Enjoy the benefits of:

• Starting salary of $62,000 as of January 1, 2023
• $10,000 hiring bonus*
• Pay begins in the Academy
• Pay incentives for military experience (E-4 and above) and college graduates
• Permanent, non-rotating shifts
• Spanish-language stipend
• In County and Out of County take-home vehicle program
• 12 paid holidays a year
• On duty wellness time
• Exigency Leave Program (80 hours for use during first year of employment)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance paid by the County
• Paid retirement under the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• Uniforms and equipment provided

We offer a competitive salary for experienced officers.  Click here for more information.

VA Veterans Benefits:

• Attending the Prince William County Criminal Justice Academy qualifies for use of the GI Bill® under the on-the-Job training or apprenticeships path.  GI Bill® coverage is not the same for all veterans.  Any veteran who chooses to take advantage of their GI Bill® Benefits will receive additional money plus your monthly salary while in the Academy, during Field Training, and through the probationary year.  For more information regarding GI Bill® Benefits, visit the VA Web Site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill

This institution is approved to offer GI Bill® educational benefits by the Virginia State Approving Agency.

*This bonus will be paid in two installments and is subject to all applicable tax withholding and reporting requirements. The first installment, $5,000.00, is payable upon the County’s first regular pay date following your position start.  The second installment of $5,000.00 will be payable on the pay date following the completion of your probationary period.