
Benefits
The Virginia Beach Police Department offers competitive pay and benefits to all sworn officers.
The outpouring of support from our community following the tragic loss of two of our police officers has been overwhelming, and you may be wondering how you can help. More information can be found on our support page for Officer Girvin and Officer Reese.
Learn MoreThe Virginia Beach Police Department offers competitive pay and benefits to all sworn officers.
New police officer recruits are paid $49,790 while attending the 26-week police academy.
City Council determines employee raises each year during the budget process. The amount of the increase varies.
After three years, police officers may participate in an examination based on the departmental general orders and field guides. If successful, they will be promoted to Police
Officer II and receive a 5% salary increase. A second career progression to Master Police Officer is available after three years as a Police Officer II (additional 10% salary increase), when workforce development requirements are met.