THE FUTURE IS YOURS
Are you a changemaker? We are looking for motivated, creative, and compassionate public servants to join our team. Be part of a community-focused organization that is dedicated to innovative policing. Know that each day you will have opportunities to make your community safer and change people's lives.
COMPREHENSIVE SALARY AND BENEFITS PACKAGES
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SALARY / COMPENSATIONCompetitive Annual Salary Entry Level (no experience) $50,000 (at hire) Certified Police Officer $50,000+++ Additional compensation for college degree and police service (based on experience). Retirement after 25 years of service or age 50 Deferred Compensation
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INSURANCEMedical Vision Dental Long and Short Term Disability
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EMPLOYEE PERKSTake Home Vehicle Program ​The department currently has a program known as the Take Home Vehicle Program. The program includes the assignment of a marked police vehicle for use by an officer on and off duty. The intent of the program is to increase the visibility and availability of marked police vehicles throughout the city and to decrease vehicle costs. Officers residing in the City of Newport News who are assigned to uniformed patrol activities may be eligible for participation in the program. This program is an initiative by the department and may be rescinded at any time at the discretion of the Chief of Police and, therefore, is not a rite of employment. ​ ​Specialized Assignment ​From time to time, and on an irregular basis, full-time police officers may apply for consideration for certain positions. Examples are canine handler and tactical team member. The Department reserves the right to place residency restrictions on positions deemed response critical. For example, the Department may require that narcotics detection canine handlers live within the boundaries of the City of Newport News. ​ ​Secondary Employment ​Newport News Police Department employees acknowledge that their position with the police department shall be considered their primary employment. Officers are essential personnel, and in this regard, acknowledge that executing their duties as an employee of the Newport News Police Department takes precedence over non-Newport News Police Department employment activities, scheduled or otherwise. Employees are responsible for ensuring that non-Newport News Police Department employers are aware of this requirement. Credit Union Membership Specialized Schools and Training
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ADDITIONAL BENEFITSTuition Assistance Paid Leave Sick: 5½ hours per month Personal: 13-20 hours per month Civil and Funeral Leave
STEVE DREW
CHIEF OF POLICE
"The men and women of the Newport News Police Department have demonstrated their fortitude and have provided excellent service to the citizens of Newport News. As their leader, I am honored and proud to work alongside such a talented group of individuals who possess not only the necessary skills, but also the empathy and compassion needed to serve their community with excellence."
BEYOND THE BADGE
At Newport News Police Department, we believe in fostering community connections, promoting transparency and supporting the well-being of citizens and officers. It’s more than the badge and patches officers wear every day. We prioritize open dialogue and education. We aim to build a safer and more inclusive community.
DISCOVER NEWPORT NEWS
The City of Newport News sits on a prime vantage point where the James River meets the Chesapeake Bay. The city runs approximately 23 miles along the James River and the Hampton Roads Harbor. Steeped in history, ours is a community of diverse trades including shipbuilding, technological research and international commerce.
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We are proud of our city and its rich heritage which dates back to the founding of America. Newport News was named for Christopher Newport, captain of the Susan Constant, the lead ship of the 3-ship fleet that carried the Jamestown settlers to the New World in 1607. Captain Newport made several more trips between the New World and England.
