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PARTICIPATING ORGANIZATIONS Anne Arundel County Police Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority Central Intelligence Agency Chesapeake Police Department Chesterfield County Police Department City of Durham Police Department City of Fairfax Police Department City of Roanoke Police Department Department of State, Bureau of Diplomatic Security Fairfax County Police Department Greensboro Police Department Hampton Police Division Henrico County Police Division Lynchburg Police Department Metropolitan Police Department, DC Montgomery County Police Department Newport News Police Department Norfolk Police Department North Carolina State Highway Patrol Prince William County Police Department Roanoke County Police Department Rock Hill Police Department United States Border Patrol Virginia Beach Police Department Virginia State Troopers
ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY POLICE CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Cpl. C McFarlane Recruiter’s Email: cmcfarlane@aacounty.org Recruiter’s Phone: 410-222-8677 Website: www.aacounty.org/police DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY Over the years, the department has steadily grown into a large, modern organization—keeping pace with the growing population of Anne Arundel County. County businesses and communities have also grown with the increasing demand for products, services, and places to live. This growth and development continues, and the police department remains efficient and effective to ensure that public safety needs are not compromised. The quality of life for citizens living and working in Anne Arundel County is enhanced by the police department adhering to high standards and practicing sound law enforcement. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Entry-Level Police Officer Police Communications Operator
BLUE RIDGE REGIONAL JAIL AUTHORITY CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Ernestine Calloway Recruiter’s Email: ecalloway@brrja.state.va.us Recruiter’s Phone: 434-847-3100 Website: www.brrja.state.va.us DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY The Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority was created in November 1994 by Member Jurisdictions for the purpose of developing and operating a regional jail system; which was established by acquiring, renovating, and expanding existing jail facilities and constructing additional jail facilities. Member Jurisdictions were faced with increasing jail populations resulting in the need for additional capacity, which was exacerbated by the poor physical condition of many of the existing facilities. The Authority employs 410 persons and has an average daily inmate population in excess of 1100. In July 2013, the BRRJA achieved 15 years of providing for public safety in a humane and fiscally responsible manner. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time Internships POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Jail Officers
CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Alison C. Recruiter’s Email: N/A Recruiter’s Phone: N/A Website: https://www.cia.gov/careers/opportunities/ciajobs/ DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY CIA’s information, insights, and actions consistently provide tactical and strategic advantage for the United States. There’s no other career like a CIA career. The work here is truly that of the nation. Find your next career opportunity in our list of open positions on our website. Make a difference in your career. Consider the global employment opportunities at the CIA. We’re looking for a diversity of people for the important job of keeping America safe. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time Internships POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: All Positions in all Majors. Visit our website for all opportunities
CHESAPEAKE POLICE DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Michael Rushak Recruiter’s Email: mrushak@cityofchesapeake.net Recruiter’s Phone: 757-382-1536 Website: www.ChesapeakePolice.com DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY What does it take to join the Chesapeake Police Department? A deep sense of integrity and determination, stamina and intelligence, dedication to protecting the public, and the desire to make a difference in the lives of many are just the beginning. We are looking for men and women who thrive on challenges and pride themselves in helping others, and are willing to work hard to learn the necessary skills for this challenging but critical role. Becoming a police officer can be a tough, demanding and unpredictable job, but it is also one of the most rewarding positions you will ever have. Every day that you wear your uniform and badge, you will be making the City of Chesapeake a safer and better place to live for you, your family, your friends and your neighbors. Nothing is more valuable than that. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Police Officer
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Corporal Juana Butler Recruiter’s Email: policerecruit@chesterfield.gov Recruiter’s Phone: 804-796-7169 Website: www.chesterfieldpd.com DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY The mission of the Chesterfield County Police Department is To serve the people of Chesterfield County with integrity and professionalism. To protect the quality of life, safety, and security of our diverse community through proactive enforcement efforts and effective crime prevention strategies. To lead the community in solving problems and building partnerships. The new vision statement provides a lofty destination for the organization: The Chesterfield County Police Department is committed to being a nationally recognized leader in law enforcement through hiring, training, and promoting the finest police professionals. Our department is dedicated to the use of innovative and adaptive law enforcement technology, as well as implementing effective crime prevention strategies with our community partners. We are devoted to ensuring the safety and security of our community through exceptional service. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Police Officer
CITY OF DURHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Pamela Shackleford Recruiter’s Email: pamela.shackleford@durhamnc.gov Recruiter’s Phone: 919-560-4575 Website: www.durhampolice.com DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY The mission of the Durham Police Department is to minimize crime, promote safety, and enhance the quality of life in partnership with our community. The vision of the Durham Police Department is to be a progressive law enforcement agency committed to reducing crime by providing the best quality of service, fostering public confidence and maintaining the highest standards of excellence as a community partner for positive change. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time Internships POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Entry Level Police Recruits
CITY OF FAIRFAX POLICE DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Lt. Kyle Penman Recruiter’s Email: kyle.penman@fairfaxva.gov Recruiter’s Phone: 703-385-7924 Website: www.fairfaxva.gov/police DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY The City of Fairfax Police Department’s mission is the delivery of responsive and professional police services in partnership with the community to reduce crime, solve problems and enhance public safety.
TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Police Officer 1
CITY OF ROANOKE POLICE DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Loren Ford Recruiter’s Email: loren.ford@roanokeva.gov Recruiter’s Phone: 540-853-6406 Website: www.roanokeva.gov DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY The Roanoke Police Department is dedicated to providing honest, efficient and effective law enforcement services. The protection of life, property, and civil liberties for all people in a fair and equitable manner shall be the Department’s daily objective. The Roanoke Police Department is proud to be a Certified Crime Prevention Community and is nationally accredited through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Police Officer
DEPARTMENT OF STATE, BUREAU OF DIPLOMATIC SECURITY SERVICE CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: John Schilling Recruiter’s Email: schillingJW@state.gov Recruiter’s Phone: 571-345-7823 Website: www.state.gov/m/ds/ DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY The Department’s mission is to shape and sustain a peaceful, prosperous, just, and democratic world and foster conditions for stability and progress for the benefit of the American people and people everywhere. This mission is shared with the USAID, ensuring we have a common path forward in partnership as we invest in the shared security and prosperity that will ultimately better prepare us for the challenges of tomorrow. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time Internships POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Special Agent Security Engineering Officer Security Technical Specialist Diplomatic Courier Internships
FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Roy Choe Recruiter’s Email: roy.choe@fairfaxcounty.gov Recruiter’s Phone: 703-246-2448 Website: http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/police/ DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY The Fairfax County Police Department’s vision is to provide ethical leadership by engagement with the community to: Prevent and fight crime, Improve the culture of safety in the organization and within the community and keep pace with urbanization.
TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Police Officers
GREENSBORO POLICE DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Harold Scott Recruiter’s Email: harold.scott@greensboro-nc.gov Recruiter’s Phone: 336-373-4594 Website: www.joingsopd.org DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY Members of GPD are committed to making Greensboro safer and improving quality of life for everyone who works, lives and visits the Gate City. We see you as equal partners in public safety. And any good partnership, of course, requires timely and effective communication. We hope you use our website and social media sites to enhance communication and create long-term partnerships to solve problems, reduce crime and improve quality of life. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time Internships POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: FT Police Officers and Internships
HAMPTON POLICE DIVISION CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Tony Rolls Recruiter’s Email: arolls@hampton.gov Recruiter’s Phone: 757-727-6546 Website: www.hampton.gov/police/recruiting DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY The Hampton Police Division takes pride in its solid historic tradition, and our employees’ commitment to the highest quality service to our citizens. Many of our innovative ideas have received national recognition and we continually seek to implement progressive strategies that identify the division as a leader among contemporary law enforcement agencies. Technological advances and ingenious programs, procedures and techniques within the division have given our staff the capability to easily share and exchange information, improving overall effectiveness and job performance at all levels. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Police Officer 911 Dispatcher
HENRICO COUNTY POLICE DIVISION CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Jerame Carrigan Recruiter’s Email: car18@henrico.us Recruiter’s Phone: 804-501-4821 Website: www.henricopolice.org DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY In partnership with our citizens, Henrico County Government is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all our residents. As a nationally acclaimed local government, the County accepts the challenges of our changing social, physical and economic environments by serving in an efficient manner, with pride and concern for the present and excitement for our future. We value diversity and strive to meet the needs of our ever-changing community. Our differences enhance our performance; through individual contributions, involvement and creativity, the quality and effectiveness of our government are strengthened. By working together and learning from each other, we reach common goals and fulfill our responsibilities. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time Internship POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Police Officer Communications Officer 911 Dispatcher
LYNCHBURG POLICE DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Kevin Singleton Recruiter’s Email: kevin.singleton@lynchburgva.gov Recruiter’s Phone: 434-455-6102 Website: www.lynchburgva.gov/lpdcareer DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY: The Lynchburg Police Department is an effective, skilled and progressive organization made up of men and women who are dedicated to living our values of Leadership, Professionalism and Dedication. We are made up of individuals who are dedicated and committed to improving the quality of life in our community through a spirit of service. Our officers and civilian employees possess the highest standards of personal and professional integrity, enabling them to prevent crime, enforce our laws, work as community problem-solvers, and serve as examples to our citizens. I am proud each day to work with such people who make a significant, positive difference in our community. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Police Officer
METROPOLITAN POLICE DEPARTMENT, DC REC CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Zenobia Mack Recruiter’s Email: zenobia.mack-burton@dc.gov Recruiter’s Phone: 202-645-6231 Website: www.joinmpd.dc.gov DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY What does it take to be a member of this team? It takes people with integrity, discipline and drive. It takes people who enjoy working with others—in all types of settings and circumstances. It takes people who are true problem-solvers, people who really want to make a difference in the lives of others. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time Internship POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Entry Level Police Officer Internships
MONTGOMERY COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Demond Johnson Recruiter’s Email: demond.johnson@montgomerycountymd.gov Recruiter’s Phone: 240-773-5313 Website: www.joinmcp.com DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY The Mission of the Montgomery County Department of Police is to safeguard life and property, preserve the peace, prevent and detect crime, enforce the law, and protect the rights of all citizens. We are committed to working in partnership with the community to identify and resolve issues that impact public safety. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time Internship POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Police Officer Candidate and Internships
NEWPORT NEWS POLICE DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Lisa Reed Recruiter’s Email: reedsl@nnva.gov Recruiter’s Phone: 757-928-4164 Website: http://www.nngov.com/police DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY Newport News Police Department, a nationally accredited law enforcement agency, has an authorized complement of 440 sworn officers and 153 non-sworn personnel making it the fourth largest municipal police department in Virginia. Vision To take a leading role in making Newport News a place where people want to live, work and play. Mission To work in partnership with citizens and government to provide excellence in police services. Motto Committed to our community. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time, Part-Time, Internships POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: 911 Dispatcher Police Cadets Police Recruits Police Interns
NORFOLK POLICE DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Windsor Brabson Recruiter’s Email: windsor.brabson@norfolk.gov Recruiter’s Phone: 757-664-6688 Website: www.norfolk.gov/police DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY Mission The Norfolk Police Department shall provide protection and police service responsive to the needs of the people of Norfolk. Vision To provide a safe environment for communities, businesses, and visitors to the City of Norfolk. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Police Recruit
NORTH CAROLINA STATE HIGHWAY PATROL CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Sergeant Linda Gupton Recruiter’s Email: linda.gupton@ncdps.gov Recruiter’s Phone: 704-315-3525 Website: www.NCDPS.gov DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY The North Carolina State Highway Patrol’s primary mission is to reduce collisions and make the highways of North Carolina as safe as possible. The State Highway Patrol has fewer than 1,600 troopers who cover 78,000 miles of North Carolina roadways -- more than any other state except Texas. In addition to enforcing the state’s traffic laws, State troopers also guide traffic during hurricane evacuations, re-route traffic around hazardous chemical spills, and they stand ready, should any act of terrorism occur. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: North Carolina State Highway Patrol Trooper
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Officer Johnny L. Sumner Recruiter’s Email: jsumner@pwcgov.org Recruiter’s Phone: 703-792-4252 Website: WWW.JOINPWCPD.ORG DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY The Prince William County Police Department provides outstanding law enforcement service to the community of 421,377 residents (as of March 31, 2014). Our nationally accredited Department - with 610 sworn officers - is composed of four divisions and 13 bureaus. We provide police services to a County that boasts urban, suburban and rural areas, 26 miles outside Washington, D.C. The Prince William County Police Department can provide you with a rewarding career in law enforcement. Whether you’re interested in community policing or patrolling a community, we have a place for you. We offer a variety of specialized units and have our own Criminal Justice Academy that offers a variety of training courses. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Police Officer
ROANOKE COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Allina Engle Recruiter’s Email: aengle@roanokecountyva.gov Recruiter’s Phone: 540-777-8680 Website: www.roanokecountyva.gov DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY The Roanoke County Police Department strives to provide the citizens of Roanoke County with the best possible police services. The department does this through many successful community programs and a dedicated workforce. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Police Officer
ROCK HILL POLICE DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Paul Myers Recruiter’s Email: paul.myers@cityofrockhill.com Recruiter’s Phone: 803-389-5753 Website: www.rhpdrecruit.com DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY Rock Hill, South Carolina is an award winning city and home of Winthrop University, located twenty-five miles south of Charlotte, NC. The City’s population is just under 70,000. Rock Hill has been recognized nationally for its innovative programs leading to improved candidates for careers in both law enforcement and in non-sworn positions. All sworn personnel begin their careers in the Patrol Division. This is where the knowledge, skills and abilities required of a police officer are honed to perfection. After successful assignment in Patrol, the officer may be exposed to additional assignments. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Police Officer
UNITED STATES BORDER PATROL CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Colin Sargent Recruiter’s Email: BUNRecruiting@cbp.dhs.gov Recruiter’s Phone: 716-774-7248 Website: cbp.gov/careers DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY U.S. Customs and Border Protection is the largest law enforcement agency within the Department of Homeland Security, charged with all border-related security, regulatory and administrative missions. We presently have more than 60,000 employees serving both nationwide and overseas. CBP’s priority mission is to prevent terrorists and terrorist weapons from entering the United States and ensuring the security of our nation at America’s borders and ports of entry. We must maintain this line of defense while allowing legitimate travel and trade that is vital to our economy and way of life. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: United States Border Patrol Agents Customs Officers
VIRGINIA BEACH POLICE DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Officer Holly Ellison Recruiter’s Email: hellison@vbgov.com Recruiter’s Phone: 757-385-6986 Website: www.vbgov.com/policejobs DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY We are the largest municipal law enforcement agency in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Below are links to some very important information that you may need to help you make one of the most important decisions of your life. Finding high caliber individuals to join our organization is our number one priority. Are you interested in public service? Do you want to make a difference in a vibrant and dynamic community? Would you like to serve your community to the fullest? Are you looking for an enriching, fulfilling career, not just a paycheck? Then look no further... we need you! Being a Virginia Beach Police Officer takes an exceptional person with a strong work ethic, a desire to uphold the law, and the fortitude to live his/ her own life with integrity. Throughout the linked documents you will find the phrase “Excellence through Diversity”. To us the success of this department is built on the varied strengths and experiences of our individual members, bound by our commitment to the team mission. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Police Recruit Police Officer
VIRGINIA STATE TROOPERS CONTACT INFORMATION Recruiter’s Name: Beverly Baker Recruiter’s Email: beverly.baker@vsp.virginia.gov Recruiter’s Phone: 540-204-5685 Website: http://www.vsp.state.va.us DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY Virginia State Police achieved its initial accreditation in 1986, and was the second state law-enforcement agency in the nation to receive such a prestigious recognition. Since then, the State Police has continually maintained its accredited status through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), Inc. CALEA was created in 1979 to develop a set of law enforcement standards and to establish and administer an accreditation process through which law enforcement agencies could demonstrate voluntarily that they meet professionally-recognized criteria for excellence in management and service delivery. TYPES OF POSITIONS RECRUITING FOR: Full-Time Part-Time Internships POSITION(S) RECRUITING FOR: Law Enforcement Support Personnel
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Police Officer Base Salary $37,564
(5% Pay Increase After Probationary Period to $39,449)
The Rock Hill Police Department is seeking quality candidates with unquestionable integrity for Police Officer positions. The successful candidate should possess outstanding personal and problem solving skills, as well as be a team player. Minimum age 21 with a High School diploma or GED, College preferred. All applicants must be a United States Citizen and be able to successfully pass a rigorous and in-depth background investigation. Liberal benefits package including 27 year retirement and take home car program. Progressive career ladder program for advancement opportunities.
For more information contact:
Professional Standards Unit
Recruiting Officer Paul Myers Rock Hill Police Department 120 East Black Street Rock Hill, SC 29730 (803) 326-2433 paul.myers@cityofrockhill.com
www.rhpdrecruit.com
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