C

General Investigations Detective (DCJS LE Certified) Full Time

salary Salary :

$65,000 - 70,000 yearly

icon briefcase Job Type : Full Time

Number of Applicants

 : 

000+

Click to reveal the number of candidates who applied for this job.
icon loader
icon loader

Let AI Supercharge Your Job Hunt!

JobCopilot scans 500,000+ company career sites daily to find jobs for you

Never miss an opportunity Save hours by auto-filling applications forms Land more interviews with tailored applications
happy man
thunder iconActivate JobCopilot

Job Description - General Investigations Detective (DCJS LE Certified) Full Time




Detective General Investigations (DCJS LE Certified) – Full Time
Starting Salary: $65,000-$70,000 negotiable
Sign On Bonus: $10,000 paid out over 12 months
The 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 Felonies
  • Utilizing advanced Forensic skills
  • Producing well documented reports, supplements and investigations
  • Testifying in Court and Grand Jury proceedings
  • Working closely with Commonwealth Attorneys and other service providers
  • Working with other jurisdictions and Detectives
  • Working in an undercover capacity
Minimum 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 activities
  • Possess a valid driver’s 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 screening.

Interested applicants must submit a full resume with the City Employment Application. Applications and additional information can be found on the City’s webpage. https:/www.Fredericksburgva.gov/216/employment

Questions? Contact the recruiter Sgt. Heather Shepherd [email protected]


The City of Fredericksburg provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
City of Fredericksburg Human Resources Department
715 Princess Anne Street, Room 209
Fredericksburg, VA 22404
[email protected]

Original job General Investigations Detective (DCJS LE Certified) Full Time posted on GrabJobs ©. To flag any issues with this job please use the Report Job button on GrabJobs.
Share Job
Share Job

Auto-Apply to General Investigations Detective (DCJS LE Certified) Full Time Jobs with your AI JobCopilot

thunder icon Auto-Apply with AI

Similar General Investigations Detective (DCJS LE Certified) Full Time Jobs in the US

GrabJobs is the no1 job portal in the US, connecting you to thousands of jobs fast! Find the best jobs in the US, apply in 1 click and get a job today!

Mobile Apps

Copyright © 2026 Grabjobs Pte.Ltd. All Rights Reserved.