Overview
Police Officer Jobs in Herndon, Virginia, USA at Town of Herndon
Position: Police Officer I
Salary/Pay Rate: $73,018 – $127,458 annually/dependent on qualifications
Posted Date: 05/07/2025
DUTIES
Patrols areas of the town; prevents and discovers crimes; apprehends criminals and offenders; enforces traffic laws.
Responds to calls for service and complaints from citizens involving accidents, misdemeanors, and felonies.
Conducts accident and criminal investigations; gathers evidence; interviews suspects and witnesses; writes reports; makes arrests as required; provides credible testimony in court; and performs other related police duties.
Note: Position is considered “essential personnel”, requiring reporting to work during weather-related or other emergencies even when town offices are closed.
REQUIREMENTS
Must be a U.S. citizen and 21 years of age at the time of appointment; high school diploma or equivalent.
Must possess a valid Virginia driver’s license with a good record upon hire.
Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing; must pass extensive background investigation.
Current Virginia law enforcement officer certification preferred.
Bi-lingual in Spanish is desirable.
Willing to sign a condition of employment agreement precluding smoking on or off duty.
HOURS
Varies, 80 hours per two-week pay period.
PROCESS
Written examination.
Initial interview.
Physical agility test.
Background investigation.
Polygraph exam covering illegal drug use, undetected crime, and personal history.
Psychological evaluation.
Oral board interview.
REAPPLICATION
If not appointed, reapplication is permitted one year after the initial test date.
LOCATION
Herndon Police Department; 397 Herndon Parkway, Herndon, VA 20170.
All duties are to be performed at the designated worksite; remote work is not available.
ADA COMPLIANCE
The Town of Herndon, VA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. Employees are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL TASKS
Perform physically demanding tasks including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling (20-50 pounds).
Operate firearms and motor vehicles requiring semi-skilled, coordinated movements.
Perceive and discriminate colors and shades, and visual perception.
Exposure to violence, weapons, and physical altercations.
Environmental exposures to dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, snow, ice, fumes, temperature extremes, machinery vibrations, toxic agents, and pathogens.
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Title: Police Officer
Company: Town of Herndon
Location: Herndon, Virginia, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Police Officer), Government (Police Officer)
