Continue
Your Service

With a Community That Values Your Experience.

The Fairfax County Police Department values the leadership, discipline, and teamwork developed through military service. Those qualities translate directly into protecting and serving our community, and we are proud to offer service members a clear path to continue their mission in law enforcement.

Hiring Incentive

$ 0

Contact a recruiter for more information.

Your Direct Path to Law Enforcement

FCPD is an approved DoD SkillBridge provider and operates the largest law enforcement SkillBridge program on the East Coast. Participants can attend the Fairfax County Criminal Justice Academy during their transition from military service, giving them a head start on their law enforcement career.

Why FCPD?

Largest
SkillBridge
Program

FCPD operates the largest law enforcement SkillBridge program on the East Coast. The program provides transitioning service members a proven path into a career in policing.

Criminal
Justice
Academy

Participants begin training at the Fairfax County Criminal Justice Academy. This experience allows service members to start their law enforcement training before transitioning to full-time employment.

Military
Experience
Valued

Applicants with military service may qualify for an additional pay step increase. This recognizes the leadership, discipline, and experience gained through military service.

$15,000
Hiring
Incentive

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a $15,000 hiring incentive. This incentive supports service members as they transition from military service to a career with FCPD.

We Want You

Military experience is valued at the Fairfax County Police Department.

The skills the military provides people, Fairfax County Police sees as a benefit.

– Captain Burrow

Military to FCPD

Application Process

The application process ensures candidates are prepared to succeed in the academy and in the profession.

To participate in the FCPD SkillBridge Program:

You must be within 180 days of military separation before the program start date.
You must meet all Fairfax County Police Department hiring standards.
You must successfully complete the required hiring and academy preparation steps.

Applicants are encouraged to begin the process 6–8 months before their separation date.

1. Apply

To get started, click here to apply today.

2. Personal History

Complete the Personal History Questionnaire.

3. Polygraph Examination

Take and pass your polygraph examination.

4. Physical Abilities Test

Take and pass the Physical Abilities Test

5. Program Questionnaire

Complete the FCPD SkillBridge Program Questionnaire.

6. Notify Command

Notify your military command of your intent to participate

7. Background Investigation

Pass your background investigation.

8. Psychological Evaluation

Pass your psychological evaluation.

9. Medical Examination

Pass your medical examination.

10. Authorization Form

Command Authorization Form (CAF) completed by your command.

11. Time to Begin

Enter FCPD SkillBridge Program.

SkillBridge

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some frequently asked questions we get about starting. If you have more questions, please use the contact form at the bottom of the page to reach out to a recruiter.

Where is the training held?

Training takes place at the Fairfax County Criminal Justice Academy in Chantilly, Virginia.

What are the training hours?

Academy training typically runs Monday–Friday, 0700–1500 hours, with some training objectives requiring evening hours.

Is FCPD reserve friendly?

Yes. Fairfax County Police Department proudly supports military reservists and offers paid military leave.

When do I receive pay and benefits from FCPD?

After completing the SkillBridge program and transitioning to FCPD employment, recruits receive full pay and benefits for the remainder of academy training.