What are the responsibilities and job description for the Alexandria Lateral Police Officer/Motors Assignment position at City of Alexandria, VA?

Salary : $62,733.58 - $112,306.22 Annually

Location : Alexandria, VA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 2025-00119

Department : Alexandria Police Department

Division : Patrol

Opening Date : 10 / 31 / 2024

Closing Date : 2 / 28 / 2025 12 : 00 AM Eastern

Bargaining Unit : Southern States Police Benevolent Association

Alexandria Lateral Police Officer / MOTORS UNIT (3 positions)

LIMITED TIME ONLY - UNTIL POSITIONS ARE FILLED

Are you looking to make a direct impact in the community you serve? If so, the City of Alexandria's Police Department is encouraging you to apply for their Police Office I position, with direct assignment to the Motors unit.

All applicants hired under this announcement will be hired as a Police Officer and must be able to perform all Police Officer duties, regardless of departmental assignment Special consideration will be given to allow direct assignment to the Motors unit upon successful completion of all announcement requirements and completion of the full FTO training program.

Please read this posting thoroughly for the description of the role as well as an overview of the recruitment process. To apply please complete and submit an application by clicking the green "Apply" button on the top right corner of this posting. Additional information is available by visiting Applicants will complete all position and assignment requirements prior to final hire.

Overview

Examples of work

All Police Officer hires must be able to perform all Police Officer duties regardless of assignment . For a list of these duties, please refer to the announcement for the position of Police Officer (Job #2024-00482).

The purpose of the Motors Unit is to create and facilitate safe streets throughout the City of Alexandria. This is accomplished by preventing dangerous driving, protecting all commuters, and promoting voluntary compliance with traffic safety laws. Utilizing the Alex311 customer service initiative, the Traffic Safety Plan (TSP), and Vision Zero, Motor officers focus on :

Selective enforcement operations
Proactive use of resources to reduce traffic crashes and injuries
Strategic deployment of speed trailers
Aggressive enforcement of moving violations
Traffic direction and control
Public Education
Speed measurement education (including Radar / Lidar training and EVOC)

The duties and responsibilities of officers assigned to the Motors unit include, but are not limited to :

General traffic enforcement

Radar & laser speed enforcement

Providing escorts

Assisting patrol officers

Performing the regular duties of a police officer

Coordinating and staffing special events

Traffic direction and control

Providing service to the public in a professional manner

Providing presentations to civic or student groups

Operating a motorcycle in all types of weather

Responding to emergencies during non-regularly scheduled hours

Other duties as assigned by their supervisor

Motor Officers are expected to work in all types of weather conditions on a motorcycle. Work hours are variable and may change on short notice. Motor officers are constantly in contact with the public and are expected to manage conflict situations without generating complaints. Selected officers must always maintain a positive and professional image.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

One year of work experience involving public contact under varying circumstances or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities

Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the state of their residence

Must meet the minimum age and medical standards established by the Human Resources Department

Good character and background are essential requirements

Must have a valid DCJS Motor Certification

Must be DCJS certified as a Law Enforcement Officer in Virginia

Applicants must possess a current Class M motorcycle license

Preferred Qualifications

Four-year college Degree or equivalent directly related work experience.

Preferred skills and abilities of an Officer assigned to Motors :

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Demonstrated ability to manage conflict situations

Good physical condition

Strong ethics and morals that are consistent with departmental directives, rules, and regulations

Ability to work efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision

Above Average communication skills

Familiarity with traffic / criminal codes with recent legislative updates and case law

Excellent organizational and time management abilities

Willingness to work flexible hours and adjust days off

The capability and commitment to being a team player

Formal training in traffic-related matters

Demonstrate above-average driving history and driving skills

Necessary Documentation

High School Diploma or Certified High School transcripts or GED

College Degree or Certified transcripts from your College or University (if applicable)

Valid Driver's License (must be the state in which you presently reside)

Social Security Card

Proof of US citizenship (Birth Certificate or Naturalization Paperwork or U.S. Passport)

DD Form 214 (Long form) if applicable (military discharge paperwork)

Certified transcript of your driving record

Depending on your state, a 5 or 7-year history is needed. If you resided in and obtained a driving permit in 2 or more different states during a 7-year period, we will need both certified transcripts and name change documents (if applicable).

Position Requirements

This position requires the successful completion of :

Applicants are required to provide proof of their current Class M motorcycle license.

Completion of the Motors Assessment process

Background Questionnaire

Background Investigation (including credit check)

Driver's License Check

Polygraph Examination

Senior Panel Interview, Police Chief Interview

Psychological Examination

Medical Examination

Drug Screen

No weapons (which include law enforcement officers from other jurisdictions) nor electronic devices (cell phones, pagers, palm pilots, etc.) will be permitted in the building.

Please note that applicants who enter the building are subject to a search.

Motors Assessment

Applicants must demonstrate their ability to control and maneuver a motorcycle.

In-house Motor Assessment exercise :

The practical exercise will be conducted at a time and place to be announced. The practical exercise will utilize the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Police model motorcycle (FLHTP) and the BMW R1250 RT Police model motorcycle. All applicants will be afforded the opportunity to practice on the police motorcycle for 20 minutes before the practical skills exercise is conducted. The inability to complete all segments of the practical exercise will result in the candidate's exclusion from the remainder of the selection process.

Failure at any step results in elimination from the process. For information on automatic disqualifiers, please refer to

If the following conditions are not met within 18 months of entering the Motors unit, the candidate will be transferred to another assignment at the discretion of the Chief of Police.

Successfully complete an in-house motorcycle training

Successfully complete an in-house field training program for motor officers (this is in addition to the full Officer FTO program)

The officer(s) selected serve in the unit at the pleasure of the Chief of Police. As noted in Police Directive 4.11, the Chief of Police reserves the right to transfer any employee in a manner consistent with the needs of the Department.

The officer(s) selected for assignment to Motors Officer will serve a 12-month probationary period to determine whether the candidate is suitable for this position. After the 12-month probationary period, continued satisfactory performance is required to remain in the Motors unit.

Additional Information

Benefits (VA DCJS Certified)

Skip the written test on the hiring process

Receive a $10,000 hiring bonus

5,000 on hire date

5,000 at the completion of FTO

Be placed at the salary step matching your years of prior relevant service per the collective bargaining agreement (CBA)

Skip a second academy

Move into the Motors Unit upon successful completion of the Police Officer FTO program

If you have any questions, or need to request an accommodation under, please contact :

Diana Coddington

Police Recruiter

Alexandria Police Department

3600 Wheeler Avenue

Alexandria, VA 22304

Diana.Coddington@alexandriava.gov

Phone : 703-746-6068

Website :

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Preferred Qualifications

Please refer to the description for specific requirements.

We are proud to welcome you to explore the City of Alexandria's excellent benefits and programs!

The benefits referenced on this site, may be changed from time to time without notice. Also, temporary and some part-time positions are not eligible for these benefits. For further information, please contact the Benefits Division of the Department of Human Resources at 703.746.3785 or email

I understand that failure to thoroughly and accurately complete the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections on my application and the "Supplemental Questionnaire" will result in my application being rejected. In connection with my application for employment with the Alexandria Police Department, I understand that the Alexandria Police Department will conduct a criminal history background investigation and may request Investigative Consumer Reports. The Alexandria Police Department will consider the information confidential and will use it solely for employment-related purposes. By providing my date of birth and social security number (SSN), I expressly authorize the Alexandria Police Department to perform a background investigation and use the resulting information in conjunction with my application for employment. I further understand that any and all information contained in my application submittals or otherwise disclosed to the Alexandria Police Department may be utilized for the purpose of determining my suitability to work in the Alexandria Police Department. I have read and understand the above information.

Are you a United States Citizen or a lawful resident of the United States ?

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Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

Are you a graduate of a Virginia Law Enforcement academy within the Commonwealth of Virginia, that is Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) accredited? This does not include Security Guard certifications.

Do you have a valid Class M Motorcycle license within the state that you currently reside?

Do you have a valid DCJS Motor certification?

Are you currently DCJS certified as a Law Enforcement Officer in Virginia?

How many years have you worked as a Motors Officer?

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