Work with us
Join one of the nation’s leading state police departments as we serve the public and support Virginia’s today and tomorrow.
Headquartered in North Chesterfield, VA, we offer excellent benefits, flexible work schedules, and advancement opportunities at all stages of an employee’s career. You will work alongside dedicated public servants across a variety of fields, including background checks, communications, criminal law enforcement, customer service, IT, and more.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Meaningful, challenging work
What we do matters. Our work supports government services that residents and visitors rely on.
Commitment to excellence
We are constantly seeking ways to do our work more effectively and efficiently.
Our people are family
When you join the agency, you join the Virginia State Police family. It is clear that your coworkers care about you and genuinely want you to succeed.
HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
Captain Jeremy S. Kaplan
DEPUTY DIRECTOR
Ms. Victoria D. Williams
Phone: (804) 674-2121
Fax: (804) 674-2111
Email: HR@vsp.virginia.gov
MAILING ADDRESS:
P.O. Box 27472
Richmond, VA 23261
Attn: Human Resources
PHYSICAL ADDRESS:
Administrative Headquarters
7700 Midlothian Turnpike
North Chesterfield, VA 23235
Opportunities for growth
Employee development programs and opportunities for promotion make our agency a great place to build a career. It is also common to move around the Department where your skills and interests take you.
Job Postings
The Virginia Department of State Police (VSP) is composed of more than 3,000 employees across the state. Each member of the Department contributes to our mission of ensuring the safety and security of the Commonwealth. Challenge yourself to make a difference and help those in need. Join the Virginia State Police as a civilian employee.
Applications, resumes and/or cover letters will only be accepted online through the Virginia Department of Human Resource Management’s website.
- Completed job applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. of the close date listed on the position.
- All correspondence should be addressed to Ms. Victoria D. Williams, Human Resources Deputy Director.
- Questions concerning employment opportunities can be emailed.
- The Virginia State Police is firmly committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Females and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Please click on a specific job posting for its closing dates and additional requirements. The jobs listed below are posted from newest to oldest.
Intelligence Analyst Senior – Roanoke
The Virginia State Police (VSP) is expanding its tactical intelligence case support in Roanoke, Virginia. This new senior intelligence analyst position is responsible for supporting the criminal intelligence analysis mission of the Virginia Fusion Center. As the Division VI Senior Intelligence Analyst, you will be working directly with state police special agents and task force officers in support of ongoing criminal investigations in Roanoke and other areas within VSP Division VI. The successful candidate will demonstrate the knowledge and expertise required to provide intelligence support to ongoing criminal investigations, develop tactical, and operational intelligence for a variety of customers and, when necessary, represent the Virginia Fusion Center in critical public safety meetings and law enforcement operations. See DHRM job listing for more details.
Program Support Technician Senior
Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding position that reviews criminal background information, and determines the eligibility of Non-Resident Concealed Handgun Permit applications; based on State and Federal Law? The Virginia State Police is seeking to hire a Program Support Technician Senior (PST) at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. This is a great opportunity for anyone who excels working in a high paced decision-making environment and enjoys working as a team. The position is responsible for: (i) conducting background checks for Non-Resident Concealed Handgun Permit applications, (ii) contacting both law enforcement agencies and/or courts for incident reports or court documentation, and (iii) obtaining documentation of criminal record dispositions when needed. If this is the type of hands-on environment that you would like to work in, we want to hear from you! See DHRM job listing for more details.
Applicants hired into this position who are not currently VA state government employees are eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus upon hire with signature of a 12-month agreement.
Applicants hired into this position who are currently working for VA state government are eligible for a $5,000 retention bonus after 10 months of successful service with signature of an agreement for an additional 12-months of service.
Classified Applicants hired into this position who are already working in VSP’s Firearms Transaction Center (Dept 041000), or Dispatcher function are not eligible for either a sign-on bonus upon hire or a retention bonus after 10 months.
The Virginia State Police is seeking to hire a part-time wage Accountant at the Virginia State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. This position supports the Accounts Payable team within the Property and Finance Division of Virginia State Police. The position will work with the processing agency expenditures, travel reimbursements, and other payable processes. The position will provide the incumbent to work with a diverse group who are very engaging and possess positive approach to their work activities. The assigned job responsibilities of this position need to be performed in accordance with Department of Accounts CAPP Manual policies and procedures as well as Agency internal policies. Experience providing excellent customer service is a plus, as this position often requires interactions with our internal and external customers. See DHRM job listing for more details.
Dispatcher or Dispatcher Trainee – Salem
We are seeking to expand our diverse team of change makers and innovators. As a member of the Virginia State Police family, you would make a difference by serving every city, county, town, resident, and visitor of the Commonwealth through supporting our vast public safety mission. Challenge yourself to make a difference today by applying for a career with the Virginia State Police! See DHRM job listing for more details.
Candidates with prior dispatching training and experience may be hired as a Dispatcher (Emergency Coordinator II), and the hourly rate will be $20.15.
Candidates with limited experience are hired as a Dispatcher Trainee (Emergency Coordinator I – pay-band 3, hourly rate will be $18.32). After satisfactory completion of a four-to-six-month training regimen, employees progress to a Dispatcher (Emergency Coordinator II – pay-band 4) and will receive a 10% hourly rate increase.
Experienced candidates who are not placed in a trainee status are not eligible for the 10% salary increase.
Equipment Repair Technician Install
The Commonwealth of Virginia Department of State Police is seeking an Equipment Repair Technician Trainee for an entry-level position working in the Installation Facility. The Equipment Repair Technician Trainee will be working in an exciting, fast paced, family diverse, team-oriented atmosphere where attention to detail is key. The Equipment Repair Technician Trainee will primarily learn how to install, remove, and repair police, communications, and other electronic equipment in Virginia State Police vehicles as well as vehicles for 21 other Agencies. This is where attention to detail counts! Expectations include strong skills with, or the ability to learn how to diagnose, repair and service motor vehicles; the ability to learn to safely use shop, woodworking and mechanics hand tools; the ability to learn to read and comprehend automotive and equipment manuals, schematic diagrams, and other related written documents; the ability to process and report information through logs, work orders and laptop computers; and assist with shuffling vehicles, and keeping facility and Department vehicles clean and orderly. Adherence to all safety measures and shop equipment is paramount. See DHRM job listing for more details.
Information Security Analyst Intern
We are seeking to expand our diverse team of change makers and innovators. As a member of the Virginia State Police family, you would make a difference by serving every city, county, town, resident, and visitor of the Commonwealth through supporting our vast public safety mission. Challenge yourself to make a difference today by applying for a career with the Virginia State Police! See DHRM job listing for more details.
Do you have experience or a desire to learn about Workplace Safety? Then come work for us at the Virginia State Police! We are currently seeking to hire a wage Program Support Technician to work with our Safety Compliance Officer. This position is a great way to break into the Workplace Safety field while learning from an experienced Team. Help support the Department by keeping our employees safe. This is a great opportunity to utilize your experience and multitasking skills to assist the Human Resources Division with OSHA safety compliance. Come protect those who work to protect you in an exciting and diverse work environment! See DHRM job listing for more details.
Agency Management Lead Analyst
The Virginia State Police is seeking a tech-savvy and innovative person to serve as a full time Lead Analyst in the Virginia Fusion Center at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. This unique position will help to build, lead, and supervise a team of cyber analysts focused on providing cyber incident coordination and response services to public and private sector entities throughout the Commonwealth. As the Lead Analyst for cyber incident response, you will work closely with various internal and external stakeholders in state, local, and federal government as well as private sector critical infrastructure, providing guidance and oversight for the team while executing upon the Departments mission to protect against and respond to cyber-attacks throughout Virginia, in accordance with state and agency policies and procedures. This position shall have knowledge of information technology and/or cybersecurity practices, with excellent organizational, communication, and leadership abilities. See DHRM job listing for more details.
Small Purchase Charge Card (SPCC) Program Administrator
We are seeking to expand our diverse team of change makers and innovators. As a member of the Virginia State Police family, you would make a difference by serving every city, county, town, resident, and visitor of the Commonwealth through supporting our vast public safety mission. Challenge yourself to make a difference today by applying for a career with the Virginia State Police! See DHRM job listing for more details.
The Virginia State Police (VSP) is expanding its tactical intelligence case support in Harrisonburg, Virginia. This new senior intelligence analyst position is responsible for supporting the criminal intelligence analysis mission of the Virginia Fusion Center. As the Division II Senior Intelligence Analyst, you will be working directly with state police special agents and task force officers in support of ongoing criminal investigations in Harrisonburg and other areas within VSP Division II. The successful candidate will demonstrate the knowledge and expertise required to provide intelligence support to ongoing criminal investigations, develop tactical, and operational intelligence for a variety of customers and, when necessary, represent the Virginia Fusion Center in critical public safety meetings and law enforcement operations. See DHRM job listing for more details.
Are you looking for a challenging, rewarding opportunity as an Oracle OEBS Developer? Virginia State Police is seeking to hire an Oracle OEBS Developer at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. You will be responsible for our Oracle Applications Framework including JDeveloper and systems analysis, design, development, and application problem resolution and support. You will develop and support automated financial systems such as general ledger (GL), accounts payable (AP), Accounts receivables (AR), human resources (HR), Windows operating systems, Oracle databases and commands, and system processes and production workflows. You will work on an existing SCRUM team and will participate in all agile events established by the team. You will also join your team in continuous improvement activities like the internal “Good to Great” agile initiative. As a technologist, you will also aid your teammates in resolving technical challenges and help resolve any production issues in timely manner. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and be a part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and work/life balance, then we want to hear from you! See DHRM job listing for more details.
Program Support Technician Senior
The Virginia State Police is seeking to hire a Program Support Technician Senior (PST) at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. This is a great opportunity for anyone who excels working in a high paced decision-making environment and enjoys working as a team. The position is responsible for: (i) conducting background checks on all firearm purchases from licensed dealers inside the Commonwealth, (ii) contacting both law enforcement agencies and/or courts for incident reports or court documentation, and (iii) obtaining documentation of criminal record dispositions when needed. See DHRM job listing for more details.
Applicants hired into this position who are not currently VA state government employees are eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus upon hire with signature of a 12-month agreement.
Applicants hired into this position who are currently working for VA state government are eligible for a $5,000 retention bonus after 10 months of successful service with signature of an agreement for an additional 12-months of service.
Classified Applicants hired into this position who are already working in VSP’s Firearms Transaction Center (Dept 041000), or Dispatcher function are not eligible for either a sign-on bonus upon hire or a retention bonus after 10 months.
Administrative Procedures Specialist
The Virginia State Police is seeking to hire an Administrative Procedures Specialist at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. This position is the public face of Virginia State Police at every gun show across the Commonwealth. You will be trained in all state and federal laws regarding the purchase, possession, and transportation of firearms. This will include running background checks through various Virginia State Police and FBI databases. The position requires someone who is meticulous, has a very high attention to detail and is willing to travel. See DHRM job listing for more details.
Applicants hired into this position who are not currently VA state government employees are eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus upon hire with signature of a 12-month agreement.
Applicants hired into this position who are currently working for VA state government are eligible for a $5,000 retention bonus after 10 months of successful service with signature of an agreement for an additional 12-months of service.
Classified Applicants hired into this position who are already working in VSP’s Firearms Transaction Center (Dept 041000), or Dispatcher function are not eligible for either a sign-on bonus upon hire or a retention bonus after 10 months.
SOIU Compliance Officer – Augusta
This position as a Sex offender Unit Compliance Officer (SOIU) assists the efforts of law-enforcement agencies and others to protect their communities and families from repeat sex offenders. It also protects children from becoming victims of criminal offenders by helping to prevent such individuals from being allowed to work directly with children. Additionally, this compliance officer position is responsible for properly registering sex offenders, educating sex offenders, verifying sex offenders, and when a violation of law has occurred, referring the matter to a Trooper for investigation. See DHRM job listing for more details.
The Virginia State Police is looking for a collaborative and innovative team player to serve as a full time Live Scan Engineer at the State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. This position will provide engineering and technical support for local, state, and federal partners. Candidates for this position should have strong research and problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. See DHRM job listing for more details.
SOIU Compliance Officer – Albermarle
This position as a Sex offender Unit Compliance Officer (SOIU) assists the efforts of law-enforcement agencies and others to protect their communities and families from repeat sex offenders. It also protects children from becoming victims of criminal offenders by helping to prevent such individuals from being allowed to work directly with children. Additionally, this compliance officer position is responsible for properly registering sex offenders, educating sex offenders, verifying sex offenders, and when a violation of law has occurred, referring the matter to a Trooper for investigation. See DHRM job listing for more details.
The Virginia State Police is seeking to hire a Dispatcher Senior at the Division 2 Headquarters in Culpeper, Virginia. Dispatchers provide law enforcement members with a wide variety of support services such as conducting driver’s license checks, vehicle registration checks, and conducting wanted person checks through computerized systems. You will be communicating with other law enforcement agencies, state agencies, government agencies, towing services and most importantly citizens needing assistance. Being a dispatcher can be challenging and rewarding. It is a fast-paced environment where multitasking skills are very important. You will be paired with a certified trainer for a minimum of 80 days to assist with learning the position. Other training will be provided to receive certification in VCIN and Basic Dispatch. Come join our team! See DHRM job listing for more details.
Applicants hired into this position who are not currently VA state government employees are eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus upon hire with signature of a 12-month agreement.
Applicants hired into this position who are currently working for VA state government are eligible for a $5,000 retention bonus after 10 months of successful service with signature of an agreement for an additional 12-months of service. Current Virginia State Police employees working in a Dispatcher function are not eligible for the retention bonus.
The Virginia State Police is seeking a collaborative and innovative team player to serve as a full time Program Support Technician Senior with the Sex Offender and Crimes Against Minors Registry at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. If you are a self-starter, able to multi-task, make independent decisions, and are looking for a fast-paced position that has a direct impact in public safety, this position is for you. See DHRM job listing for more details.
Dispatcher Senior – Chesapeake
The Virginia State Police is seeking to hire a Dispatcher Senior at the State Police Communications Center in the city of Chesapeake, Virginia. As a Dispatcher Senior you will provide support, guidance, and assistance to other dispatchers within the Communications Center. You will assist them in performing their duties effectively and proficiently. The position shall have the detailed knowledge and expertise required to operate various computer systems, including Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN), National Crime Information Center (NCIC), National Law Enforcement Telecommunication System (NLETS) and various other data bases. You should have a general working knowledge of the geographical area and have considerable knowledge of rules and regulations pertaining to emergency communications, communications equipment and policy and procedure. You must be able to work and perform in a fast paced, challenging, and demanding environment which will include times of high stress and momentum, and you must be proficient in multitasking. You will expect to supervise, lead staff, provide training, and give formal instruction. In addition, you must ensure safety guidelines and regulations are followed during emergency situations, prepare reports, work holidays and weekends. You must be able to work independently and as part of a team, and you must be able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. See DHRM job listing for more details.
Applicants hired into this position who are not currently VA state government employees are eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus upon hire with signature of a 12-month agreement.
Applicants hired into this position who are currently working for VA state government are eligible for a $5,000 retention bonus after 10 months of successful service with signature of an agreement for an additional 12-months of service. Current Virginia State Police employees working in a Dispatcher function are not eligible for a retention bonus.
Field Applications Administrator
We are seeking to expand our diverse team of change makers and innovators. As a member of the Virginia State Police family, you would make a difference by serving every city, county, town, resident, and visitor of the Commonwealth through supporting our vast public safety mission. Challenge yourself to make a difference today by applying for a career with the Virginia State Police! See DHRM job listing for more details.
The Virginia State Police is seeking a collaborative and innovative team player to serve as a full time Procurement Specialist Senior at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. This position completes goods and service procurements along with contract administration of contracts to support and ensure seamless operation of VSP and its mission. As the Procurement Specialist Senior, you will work closely with various divisions providing guidance and oversight while executing various types of procurements and contract administration in accordance with state and agency policies and procedures. This position shall have detailed knowledge completing complex procurements and detailed communication skills. See DHRM job listing for more details.
We’re searching for a skilled and detail-oriented individual with a passion for technology and excellent problem-solving abilities. Your expertise in diagnosing and resolving technical issues will be essential in providing top-notch support to our clients. Your main responsibilities as a communications Technician will include installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting various communication systems, such as radios, radars, computers, cameras, and other ancillary equipment. You will also collaborate with our talented teams and contribute to the planning and implementation of communication projects. See DHRM job listing for more details.
Are you looking for a challenging, rewarding software development opportunity? Virginia State Police is seeking to hire a Java Developer Senior at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. You will be responsible for development of new Java-based systems using technologies such as Angular, Spring, and Microservices. You will also maintain and support existing legacy Java-based systems written in Java Server Page (JSP), Struts, Web Services, Java Persistence API (JPA), and Hibernate. As a Full Stack Java Developer, you will help your team understand new requirements that come to the team as user stories, analyze the impact to your applications, follow test driven development to implement the changes, and help to automate tests and follow change control procedures to deliver the stories to production. You will work on an existing SCRUM (agile project software management/development) or KANBAN (implement agile software development) team and will participate in all agile events established by the team. You will also join your team in continuous improvement activities like the internal “Good to Great” agile initiative. As a senior technologist, you will also aid your teammates in monitoring the applications assigned to them and help resolve any production issues in timely manner. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and be a part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and work/life balance, then we want to hear from you! See DHRM job listing for more details.
Are you looking for a challenging, rewarding software development opportunity? Virginia State Police is seeking to hire a Java Developer Senior at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. You will be responsible for development of new Java-based systems using technologies such as Angular, Spring, and Microservices. You will also maintain and support existing legacy Java-based systems written in Java Server Page (JSP), Struts, Web Services, Java Persistence API (JPA), and Hibernate. As a Full Stack Java Developer, you will help your team understand new requirements that come to the team as user stories, analyze the impact to your applications, follow test driven development to implement the changes, and help to automate tests and follow change control procedures to deliver the stories to production. You will work on an existing SCRUM (agile project software management/development) or KANBAN (implement agile software development) team and will participate in all agile events established by the team. You will also join your team in continuous improvement activities like the internal “Good to Great” agile initiative. As a senior technologist, you will also aid your teammates in monitoring the applications assigned to them and help resolve any production issues in timely manner. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and be a part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and work/life balance, then we want to hear from you! See DHRM job listing for more details.
Are you looking for a challenging, rewarding software development opportunity? Virginia State Police is seeking to hire a Java Developer Senior at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. You will be responsible for development of new Java-based systems using technologies such as Angular, Spring, and Microservices. You will also maintain and support existing legacy Java-based systems written in Java Server Page (JSP), Struts, Web Services, Java Persistence API (JPA), and Hibernate. As a Full Stack Java Developer, you will help your team understand new requirements that come to the team as user stories, analyze the impact to your applications, follow test driven development to implement the changes, and help to automate tests and follow change control procedures to deliver the stories to production. You will work on an existing SCRUM (agile project software management/development) or KANBAN (implement agile software development) team and will participate in all agile events established by the team. You will also join your team in continuous improvement activities like the internal “Good to Great” agile initiative. As a senior technologist, you will also aid your teammates in monitoring the applications assigned to them and help resolve any production issues in timely manner. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and be a part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and work/life balance, then we want to hear from you! See DHRM job listing for more details.
We are seeking to expand our diverse team of change makers and innovators. As a member of the Virginia State Police family, you would make a difference by serving every city, county, town, resident, and visitor of the Commonwealth through supporting our vast public safety mission. Challenge yourself to make a difference today by applying for a career with the Virginia State Police! See DHRM job listing for more details.
The Virginia State Police is seeking a reliable, positive, professional, and detailed oriented person, as well as team player to serve as a full time Housekeeping Worker at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. The person in the position will be responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and professional appearance of the State Police Academy and Physical Training Building. As Housekeeping Worker, your duties will include cleaning, maintenance, and maintaining housekeeping supplies to ensure adequate supplies are on hand. See DHRM job listing for more details.
We are seeking to expand our diverse team of change makers and innovators. As a member of the Virginia State Police family, you would make a difference by serving every city, county, town, resident, and visitor of the Commonwealth through supporting our vast public safety mission. See DHRM job listing for more details.
We are seeking to expand our diverse team of change makers and innovators. As a member of the Virginia State Police family, you would make a difference by serving every city, county, town, resident, and visitor of the Commonwealth through supporting our vast public safety mission. Challenge yourself to make a difference today by applying for a career with the Virginia State Police! See DHRM job listing for more details.
Experienced applicants (non-Trainees) currently not employed by the state who are hired into the Dispatcher position are eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus upon hire with signature of a 12-month agreement. Dispatcher Trainees and transferring state employees are eligible for a $5,000 retention bonus after 10 months of successful service with the signature of a 12-month agreement at 10 months.
Classified Applicants hired into this position who are already working in a Dispatcher function are not eligible for either a sign-on bonus upon hire or a retention bonus after 10 months.
Candidates with prior dispatching training and experience may be hired as a Dispatcher (Emergency Coordinator II), and the salary offered will be commensurate with experience.
Candidates with limited experience are hired as a Dispatcher Trainee (Emergency Coordinator I – pay-band 3, $47,611). After satisfactory completion of the Dispatcher Trainee Training Curriculum, employees will progress to a Dispatcher (Emergency Coordinator II – pay-band 4) and will receive a 10% salary increase.
Experienced candidates who are not placed in a trainee status are not eligible for the 10% salary increase.
The Virginia State Police is seeking a collaborative and innovative team player to serve as a full time Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) Analyst at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. This position conducts statewide records audits of federal, state, and local criminal justice agencies to ensure agency compliance with VCIN, FBI/NCIC and CJIS Security Policy requirements; to support and ensure seamless operation of VSP and its mission. As a VCIN Analyst, you will be part of a team that works close with local law enforcement agencies providing guidance and oversight while ensuring the integrity of the Virginia Criminal Information Network is maintained in accordance with federal, state and agency policies and procedures. See DHRM job listing for more details.
The Virginia State Police is seeking to hire a Financial Analyst within the General Ledger/Fixed Asset unit of the Property and Finance Division at the Virginia State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. This position will work with internal and external customers to ensure the Agency’s fixed assets are properly accounted, according to agency, state, and federal policies. The position will provide the opportunity to work with a diverse group who are very engaging and possess a positive approach to their work activities. The incumbent will have opportunities to work creatively and collaboratively to improve current agency business processes. The assigned job responsibilities of this position need to be performed independently in accordance with Department of Accounts CAPP Manual policies and procedures as well as agency internal policies. Experience providing excellent customer service is a plus, as this position often requires interactions with our internal and external customers. See DHRM job listing for more details.
The Virginia State Police is seeking a dependable and outgoing team player to serve as a full time Secretary Senior at the Louisa/Goochland Field Office, located in Mineral, Virginia. This position provides administrative support for the Troopers and other members of the Department, along with customer service to our stakeholders as the office’s receptionist. As the Secretary Senior, you will work closely with the Area Commander to also help ensure certain clerical tasks are completed, including, but not limited to, data entry, records management, and the preparation of routine reports in accordance with Agency policies and procedures. This position should have some experience with Microsoft Office applications and be able to work independently or as part of a team. See DHRM job listing for more details.
Dispatcher or Dispatcher Trainee – Culpeper
We are seeking to expand our diverse team of change makers and innovators. As a member of the Virginia State Police family, you would make a difference by serving every city, county, town, resident, and visitor of the Commonwealth through supporting our vast public safety mission. Challenge yourself to make a difference today by applying for a career with the Virginia State Police! See DHRM job listing for more details.
Experienced applicants (non-Trainees) currently not employed by the state who are hired into the Dispatcher position are eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus upon hire with signature of a 12-month agreement. Dispatcher Trainees and transferring state employees are eligible for a $5,000 retention bonus after 10 months of successful service with the signature of a 12-month agreement at 10 months.
Classified Applicants hired into this position who are already working in a Dispatcher function are not eligible for either a sign-on bonus upon hire or a retention bonus after 10 months.
Candidates with prior dispatching training and experience may be hired as a Dispatcher (Emergency Coordinator II), and the salary offered will be commensurate with experience.
Candidates with limited experience are hired as a Dispatcher Trainee (Emergency Coordinator I – pay-band 3, $38,104). After satisfactory completion of the Dispatcher Trainee Training Curriculum, employees will progress to a Dispatcher (Emergency Coordinator II – pay-band 4) and will receive a 10% salary increase.
Experienced candidates who are not placed in a trainee status are not eligible for the 10% salary increase.
Dispatcher or Dispatcher Trainee – Colonial Heights
Your voice on the phone is more powerful than you think. You may not realize it, but to the person on the other end of the line, you are their hero. Your kindness, empathy, and willingness to help can make all the difference in the world. Join our team and become the hero we need. See DHRM job listing for more details.
Experienced applicants (non-Trainees) currently not employed by the state who are hired into the Dispatcher position are eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus upon hire with signature of a 12-month agreement. Dispatcher Trainees and transferring state employees are eligible for a $5,000 retention bonus after 10 months of successful service with the signature of a 12-month agreement at 10 months.
Classified Applicants hired into this position who are already working in a Dispatcher function are not eligible for either a sign-on bonus upon hire or a retention bonus after 10 months.
Candidates with prior dispatching training and experience may be hired as a Dispatcher (Emergency Coordinator II), and the salary offered will be commensurate with experience.
Candidates with limited experience are hired as a Dispatcher Trainee (Emergency Coordinator I – pay-band 3, $38,104). After satisfactory completion of the Dispatcher Trainee Training Curriculum, employees will progress to a Dispatcher (Emergency Coordinator II – pay-band 4) and will receive a 10% salary increase.
Experienced candidates who are not placed in a trainee status are not eligible for the 10% salary increase.
The Virginia State Police Special Investigations and Programs Division is seeking a collaborative and innovative team player to serve as a part-time Program Support Technician serving the Human Trafficking Unit and Gaming Enforcement Unit. This position will be responsible for researching, analyzing, and collating information from open-source locations as well as monitoring and tracking law enforcement tips. As the Program Support Technician, you will work closely with unit supervisors, special agents, and analysts by communicating information received from open-source findings and tip sources. The position will also provide administrative support and assist in developing brochures and awareness materials. See DHRM job listing for more details.
Pathway to Trooper (Dispatcher Trainee) – Culpeper
Is your dream to become a Virginia State Trooper, but you’re not yet 21 years of age? The Virginia State Police can help you achieve this dream through our Pathway to Trooper Program. This program is designed for individuals who want to become a Virginia State Trooper but are not old enough (applicants must be at least 21 years of age by their Trooper Basic Session graduation date). With the Pathway to Trooper Program, you could be hired as a full-time Dispatcher Trainee and be given the opportunity to gain valuable insight about the Department, while waiting to attend a Trooper Basic Session. In addition to primarily serving as a Dispatcher, you will also be able to participate in the Trooper pre-employment process as you near a Trooper Basic Session. Also, you will be exposed to Recruitment Unit activities; the Future Trooper Training Program; assignments in the Training Division such as driving or firearms training; assistance as a role player; Trooper ride-alongs; and other activities that allow exposure to the daily responsibilities of a Trooper. Start your State Trooper journey today – apply to the Virginia State Police Pathway to Trooper Program! See DHRM job listing for more details.
Pathway to Trooper (Dispatcher Trainee) – Chesapeake
Is your dream to become a Virginia State Trooper, but you’re not yet 21 years of age? The Virginia State Police can help you achieve this dream through our Pathway to Trooper Program. This program is designed for individuals who want to become a Virginia State Trooper but are not old enough (applicants must be at least 21 years of age by their Trooper Basic Session graduation date). With the Pathway to Trooper Program, you could be hired as a full-time Dispatcher Trainee and be given the opportunity to gain valuable insight about the Department, while waiting to attend a Trooper Basic Session. In addition to primarily serving as a Dispatcher, you will also be able to participate in the Trooper pre-employment process as you near a Trooper Basic Session. Also, you will be exposed to Recruitment Unit activities; the Future Trooper Training Program; assignments in the Training Division such as driving or firearms training; assistance as a role player; Trooper ride-alongs; and other activities that allow exposure to the daily responsibilities of a Trooper. Start your State Trooper journey today – apply to the Virginia State Police Pathway to Trooper Program! See DHRM job listing for more details.
Pathway to Trooper (Dispatcher Trainee) – Fairfax
Is your dream to become a Virginia State Trooper, but you’re not yet 21 years of age? The Virginia State Police can help you achieve this dream through our Pathway to Trooper Program. This program is designed for individuals who want to become a Virginia State Trooper but are not old enough (applicants must be at least 21 years of age by their Trooper Basic Session graduation date). With the Pathway to Trooper Program, you could be hired as a full-time Dispatcher Trainee and be given the opportunity to gain valuable insight about the Department, while waiting to attend a Trooper Basic Session. In addition to primarily serving as a Dispatcher, you will also be able to participate in the Trooper pre-employment process as you near a Trooper Basic Session. Also, you will be exposed to Recruitment Unit activities; the Future Trooper Training Program; assignments in the Training Division such as driving or firearms training; assistance as a role player; Trooper ride-alongs; and other activities that allow exposure to the daily responsibilities of a Trooper. Start your State Trooper journey today – apply to the Virginia State Police Pathway to Trooper Program! See DHRM job listing for more details.
Pathway to Trooper (Dispatcher Trainee) – Salem
Is your dream to become a Virginia State Trooper, but you’re not yet 21 years of age? The Virginia State Police can help you achieve this dream through our Pathway to Trooper Program. This program is designed for individuals who want to become a Virginia State Trooper but are not old enough (applicants must be at least 21 years of age by their Trooper Basic Session graduation date). With the Pathway to Trooper Program, you could be hired as a full-time Dispatcher Trainee and be given the opportunity to gain valuable insight about the Department, while waiting to attend a Trooper Basic Session. In addition to primarily serving as a Dispatcher, you will also be able to participate in the Trooper pre-employment process as you near a Trooper Basic Session. Also, you will be exposed to Recruitment Unit activities; the Future Trooper Training Program; assignments in the Training Division such as driving or firearms training; assistance as a role player; Trooper ride-alongs; and other activities that allow exposure to the daily responsibilities of a Trooper. Start your State Trooper journey today – apply to the Virginia State Police Pathway to Trooper Program! See DHRM job listing for more details.
Pathway to Trooper (Dispatcher Trainee) – Wythe
Is your dream to become a Virginia State Trooper, but you’re not yet 21 years of age? The Virginia State Police can help you achieve this dream through our Pathway to Trooper Program. This program is designed for individuals who want to become a Virginia State Trooper but are not old enough (applicants must be at least 21 years of age by their Trooper Basic Session graduation date). With the Pathway to Trooper Program, you could be hired as a full-time Dispatcher Trainee and be given the opportunity to gain valuable insight about the Department, while waiting to attend a Trooper Basic Session. In addition to primarily serving as a Dispatcher, you will also be able to participate in the Trooper pre-employment process as you near a Trooper Basic Session. Also, you will be exposed to Recruitment Unit activities; the Future Trooper Training Program; assignments in the Training Division such as driving or firearms training; assistance as a role player; Trooper ride-alongs; and other activities that allow exposure to the daily responsibilities of a Trooper. Start your State Trooper journey today – apply to the Virginia State Police Pathway to Trooper Program! See DHRM job listing for more details.
Pathway to Trooper (Dispatcher Trainee) – Appomattox
Is your dream to become a Virginia State Trooper, but you’re not yet 21 years of age? The Virginia State Police can help you achieve this dream through our Pathway to Trooper Program. This program is designed for individuals who want to become a Virginia State Trooper but are not old enough (applicants must be at least 21 years of age by their Trooper Basic Session graduation date). With the Pathway to Trooper Program, you could be hired as a full-time Dispatcher Trainee and be given the opportunity to gain valuable insight about the Department, while waiting to attend a Trooper Basic Session. In addition to primarily serving as a Dispatcher, you will also be able to participate in the Trooper pre-employment process as you near a Trooper Basic Session. Also, you will be exposed to Recruitment Unit activities; the Future Trooper Training Program; assignments in the Training Division such as driving or firearms training; assistance as a role player; Trooper ride-alongs; and other activities that allow exposure to the daily responsibilities of a Trooper. Start your State Trooper journey today – apply to the Virginia State Police Pathway to Trooper Program! See DHRM job listing for more details.
Pathway to Trooper (Dispatcher Trainee) – Colonial Heights
Is your dream to become a Virginia State Trooper, but you’re not yet 21 years of age? The Virginia State Police can help you achieve this dream through our Pathway to Trooper Program. This program is designed for individuals who want to become a Virginia State Trooper but are not old enough (applicants must be at least 21 years of age by their Trooper Basic Session graduation date). With the Pathway to Trooper Program, you could be hired as a full-time Dispatcher Trainee and be given the opportunity to gain valuable insight about the Department, while waiting to attend a Trooper Basic Session. In addition to primarily serving as a Dispatcher, you will also be able to participate in the Trooper pre-employment process as you near a Trooper Basic Session. Also, you will be exposed to Recruitment Unit activities; the Future Trooper Training Program; assignments in the Training Division such as driving or firearms training; assistance as a role player; Trooper ride-alongs; and other activities that allow exposure to the daily responsibilities of a Trooper. Start your State Trooper journey today – apply to the Virginia State Police Pathway to Trooper Program! See DHRM job listing for more details.
OEBS Relational Database Administrator
The Virginia State Police is seeking to hire a OEBS Relational Database Administrator at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. This position works with the eBusiness Functional Analysts to provide support for the eBusiness Suite production, test, and development environments. The Administrator provides consultation and recommendations for upgrades, backup, recovery, and technical issues. See DHRM job listing for more details.
The Virginia State Police is seeking to hire an Oracle Database Administrator at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. The Oracle Database Administrator serves as the database administrator to support and maintain the Virginia State Police’s Oracle database and application environments. See DHRM job listing for more details.
Challenge yourself to make a difference and help those in need. Join the Virginia State Police as a Sworn Employee. The Virginia State Police is recruiting qualified applicants who want to promote highway safety, serve and protect their community, increase community involvement and partnership, keep Virginia safe by enforcing the laws of the Commonwealth, and attend one of the finest Law Enforcement Training Academies in the United States. We are actively seeking professional individuals with a desire to represent and serve the Commonwealth of Virginia. See DHRM job listing for more details.
The Virginia State Police is currently offering a $5,000 hiring bonus upon graduation from our Academy and the successful completion of the Field Training Officer (FTO) phase.
The Virginia State Police is seeking a dedicated professional individual who possesses a high attention to detail to be part of our team as a Secretary Senior. This position provides clerical and administrative support to the Lieutenants and the BCI Richmond Field Office. As the Secretary Senior you will work closely with the command element of the Field Office, other support positions, and special agents to perform administrative, clerical, and support work instrumental to the efficiency of the Field Office. This position should have a detailed knowledge of all Microsoft applications and given the dynamic nature of the executive landscape, be flexible and consistent while maintaining the confidentiality of all high-level investigations and operations. See DHRM job listing for more details.
Telecommunications Engineer – APCO
The Virginia State Police is seeking to hire a Telecommunication Engineer at the State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. This position is responsible for continuously developing and maintaining the Virginia Statewide Agencies Radio System (STARS). This P25 trunked radio system includes an integrated voice and data land mobile radio (LMR) network with a microwave network backbone. As the Telecommunication Engineer, you will be primarily responsible for obtaining/maintaining spectrum authorization and performing radio frequency engineering using sustainable engineering practices compliant with the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) rules and regulations. In addition, this position shall also serve as the Virginia APCO Radio Frequency coordinator, coordinating radio frequency applications and all the Commonwealth’s state and local public safety organizations. See DHRM job listing for more details.
Finding success through innovation and Lean Thinking is a never-ending journey. If you enjoy collaborating with team members in developing Lean Thinking targeted strategies for administering the Agency’s Civilian Classification and Compensation Program, then look no more. The Classification and Compensation Team at Virginia State Police is looking for you and we offer competitive market pay, generous benefits and work life balance. See DHRM job listing for more details.
The Virginia State Police is recruiting qualified applicants who want to promote highway safety, serve and protect their community, increase community involvement and partnership, and keep Virginia safe by enforcing the laws of the Commonwealth. We are actively seeking professional individuals with a desire to represent and serve the Commonwealth of Virginia. See DHRM job listing for more details.
The Virginia State Police is currently offering a $5,000 signing bonus for those applicants who are successfully rehired and pass their probationary period. The $5,000 recruitment bonus will be paid out after the successful completion of the probationary period and is subject to taxes.
The Virginia State Police is seeking to hire a Benefits Analyst at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. This is a great opportunity for anyone who enjoys working both independently and in a team environment to support our most vital assets: our employees! The position is responsible for delivering a full range of benefits services to assigned Agency divisions, including providing consultation to employees and managers and processing claims for key programs. The position also coordinates several unit and agency-wide projects and is perfect to show off your independence and initiative. After a training period, teleworking is available for up to one day per week. See DHRM job listing for more details.
Oracle e-Business Suite Specialist
Are you looking for a challenging, rewarding IT Specialist opportunity? Virginia State Police is seeking to hire an Oracle e-Business Suite Specialist at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. You will be responsible for systems analysis, functional analysis, design, application problem resolution and support. We are looking for expert on Oracle eBusiness administration, Service, HRMS, Financial Modules, and SQL Plus to collaborate with product owners in creating user requirements, design and develop solutions, and prepare complex documents including program specifications. You will help us produce scalable, efficient, and supportable solutions utilizing Oracle and related technologies. You will work on an existing SCRUM team and will participate in all agile events established by the team. You will also join your team in continuous improvement activities like the internal “Good to Great” agile initiative. As a technologist, you will also aid your teammates in resolving technical challenges and help resolve any production issues in timely manner. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and be a part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and work/life balance, then we want to hear from you! See DHRM job listing for more details.
Are you looking for a challenging, rewarding Business Objects Reports Development opportunity? Virginia State Police is seeking to hire a Business Objects Reports Developer at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield County, Virginia. You will be responsible for influencing long-term business intelligence (BI) strategies, analytics, tools roadmaps, and self-service reporting capabilities using Business Objects and driving the implementation end-to-end. You will create and deliver metrics, reporting platforms, and analytical models critical for tracking and managing the business, including build reports, dashboards, and other data, comprehend the correct data sources for a given analysis, and learn from and share knowledge and skills with your teammates to grow Business Intelligence’s total impact to the organization. You will work on an existing SCRUM team and will participate in all agile events established by the team. You will also join your team in continuous improvement activities like the internal “Good to Great” agile initiative. As a technologist, you will also aid your teammates in resolving technical challenges and help resolve any production issues in a timely manner. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and be a part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and work/life balance, then we want to hear from you! See DHRM job listing for more details.
VITA Coordinator and Billing Analyst
The Virginia State Police is seeking to hire a Virginia Information Technologies Agency (VITA) Coordinator and Billing Analyst at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the Departments VITA expenditures. As the billing analyst, you will help develop the budget for major IT projects and help track expenditures against that budget. The billing analyst works in close collaboration with IT leadership. The position shall have the detailed knowledge and expertise required to forecast the costs of the Departments ongoing transformation to a cloud environment, as well as the costs of ongoing operations. See DHRM job listing for more details.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
As a Virginia state employee, your benefits represent a significant component of the compensation package; their value adds another one-third to your salary! They also provide important protection for employees and their family in the case of illness or injury. Learn more on our Benefits page.
AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFIERS FOR CIVILIAN EMPLOYMENT
The Department conducts a comprehensive background investigation and reviews an applicant’s suitability for employment on a case-by-case basis, considering the totality of the information discovered.
- Any felony conviction (at any age).
- Any illegal use of any controlled substance (illegal drug) listed in Schedule I or Schedule II of Title 54.1 of the Code of Virginia in the past five years or the illegal use of any controlled substance listed in Schedule I or Schedule II more than twice in the past 10 years. The use of any hallucinogenic substance such as LSD, PCP, or Psilocybin at any time in the past 10 years.
- Illegal sale of any drug or narcotic at any time in your life.
- A conviction of driving under the influence in the past five years, or more than one conviction of driving under the influence in the applicant’s lifetime, if the position requires the operation of Virginia State Police vehicles.
- Active revocation or suspension of driving privileges in any state, if the position requires the operation of Virginia State Police vehicles.
- Any conviction that required registration on any Sex Offender Registry.
- Falsification of application with intent to conceal or mislead.
- Documented untruthfulness during applicant process.
Dress Code, Tattoo, and Body Modification Policy
All Civilian Employees must abide by the following policies:
Hair
Hair should always be kept clean and neat. Hair shall be of a natural shade and have no unnatural tones or colors. Spray-on substances producing an unnatural color or glitter are prohibited. Attention should also be paid to all aspects of personal grooming.
Tattoos
Tattoos on the head, face, nose, eyebrows, neck, or tongue shall be covered at all times while on duty, including during training, by utilizing commercially available cosmetics or fabric covers made for the purpose of covering tattoos. If commercial products are used, they must be of the same skin-tone color as the employee and be neutral in appearance. This policy applies whenever an employee is representing the Department in an official capacity regardless of whether on duty or not.
Employees who routinely interact directly with the public as part of their normal job duties shall cover tattoos on all other parts of the body while on duty by utilizing clothing, cosmetics, or fabric covers made for the purpose of covering tattoos. If cosmetics or fabric covers are used, they must be of the same skin-tone color as the employee and be neutral in appearance. This policy applies whenever an employee is representing the Department in any official capacity regardless of whether on duty or not.
Body Modifications
Body modifications visible while on duty are prohibited. Body modifications include, but are not limited to:
- tongue splitting or bifurcation;
- complete or trans-dermal implantation of any objects other than hair replacement;
- abnormal shaping of the ears, eyes, or nose;
- gauging or gradually increasing the radius of a surgically induced opening in the flesh in areas such as the ear lobes or lips;
- abnormal filing of the teeth; and
- branding or scarification.
Body modifications shall not include those procedures medically necessitated by illness, deformity or injury, when performed by a licensed medical professional.
Jewelry
- Jewelry, if worn by civilian employees, must present a professional appearance.
- Employees who routinely interact with the public as a part of their normal job duties may wear no more than two earrings in each earlobe and are prohibited from attaching, affixing, or displaying objects, articles, jewelry, or ornamentation to or through the nose, tongue, or any exposed body part (including when visible through clothing) while on duty.
Marijuana Policy
All Department employees are prohibited from possessing, buying, selling, using, or growing marijuana unless it is part of the employee’s official law enforcement duties.
