March 1, 2027. Are you passionate about becoming a police officer and making a tangible impact in your community? Start your journey as a Patrol Aide at the Chesapeake Police Department! Enjoy hands-on experience, comprehensive training, and a supportive environment, all while playing a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of Chesapeake residents and guests.

Here’s why you should consider joining our team as a Patrol Aide:

• Pathway to Policing:
  Starting as a Patrol Aide provides invaluable hands‑on experience and a solid foundation in law enforcement, preparing you to seamlessly transition to a Chesapeake Police Officer Trainee position once you meet the age requirement. This role is an excellent stepping stone; you’ll gain practical skills and insights that will be instrumental in your future career as a Chesapeake Police Officer, all while contributing meaningfully to the community.
• Diverse Responsibilities:
  From assisting sworn officers with traffic control at accident scenes to directing traffic at school crossings and special events, you’ll engage in a variety of essential duties that directly contribute to public safety.
• Comprehensive Training:
  Our Chesapeake Law Enforcement Training Academy provides thorough, paid training and abundant resources. Even if you have no prior law enforcement experience, we’ll equip you with the skills needed to excel in your role.
• Supportive Environment:
  We cultivate an inclusive and supportive workplace where diversity is celebrated. Your unique background and perspective will strengthen our team and enhance our ability to serve the community effectively.

As a Patrol Aide, your responsibilities will include assisting with traffic control, responding to reports of disabled vehicles, and conducting searches for missing persons. You’ll also assist with parking violations and provide essential information and assistance to the public. This role is crucial in upholding public safety and enhancing community relations.

Our commitment to serving the community is unwavering. We operate on a 24‑hour basis, providing around‑the‑clock service to ensure the safety of our residents and visitors. This dedication requires patrol aides and officers to work on rotating schedules, including weekends, holidays, and sometimes paid overtime as needed to meet operational demands.

If you’re ready to join a team dedicated to service, diversity, and making a positive impact, we invite you to apply and begin a rewarding career with the Chesapeake Police Department.

• Assists sworn officers with traffic control at scenes of vehicle accidents.
• Directs and controls traffic at school crossings and special events.
• Responds to reports of disabled vehicles, assists disabled motorists, and provides traffic control as needed.
• Completes phone reports and investigates abandoned vehicles.
• Collects evidence relating to minor property crimes as directed by a supervisor.
• Conducts searches for missing persons.
• Transports police department vehicles for maintenance and repairs.
• Assists with parking violations at locations without disorderly subjects on scene.
• Provides information and assistance to the…