Yes, you must have valid driver’s license in good standing.
A notary is a state certified authority that can verify a document and its signer. There are many public places that can notarize your documents. For example, applicants can make an appointment to stop by our Recruiting Office and have their forms notarized for free.
The Authorization for Release of Information form can be accessed by clicking here.
The application is good for the current hiring process for the upcoming police academy.
We hold 2-3 police academies per year that generally start in January/February and June/July timeframes.
Yes, you are able to retake the tests.
No, there is no residency requirement.
A Norfolk Police officer assigned to patrol works a 12-hour shift with alternating days/nights that rotate every 28 days.
No, lateral candidates go through an abbreviated 5-week police academy.
No, all applicants are required to fully complete the competitive hiring process.
Recruiters are available
Monday – Friday
7:00 A.M. until 4:30 P.M.
The City of Norfolk is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is inclusive of all persons. Employment with the City is not limited by race, ethnicity, class, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, age, sexuality, pregnancy, disability, medical condition, education, spiritual beliefs, creed, culture, tribal affiliations, national origin, political beliefs and/or veteran status.
Norfolk Police Recruitment | 2500 N. Military Hwy. Norfolk, VA 23502 | (757) 664-6688