General Investigations Detective (DCJS LE Certified) - ...

Detective General Investigations (DCJS LE Certified) - Full TimeStarting Salary: $65,000-$70,000 negotiableSign On Bonus: $10,000 paid out over 12 monthsThe compensation package includes a front-loaded allocation of 24 hours of annual leave, alongside an additional 24 hours of sick leave in addition to the standard accrual. Furthermore, employees will receive a take-home vehicle and a clothing allowance. Background:The Fredericksburg Police Department is accepting applications for the position of General Investigations Detective. Detectives are responsible for the prevention, detection, investigation, and prosecution of criminal violations related to crimes against persons and property in the City of Fredericksburg. The work involves:Detectives may be assigned to investigate any type of crime but not limited to: Sex Offenses, Domestic Violence, Fraud, Property Crimes and Major FeloniesUtilizing advanced Forensic skillsProducing well documented reports, supplements and investigationsTestifying in Court and Grand Jury proceedingsWorking closely with Commonwealth Attorneys and other service providersWorking with other jurisdictions and DetectivesWorking in an undercover capacityMinimum Requirements:Current Virginia DCJS Law Enforcement Certification;Minimum of 6 months of documented experience as a detective, investigator, agent or other field of specialized criminal investigatory activitiesPossess a valid drivers license;No more than 2 moving violations within previous 24 months;No records of convictions within previous 60 months for DUI, eluding, leaving the scene of an accident, or vehicular manslaughter. No record of 2nd or subsequent DUI;No current or previous revocations of suspension of license within previous 60 months due to a moving violation;Not have been convicted of or pled guilty or no contest to a felony;Not have been convicted of or pled guilty or no contest to a Class 1 or 2 misdemeanor involving moral turpitude;Not have been convicted of or pled guilty or no contest to any misdemeanor sex offense in the Commonwealth of Virginia, another state or the United States;Not have been convicted of or pled guilty or no contest to domestic assault;Not have produced a positive result on a pre-employment drug terested applicants must submit a full resume with the City Employment Application. Applications and additional information can be found on the Citys webpage. Contact the recruiter Sgt. Heather Shepherd

Created: 2025-09-15