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Ability to be courteous yet firm with the public and to be alert; ability to use discretion and good judgment; ability to understand and to carry out complex oral and written instructions; ability to drive an automobile; ability to learn how to use firearms; good powers of observation and memory; excellent moral character; physical condition that permits the activities necessary in and inherent to the police officer profession; good written communication skills to properly prepare accurate case-related paperwork and render accurate paperwork related to all job assignment activities; and good oral communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations. 

The tentative hire date for this vacancy is January 25, 2027. Information pertaining to testing will be sent by email to all applicants who meet minimum requirements. Qualified candidates may be hired with a start date prior to the start of the academy. Qualified candidates are those who have successfully completed the hiring process and have been approved for employment. It is important that you keep your email address current.  If you have any questions or concerns, please call 804-501-5196.

Any use of marijuana or THC products after the date of application (regardless of whether such products are considered legal at the time and place of use) will automatically disqualify a candidate.

Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of Virginia. Must be a citizen of the United States. Requires a pre-employment physical examination and/or medical tests administered by Henrico County Employee Health Services, the components of which are based on and appropriate to the specific sensory and/or physical demands of the job.  Vision requirement is uncorrected vision greater than 20/100 (20/100 must correct to 20/40 in both eyes).

Per Police Division policy, tattoos and brandings on the scalp, face (front of a person's head from the forehead to chin), and the front of the neck are prohibited.  Exceptions to this policy may be made for cosmetic and hand tattoos, which will be examined on a case by case basis.

The Henrico County Police Division has a tobacco policy which states all sworn Police Officers shall refrain from smoking or the use of any tobacco products while on duty or off duty.

You must be 20 years of age or older to apply and must reach your 21st birthday before completing the academy.

The physical training program for the Police Academy is demanding.  In order for recruits to be successful in the academy they must be in good physical condition upon entry.  Applicants who are not in good physical condition should begin a personal fitness program immediately.

 For more information on a career as a Henrico Police Officer, go to https://joinpolice.henrico.gov/

A full background investigation, including a criminal history record check and fingerprinting, is conducted on all persons who are selected to proceed to the background phase of the process.

A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.

Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of Virginia. Must be a citizen of the United States. Requires a pre-employment physical examination and/or medical tests administered by Henrico County Employee Health Services, the components of which are based on and appropriate to the specific sensory and/or physical demands of the job.

Graduation from high school; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation (Dept. of Social Services, JRJDC, Juvenile Detention Home)