Certified Traffic Enforcement Officer

As a Certified Traffic Enforcement Officer, you’ll be at the forefront of high-mobility and high-visibility patrols, enforcing traffic laws in some of the city’s busiest areas. Reduce traffic hazards, keep drivers accountable, and enhance public safety—one stop at a time.

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent, preferably supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of one year of college in in Police Science or related field of study preferred.
• Must hold current DCJS certification as a Police Officer, as defined in Virginia Code: 9.1-101.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Must have already completed a Basic Crash Investigation Course, or have the ability to complete it.
• Must pass City physical examination, background investigation (to include polygraph examination), and physical agility examination prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy.

• This position is considered to be a “normal rotation” position, as defined in the Division’s Policy and Procedure #641 Position Assignment Management. As such, selected members are subject to transfer to other positions within the Division, after a period of 18 months to 3 years.
• Must be able to function in stressful situations and to exercise good judgment under potentially volatile conditions;
• Must be able to read and understand laws, policies, rules and regulations and procedures, and to follow written and oral directions;
• Must have proven ability to positively interact and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in accordance with established policies, procedures and regulations.
• May require working beyond a standard 40-hour work week to include evenings and weekends.
• Requires frequent travel throughout the city and be rotated to any Police Officer position within the Police Division.
• The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during city emergency situations, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

• Patrol areas within the City of Hampton to enforce traffic and criminal law violations. Utilize traffic radar / Lidar for speed enforcement activities.
• Note suspicious persons and unusual conditions and make preliminary investigations. Ascertain information from citizens to aid in the investigation of crimes.
• Perform commercial vehicle inspections and issue violations.
• Arrest violators for misdemeanors and felonies. Accompany prisoners to headquarters or jail and complete a report of events leading to and surrounding the arrest. Confer with Commonwealth Attorney or City Attorney to coordinate courtroom testimony. Appear in court as the arresting officer, reporting person, witness or person with knowledge.
• Participate in community relations/public display of activities of the Division equipment and to answer questions regarding the unit’s purpose. Provide escort services for funerals and parades.
• Investigate all motor vehicle related fatalities (includes off-duty callback responsibilities).
• Investigate traffic accidents and render first aid to injured persons. Direct and reroute traffic around accidents or other disruptions.
• Investigate hit and run traffic accidents which require investigation outside the city limits.
• Review traffic enforcement cameras for accuracy and authenticates violations. Testifies in court when required for video traffic enforcement case prosecution.