Salary &
SIGNING BONUS
Effective July 1, 2023, the starting salary for the Police Officer position is $61,503. Top pay is $110,104.
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Virginia DCJS certified Officers are eligible to start at a higher salary and receive a $10,000 signing bonus; please see the Lateral page for more information
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Out-of-State certified Officers with 3+ years of continuous service are eligible to start at a higher salary and receive a $5,000 signing bonus; please see the Lateral page for more information
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All other new hires will also receive a $3,000 signing bonus.
benefits
Medical: Your choice of provided Insurance carriers and options for in-service or out-of-service coverage. New employees pay 10% of the City's cost for medical insurance on a pre-tax basis.
Dental: Basic dental coverage included in the health insurance programs. Additional coverage available through an optional program.
Life Insurance: Term life insurance available. The city provides basic coverage which is equal to two times the employee's annual salary. Employees have the option to increase the coverage up to four times their annual salary for a minimal cost per pay period.
Retirement: Defined contribution plan with full vesting in ten years. For sworn officers, the City contributes 27.30% of salary; employees will pay a contribution of 8% of pay.
Paid Holidays: Thirteen holidays per year.
Vacation Leave: New employees earn 12 days per year with annual increases to a maximum of 24 days per year after 12 years.
Deferred Compensation: Employees may contribute a percentage of their salary on a pre-tax basis.
Education and Training: Completion of training at the Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy qualifies for 24 credit hours at Northern Virginia Community College.