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GoLawEnforcement.com

Police Officer I

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $57,704/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Blacksburg, VA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/19/2026

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What they do

A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.

$69,924 / year median in Virginia

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Job Description

Police Officer I Job Type:

Full Time Blacksburg, VA Blacksburg Police Department Salary:

$54,850.00 - $60,559.00

Annually Closing Date:

8/14/2026

Position Summary:

Upon completion or in execution of a Basic Law Enforcement Certification , the Police Officer I performs police and law enforcement work involving a variety of general police assignments including but not limited to: enforcing laws, investigating criminal activity, ensuring safety of public, collecting evidence, testifying in court, maintaining files and records, preparing reports, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Police Sergeant.

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