Police Officer VA Certified Lateral

Overview

Applications are being accepted to establish an eligibility list for Police Officer positions at the Manassas City Police Department.

• Enforces all applicable city, state and federal laws.
• Conducts criminal investigations, patrols assigned area and assists in emergency situations.
• Reviews all documents, papers and notes related to an investigation to allow for knowledgeable courtroom testimony.
• Speaks with, and interacts with citizens to establish rapport and trust.
• Establishes probable cause, issues summons, completes criminal complaints, and testifies to Magistrate during probable cause hearings for adult custodial arrests.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the use of issued or assigned equipment to include: issued firearm, ASP, Taser, OC, PBT, camera, patrol rifle, mobile data terminal, less-than-lethal munitions, body worn cameras and patrol shield.

Please note there are several steps to this process. They are as follows:

• Complete Online Application / Supplemental Questionnaire
• Preliminary Background Check
• Preliminary Interview
• Physical Agility Test
• Conditional Job Offer
• Background Investigation
• Polygraph
• Video Based Test (Interpersonal Communication & Decision Making Test)
• Final Interview
• Psychological Exam
• Medical Screening to include drug test

For more information about the Police Department go to Manassas City Police Department.

The City of Manassas, Virginia, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Education and licensure requirements:
High School diploma or GED;
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must meet the minimum requirements set forth by 15.2-1705 of the Code of Virginia. Must successfully complete required law enforcement training. Must be able to pass a background investigation, polygraph, physical/medical, drug test, and psych exam.

Because this position is open as an eligibility list, it may take several weeks or months before you are notified about upcoming physical agility exam dates. Dates are only released a few times a year based on departmental needs. We appreciate your patience during this process.

Disclaimer:
The use of tobacco products is a disqualifier for consideration of this position and any future applications.