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Police Sergeant
Experienced law enforcement sergeant needed with 3 years’ experience at the supervisory rank, to provide supervision over a patrol squad and perform general law enforcement duties.
Salary & Benefits
$85,533 dependent on qualifications (Effective July 1, 2026)
Qualifications & Requirements
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- Associate degree required.
- Virginia DCJS law enforcement certification.
- Minimum five years prior law enforcement experience in a Virginia agency with primary law enforcement responsibility, plus three years as a law enforcement supervisor at an equivalent or greater supervisory rank.
- Valid Virginia driver’s license with acceptable record.
Hiring Process
- Initial Interview
- Panel interview
- Polygraph examination
- Psychological examination
- Comprehensive medical examination
- Background investigation
- Selection interview with the Chief of Police
Police Officer 1
Entry-level position to become an officer recruit, if selected, must graduate from a law enforcement academy, and successfully pass on-the-job field training to perform patrol duties, investigate crime and complaints, enforce laws, and respond to calls for service.
Salary & Benefits
Starting at $77,830 dependent on qualifications (Effective July 1, 2026)
Qualifications & Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen and 21 years of age at date 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; be of character and reputation to pass an extensive background investigation
- Current Virginia law enforcement officer certification preferred
- Bi-lingual in Spanish desirable
- Must be willing to sign a condition of employment agreement which precludes smoking on or off duty.
Hiring Process
- Written examination
- Initial Interview
- Panel interview
- Physical agility test
- Polygraph examination
- Psychological examination
- Comprehensive medical examination
- Background investigation
- Selection interview with the Chief of Police
Police Officer – Certified Sworn
Experienced, certified officers are needed to perform patrol duties, investigate crime and complaints, enforce laws, and respond to calls for service.
Salary & Benefits
Starting at $77,830 dependent on qualifications, including additional 1% for each year of sworn service (Effective July 1, 2026)
Qualifications & Requirements
• Experience as a Certified Sworn Police Officer.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Be of strong character and reputation with the ability to pass an extensive background investigation.
• Bi-lingual in Spanish is desired.
• Must be willing to sign a condition of employment agreement which precludes smoking on or off duty.
Hiring Process
- Initial Interview
- Panel interview
- Polygraph examination
- Psychological examination
- Comprehensive medical examination
- Background investigation
- Selection interview with the Chief of Police
Police Dispatcher
Entry-level or experienced dispatchers needed to answer emergency and non-emergency calls for service and ensure adequate resources are prioritized and dispatched for the event.
Salary & Benefits
$55,670-$103,378 dependent on qualifications (Effective July 1, 2026)
Qualifications & Requirements
• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience and/or training involving telecommunications or, an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Completion of Basic Telecommunications School.
• Ability to obtain and maintain VCIN/NCIC Level A Certification.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be a United States citizen or have been a lawful resident of the United States for the past 10 consecutive years.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish a plus.
• Ability to work a rotating work schedule, to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
Hiring Process
- On-line examination
- Panel Interview
- Polygraph examination
- Psychological examination
- Background investigation
- Selection interview with the Chief of Police
Specialty Sections
Honor Guard
Members of the Honor Guard represent the department to commemorate an event or an individual in ... READ MORE
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Honor Guard
Members of the Honor Guard represent the department to commemorate an event or an individual in a ceremonial procession. The Honor Guard participates in various events and ceremonies, such as award presentations, promotions, retirements, and funerals. The Honor Guard is provided with a special uniform and specific training to participate as a member.
Fitness Coordinator
An officer trained as a fitness coordinator performs a functional assignment and provides specific fitness training ... READ MORE
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Fitness Coordinator
An officer trained as a fitness coordinator performs a functional assignment and provides specific fitness training for the department’s mandatory fitness program.
Polygrapher
A polygrapher performs a functional assignment based on extensive training and licensing to conduct a polygraph ... READ MORE
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Polygrapher
A polygrapher performs a functional assignment based on extensive training and licensing to conduct a polygraph exam for prospective employees and suspects of crimes for investigative purposes.
Field Training Instructor
A field training instructor is a functional assignment of an officer that is trained and approved ... READ MORE
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Field Training Instructor
A field training instructor is a functional assignment of an officer that is trained and approved to provide daily guidance, mentoring, and direction to develop new and lateral officers for independent patrol operations.
Accident Reconstruction Certified
An officer certified in accident reconstruction performs a functional assignment that utilizes specific software and specialized ... READ MORE
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Accident Reconstruction Certified
An officer certified in accident reconstruction performs a functional assignment that utilizes specific software and specialized skills to reconstruct an accident scene to investigate, analyze, and draw conclusions about the cause of an accident.
Peer Support Team
An officer trained as a peer support team member performs a functional assignment and provides a ... READ MORE
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Peer Support Team
An officer trained as a peer support team member performs a functional assignment and provides a confidential resource to support police personnel to help address job-related stress and other life issues that contribute to overall safety and wellness.
Drone Operator
An officer certified and trained as a drone operator performs a functional assignment to operate an ... READ MORE
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Drone Operator
An officer certified and trained as a drone operator performs a functional assignment to operate an unmanned aerial vehicle for a variety of law enforcement purposes.
Crime Scene Evidence Technician
Officers perform a functional assignment as a crime scene evidence technician as a crucial responsibility in ... READ MORE
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Crime Scene Evidence Technician
Officers perform a functional assignment as a crime scene evidence technician as a crucial responsibility in investigating scenes. The technician collects and preserves valuable evidence in the field based on an approved protocol utilizing specialized training, skills, and equipment.
Breath Technician
An officer trained and certified as a breath alcohol technician performs a functional assignment to assist ... READ MORE
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Breath Technician
An officer trained and certified as a breath alcohol technician performs a functional assignment to assist or perform alcohol testing procedures on suspected impaired drivers.
School Resource Officer
The school resource officer is a full-time assignment that provides a dedicated focus to juveniles and ... READ MORE
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School Resource Officer
The school resource officer is a full-time assignment that provides a dedicated focus to juveniles and works with schools in the jurisdiction.
Traffic Officer
A traffic (motor) officer receives extensive training to operate a police motorcycle and serves in a ... READ MORE
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Traffic Officer
A traffic (motor) officer receives extensive training to operate a police motorcycle and serves in a full-time assignment to perform traffic enforcement and specialized safety initiatives to promote road safety.
Training/Recruitment Officer
A training/recruitment officer receives specialized training and serves in a full-time assignment to support hiring, selection, ... READ MORE
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Training/Recruitment Officer
A training/recruitment officer receives specialized training and serves in a full-time assignment to support hiring, selection, and training of new police and civilian candidates.
Digital Forensics Examiner
A digital forensics examiner is a full-time position and is trained extensively in cybercrime. Examiners utilize ... READ MORE
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Digital Forensics Examiner
A digital forensics examiner is a full-time position and is trained extensively in cybercrime. Examiners utilize specialized equipment and training to retrieve digital information to advance an investigation.
Detective
A detective serves a full-time assignment in criminal investigations and works to uncover information to solve ... READ MORE
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Detective
A detective serves a full-time assignment in criminal investigations and works to uncover information to solve cases. Responsibilities include questioning witnesses, victims, and suspects, determining specific details of the crime, identifying the offender, and testifying in court.
Academy Instructor
The academy instructor is a full-time position assigned to the Fairfax County Criminal Justice Academy. The ... READ MORE
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Academy Instructor
The academy instructor is a full-time position assigned to the Fairfax County Criminal Justice Academy. The instructor works with academy staff to provide training to recruits in law enforcement skills based on an approved curriculum.
EOD K9 Handler
An officer certified and trained as a K9 handler serves with a trained canine in a ... READ MORE
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EOD K9 Handler
An officer certified and trained as a K9 handler serves with a trained canine in a full-time assignment to perform various tasks and searches involving explosive materials. The position also works in a patrol capacity.
Health & Wellness
Physical Wellness
Salary & Benefits
Qualifications & Requirements
Hiring Process
Mandatory fitness program for all officers that includes monthly squad workouts led by fitness coordinators and annual fitness testing to promote morale, teamwork, and personal fitness.
Gym onsite and a new cardio gym is under renovation.
Restoration and Recovery Room (Nap Room) available on duty, if needed, to ensure personnel can remain alert and safe on the job.
Occupational Health access for sworn employees to undergo periodic physical examinations.
Employee Assistance Program offering counseling and a wide variety of work/life services to employees and their families.
Physical Wellness
Mandatory fitness program for all officers that includes monthly squad workouts led by fitness coordinators and annual fitness testing to promote morale, teamwork, and personal fitness.
Gym onsite and a new cardio gym is under renovation.
Restoration and Recovery Room (Nap Room) available on duty, if needed, to ensure personnel can remain alert and safe on the job.
Occupational Health access for sworn employees to undergo periodic physical examinations.
Employee Assistance Program offering counseling and a wide variety of work/life services to employees and their families.
Mental Wellness
Salary & Benefits
Qualifications & Requirements
Hiring Process
Police chaplains are available by request to provide emotional and spiritual support and guidance to personnel.
Meditation: The department offers the opportunity for officers and professional staff to receive training in Transcendental Meditation (TM), which has been shown to reduce stress.
Peer Support Access to certified Peer Support Team members trained to confidentially assist employees who experience critical incidents on the job or who may have significant stress in their personal lives.
Facility Dog Bragg Certified trained facility support dog that can assist personnel, when needed, with emotional comfort, stress relief, and anxiety.
Police Psychologist Mandatory mental wellness checkups and education sessions annually with police clinicians for all department members.
Clinical support for traumatic incidents, in the event of exposure, timely and immediate access is provided.
Mental Wellness
Police chaplains are available by request to provide emotional and spiritual support and guidance to personnel.
Meditation: The department offers the opportunity for officers and professional staff to receive training in Transcendental Meditation (TM), which has been shown to reduce stress.
Peer Support Access to certified Peer Support Team members trained to confidentially assist employees who experience critical incidents on the job or who may have significant stress in their personal lives.
Facility Dog Bragg Certified trained facility support dog that can assist personnel, when needed, with emotional comfort, stress relief, and anxiety.
Police Psychologist Mandatory mental wellness checkups and education sessions annually with police clinicians for all department members.
Clinical support for traumatic incidents, in the event of exposure, timely and immediate access is provided.
Financial Wellness
Salary & Benefits
Qualifications & Requirements
Hiring Process
Free financial advice provided by appointment through the town’s financial advisor.
Employee Assistance Program offering counseling and a wide variety of work/life services to employees and their families.
Financial Wellness
Free financial advice provided by appointment through the town’s financial advisor.
Employee Assistance Program offering counseling and a wide variety of work/life services to employees and their families.
For two years in a row, Herndon PD has been recognized by the National Law Enforcement Memorial Fund’s Destination Zero initiative for officer safety and wellness.