Police Service Aide

Job Summary

The Chesterfield County Police Department is seeking a dedicated Police Service Aide to support law enforcement operations. This full-time role involves diverse duties including responding to citizen calls, assisting in investigations, and maintaining community safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate department vehicles to respond to non-emergency citizen calls.
• Conduct interviews with victims and witnesses to collect information pertinent to investigations.
• Manage and process physical evidence accurately.
• Prepare comprehensive police reports documenting incidents and activities.
• Engage with community members to foster safety and trust.
• Assist motorists who are stranded and manage traffic control for prolonged periods.
• Perform various field operations and additional tasks as assigned.

Qualifications and Eligibility

• Minimum age of 18 at application.
• High school diploma or GED by the commencement of academy training.
• Experience in customer service or participation in law enforcement programs such as explorer or cadet initiatives.
• Must hold or qualify for a Virginia driver's license with no more than six demerit points within the past year and no DUI convictions in the past four years.
• Visual acuity to meet binocular vision standards of 20/25 corrected and physical build proportional to height.
• No felony convictions or habitual misdemeanors.
• Clean record with respect to misdemeanor sex offenses and domestic assault charges, including no guilty or no contest pleas.
• Successful completion of a thorough background investigation including polygraph, psychological evaluation, and medical clearance.
• Must pass pre-employment drug tests, FBI background check, and education verification.
• Compliance with random drug and alcohol testing policies required by this critical safety sensitive position.
• Prohibition on illegal drug use and medical marijuana usage; alcohol consumption is forbidden while on duty.
• Eligibility to work in secure environments regulated by CJIS requiring stricter background checks.
• U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency with eligibility for naturalization.

Additional Information

• Salary: $45,723 annually.
• Work location: Chesterfield, Virginia Police Department.
• Work schedule includes varied shifts, holidays, and weekends.
• Opportunity to gain valuable training and field experience, beneficial for candidates pursuing careers as Chesterfield County Police Officers.
• The position remains open until filled; initial review of applications begins June 8, 2026.
• Chesterfield County promotes equal employment opportunities focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Contact

For inquiries, contact the Human Resources Department at 804-748-1551.