Police Officer Trainee (Basic Jailor)

Police Officer Trainee *In-State Basic Jailor to BLE Academy YOU MUST USE THIS LINK TO APPLY: https://jobs.
cityofchesapeake.
net/postings/10681 Job Description | IN-STATE BASIC JAILOR TO BASIC LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY HIRING PROCESS: (Expected Academy Start Date: May 6, 2024) Are you a Basic Jailor in Virginia with aspirations of becoming a Basic Law Enforcement Certified officer? This is your opportunity to participate in a unique, “relaxed atmosphere” academy program tailored specifically for you, aiming to pave the way to becoming a distinguished Chesapeake Police Officer.
We are committed to harnessing your existing experience and providing the essential training required to transform your dreams into reality.
Step out of the confines of the jail and embark on a fulfilling journey to serve your community as a police officer.
With a starting salary of $50,150 and multiple career paths, you can now make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding career.
Join us today and begin your path to becoming an integral part of our dedicated law enforcement team.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS: The purpose of the class is to protect life and property, enforce laws, and investigate crime.
The class is responsible for surveillance, law enforcement, investigations, apprehension, and reporting.
The class works according to set procedures under direct supervision.
This job classification provides service to the community on a 24-hour basis during all hours of the day and night.
To accommodate this 24-hour service, this job class is required to work on rotating schedules, which includes working weekends, holidays, and over one’s regularly scheduled hours (overtime) when required by operational necessity.
TYPICAL TASKS: Conducts routine patrols in residential and business areas; maintains contact with businesses and residents to establish good relations.
Responds to calls for police service and responds to crimes, domestic disputes, disturbances, disputes among neighbors, juveniles, or other incidents; apprehends lawbreakers as necessary; conducts follow-up investigations of crimes and other incidents, conducts surveillance of areas for suspected or potential criminal activity.
Provides information and/or assistance to the public, informing citizens of services in the community, or providing referrals to other city, county, or state agencies.
Maintains the peace and safety of the community by quelling public disturbances and maintaining order at group functions.
Provides for the safe and convenient flow of traffic and pedestrians within the community, investigates traffic accidents, enforces traffic violations, promotes vehicular and pedestrian safety, reports unsafe road conditions, and conducts DUI or other investigations.
Issues civil or legal documents such as traffic citations; prepares written reports, forms, and other documents as required; may testify in civil and criminal court proceedings or give depositions.
Attends training meetings, in-service training, and technical or professional classes, seminars, or conferences to improve technical or professional skills.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications: VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires high school diploma or GED.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with the City Driving Standards.
Special skills or equipment certification will be required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: This job classification provides service to the community on a 24-hour basis.
In order to accommodate the 24-hour service, this job classification is required to work rotating schedules, which include working weekends and holidays, and may involve work in excess of regularly scheduled hours when required by operational necessity.
Must be a United States Citizen.
Must be at least of legal age upon graduation from the academy (may apply at 20+ years of age).
Must be a current “in-state” jail officer or former “in-state” jail officer out of employment for less than twenty-four (24) months, or a recent “in-state” jail officer with at least 36 months of continuous previous service who completed jail basic training within the past sixty (60) months.
Must be in good standing with current/former employers.
Must meet all requirements of 15.
2-1705 Code of Virginia.
Must submit valid certifications, training records, and other requested documents.
Training exemptions are reviewed and determined on a case-by-case basis.
AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFYING FACTORS: Disqualification factors from the date of the application include, but are not limited to, the following: Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to any felony.
Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to a misdemeanor involving acts of moral turpitude (lying, cheating, and stealing).
Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to a misdemeanor sex offense.
Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to domestic assault.
Conviction of possession, manufacture, and/or distribution of illegal drugs, excluding possession of marijuana or any cannabis derivative.
· Use of Cocaine, LSD, PCP, or any type of hallucinogenic drug in the last five years, unless the candidate (i) has successfully completed a supervised drug rehabilitation program, or (ii) is participating in a supervised drug rehabilitation program and is no longer engaging in the illegal use of drugs.
Proof of successful completion of or active participation in a supervised drug rehabilitation program must be furnished to the Police Department.
Dishonorable discharge, Bad conduct/Misconduct discharge, and Other than Honorable discharges from military service.
General and Uncharacterized discharges from military service will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Untruthfulness or the withholding of pertinent information during any phase of the application process (e.
g.
application, interview, paperwork).
Cheating on any examination or testing associated with the process.
An acceptable driving record is determined as the following: No more than two convictions involving any moving violation within the last twelve months violations or convictions that indicate the valid driver’s license is/was denied, suspended, or revoked during the past two years for any reason other than failure to pay fines or other non-drug or alcohol related administrative reason(s).
No drug or alcohol-related driving convictions within the past three years.
No more than one conviction of reckless driving or driving 20 or more miles over the speed limit within the past three years.
Convictions that are so egregious that they could be deemed negligent in the City’s duties to the public may be addressed separately through the City’s Disciplinary Policy or may result in the disqualification of an applicant, intern, or volunteer.
The date of conviction and anticipated date of hire will be used when determining eligibility under this policy.
Preferred Qualifications: Compassion, empathy, and respect for others.
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Ability to remain calm and exercise good judgment.
Good physical condition.
Team player.
Critical thinking skills.
Problem-solving skills.
Interpersonal skills.
Strong moral character Devotion to community.
THE ONLINE APPLICATION AND PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT (PHS) MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE MOVING ON IN OUR PROCESS! Complete the PHS found at this link – Personal History Statement immediately after applying online.
Your PHS should be completed, notarized, and received by our background investigations via one of the two options listed below: OPTION 1: HAND DELIVERY – Delivery Address: Chesapeake Public Safety Building (CPD HQ) ATTN: Background Investigations Unit 304 Albemarle Drive Chesapeake, VA 23322 OPTION 2: CERTIFIED MAIL – Mailing Address: Chesapeake Police Department ATTN: Background Investigations Unit 304 Albemarle Drive Chesapeake, VA 23322 The Hand Delivery option is available 24/7 via a grey drop box labeled “Personal History Statements” in the CPD HQ lobby.
YOU MUST USE THIS LINK TO APPLY: https://jobs.
cityofchesapeake.
net/postings/10681 About Chesapeake Police Department: The Chesapeake Police Department is a growing department with over 525 police officers and civilian personnel.
The department is responsible for providing police services to over 249,422 citizens within an area of 353 square miles comprising the City of Chesapeake, which is located in the southern portion of Hampton Roads and is bordered by the City of Virginia Beach to the east, the City of Norfolk and Portsmouth to the north, the City of Suffolk to the west, and the State of North Carolina to the south.
The Chesapeake Police Department is divided into three major Bureaus, which are Patrol Operations, Investigations, and Support.
Each Bureau is commanded by a Major, reporting to the Deputy Chief of Police.
The Department has a strong commitment to Community Policing and provides a wide range of innovative and progressive law enforcement services.