To find out more about employment opportunities with the Division of Capitol Police, call 1-804-786-2442 or email HR@dcp.virginia.gov.
Police Officer
Starting salary: $45,000 (effective July 1, 2021); upon completion of Police Academy and Field Training salary is increased to $49,000
Qualifications
- Be 21 years of age on hire date
- Have a high school diploma or GED
- Pass a physical examination, including vision correctable to 20/20
- Successfully complete the Law-fit Physical Agility course
- Meet minimum requirements for color vision test, without corrected lenses
- Possess a valid Virginia operator's license
- Be a United States citizen
- Be of good character and reputation as established by a background investigation
- Pass all pre-employment testing
- Agree to a 5-year tenure agreement
Communications Officer
Starting salary: $38,000 (effective July 1, 2021)
Qualifications
- Be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire
- Have a high school diploma or GED
- Be able to speak clearly and distinctly, multi-task, hear, have vision skills and operate a computer keyboard
- Be a United States citizen or lawful resident for 10 years
- Have a valid Virginia operator's license
- Be of good character and reputation as established by a background investigation