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Salary: $58,752.00 - $87,217.00 Annually
Location : Hampton Police Department, Hampton, VA
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 09418
Department: POLICE
Opening Date: 07/10/2026
Closing Date: 10/9/2026 11:00 AM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Function

"Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring."

Become a vital part of the City of Hampton's Police Division as a School Resource Officer (SRO), where your work will make a meaningful impact in the lives of students and staff. We're seeking certified law enforcement professionals who are committed to fostering a safe, secure, and positive learning environment within Hampton City Schools. As a School Resource Officer, you will patrol an assigned district during one of three shifts, enforcing City of Hampton and Commonwealth of Virginia laws and ordinances. Your presence in the schools will be integral to maintaining safety and building trust with students, staff, and families. In addition to patrol duties, you'll serve as a mentor, educator, and liaison between the Police Division and the school community.

Minimum Requirements

• Employee must have been certified as a Police Officer as defined in Virginia Code: 9.1-101 for at least two years.
• Must be able to function in stressful situations and to exercise good judgment under potentially volatile conditions; able to read and understand laws, policies, rules and regulations and procedures, and to follow written and oral directions; must be highly motivated, self-supervising, productive and able to adopt a flexible work schedule. proven ability to positively interact and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in accordance with established policies, procedures and regulations

Internal Candidates

• Application must be endorsed by their current Unit Commander and must have "achieved" a three (3) or above on their most recent performance evaluation; must score eighty (80) or higher on Division firearm qualifications; Minimum of two (2) years as a Certified Officer with HPD at time of appointment; Applicant shall not have had any suspensions during the twelve (12) months preceding the application.
• Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver's record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.

Additional Requirements

• May require working beyond a standard 40-hour work week to include evenings and weekends.
• Requires frequent travel throughout the city and be rotated to any Police Officer position within the Police Division
• Must be able to maintain the ability to provide credible testimony in court, to the magistrate and in other situations where credibility will be of importance. A sustained finding of untruthfulness at the conclusion of an internal investigation may result in immediate termination.
• The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during city emergency situations, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

Examples of Work
What YOU will be doing:

• Perform general duties as outlined for the Police/ Patrol Officer position as required.
• Maintains a working knowledge of juvenile law and school administrative policies. Enforces laws and ordinances relating to schools and juveniles.
• Establishes and maintains a working partnership with school administrators. Provides information to school administrators, Division personnel, and other school resource officers when appropriate.
• Establishes and maintains a rapport with students. Provide guidance to students and parents seeking assistance with law enforcement concerns. Make referrals to other agencies such as Social Services or Intake when appropriate.
• Apply alternative means to resolving conflict in lieu of arrest when appropriate.
• Coordinate with the Hampton City Schools to identify priorities.
• Acknowledge radio transmissions relaying citizens' complaints and proceeds to location.
• Answers complaints as child abuse, fights, vandalism, etc., then takes necessary
• Attend various school functions such as athletic events and dances. Attend meetings as needed.
• Provide or coordinate the provision of classroom instruction on law enforcement-related topics.
• Assist elementary school authorities with the student safety patrol program.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned to ensure successful completion of the Division's mission.
• Patrols Hampton City Schools and event locations within the City of Hampton using a patrol car or on foot to prevent crime or disturbance of peace and arrest violators. Familiarizes self with housing, businesses and persons within district.
• Notes suspicious persons and unusual conditions and makes preliminary investigations.
• Examines premises of unoccupied buildings and check doors and windows for security. Reports hazards that endanger public safety such as malfunctioning traffic signals damaged utility structures, etc.
• Acknowledge radio transmissions relaying citizens' complaints and proceeds to location.
• Answers complaints as child abuse, fights, vandalism, etc., then takes necessary corrective actions. Investigates missing persons and watches for runaways and truants. Disperses unruly crowds at public gatherings.
• Serves warrants and summonses. Arrest violators of misdemeanors and felonies.
• Makes report of events leading to and surrounding arrest
• Confers with the Commonwealth's Attorney to coordinate courtroom testimony. Appears in court as arresting officer.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits Overview
This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:

• Sentara Health Plans
• EAP Provider: ComPsych
• OptumRx
• Delta Dental Insurance
• Anthem Blue View Vision
• FSA Reimbursement accounts
• Standard: Accident and Critical Illness
• Chubb Term Life Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA
• Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
• Other forms of leave include:
  • Maternity Leave
  • Parental Bonding Leave
  • Care for Sick Parent Leave
  • Birthday Leave
  • Personal day (available every quarter)

The eleven paid holidays each year include:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• President's Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
• Employee's birthday
• The retirement plan is offered through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS1-888-827-3847) and is a defined benefit pension plan. For more information, see the VRS website.
• Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is Securian Financial.
• Mission Square Retirement plans 457, Roth IRA, Roth 457 plans are offered through Mission Square Retirement(1-800-669-7400). For more information, visit
• Medical / Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.
• Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.
• Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.
• Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.
• The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family contact CompPysch at 1-877-327-2872 or see

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Do you have a High School diploma or successful completion of a GED?

• Yes
• No

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Are you at least 21 years of age (as of the date you submitted your application)?

• Yes
• No

03

This position is only open to applicants who are VA (DCJS) Certified Police Officers. Are you a current VA (DCJS) Certified Police Officer?

• Yes
• No

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Have yo been certified as a Police Officer as defined in Virginia Code: 9.1-101 for at least two years?

• Yes
• No

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I understand that I must also submit my training record from my previous department at the time I turn in my background questionnaire.

• Yes
• No

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I understand this position requires successfully passing testing for controlled substances and successfully passing a background investigation to include a polygraph examination.

• Yes
• No

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This position requires that you possess a valid driver's license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria. Failure to provide your driver's license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your driver's license number by entering it below:
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I understand that this position is non-exempt.

• Yes
• No

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to download the 11-page background questionnaire. If invited to an informational assembly, I understand I must bring a government approved photograph identification card displaying my current address., I understand I must hand deliver (or email recruiting@hampton.gov) to the Recruiting Unit located at 300 Butler Farm Rd. Hampton, VA 23666 no later than (5) five days after application submission. Applicants must complete waiver forms to proceed to the next phase of the process. The waiver forms will be distributed to the applicants on the day they turn in the questionnaires. Please contact Police Recruiting with questions at 757-915-6780. Afterward, you may use your back browser button to return to this page. I understand that a background check is required and will include a polygraph examination.
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